tues 1/4 part 1

Types of Reading

• Rhetorical Reading

  • Focus on analyzing the author's information, context, and audience.

  • Essential for understanding the text.

Rhetorical Devices

• Definition: Language utilized creatively to create an effect.

  • Examples include metaphor and hyperbole.

  • Aim to affect the audience’s perception and engagement.

Rhetorical Triangle

• Composed of three main elements: Ethos, Pathos, and Logos.

Ethos (Ethical Appeal)

• Definition: Convincing the audience of the author's credibility.

  • Key Elements: Author's authority and trustworthiness.

  • Remember: Ethos relates to ethical credibility.

• Importance: Evaluating the author's background and credentials ensures trustworthiness in the information.

Pathos (Emotional Appeal)

• Definition: Persuades the audience by appealing to their emotions.

  • Not limited to sadness; incorporates joy, anger, humor, etc.

• Significance: Used frequently in daily life to engage the audience emotionally, enhances investment in the message.

  • Example: Starting a statement with, "Aren't you upset about this happening?"

Logos (Logical Appeal)

• Definition: Convincing the audience through logic and reason.

  • Utilizes statistics, facts, and logical connections.

  • Example: “4 out of 5 dentists recommend…”

• Caution: Be aware of logical fallacies; not all logical arguments are valid.

Rhetorical Figures

• Examples of rhetorical devices:

Metaphor and Simile

• Metaphor: Compares two unlike things directly (without "like" or "as").

  • Example: "All the world's a stage..." (Shakespeare)

• Simile: Compares two unlike things using "like" or "as".

  • Example: "Life is like a box of chocolates..." (Forrest Gump)

• Application: Both appear across genres of writing, helping audiences visualize and understand concepts better.

Anaphora

• Definition: Repetition of a word or phrase at the beginning of successive clauses to reinforce importance.

Amplification

• Definition: Expands on an original statement through repetition for added intensity.

Hypophora

• Definition: Posing a question and then answering it, contrasting with rhetorical questions.

  • Example: "What should young people do with their lives today?"

Personal Anecdotes

• Definition: Sharing personal stories to illustrate beliefs and concepts, enhancing relatability.

• Important in writing genres like "This I Believe" essays.

Imagery

• Definition: Descriptive language appealing to the five senses, not just sight.

Rhetorical Questions

• Definition: Questions posed without expecting an answer, often to make a point.

Allusion

• Definition: Indirect reference to a significant person, place, or event, enriching writing through shared knowledge.

Dialogue

• Definition: A conversation between two or more people, different from direct quotes; enhances narrative engagement.