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Discussion 6: Rhetorical Principles and Argument Analysis
Describe a persuasive speech, essay, or personal argument you’ve encountered. What rhetorical principles were used, and how did they contribute to the effectiveness of the argument?
-Anonymous comment, please write a reply to him based on the topic; John F. Kennedy’s Address at Rice University on the Nation’s Space Effort uses several rhetorical strategies to unite his audience and rally support for the moon landing mission. The first strategy Kennedy uses is metaphor. By comparing space to an unexplored ocean, he makes the mission seem less dangerous and more plausible. Another strategy Kennedy employs throughout his speech is pathos. He creates a sense of urgency and moral responsibility by providing an ultimatum. He explains that this new frontier can be a “sea of peace” or a “theater of war”, and that the US is going there first to ensure peace. Kennedy also alludes to other great achievements when asking why they chose to go to the moon. He mentions climbing Mount Everest, flying the Atlantic, and even Rice playing Texas in football, saying it is not because it is easy, but because it is hard that they do it. These allusions help motivate and inspire the audience.
Discussion 7: Literary Studies and Argumentation
Discuss how literary analysis can be connected to argumentation. How do you approach analyzing a literary text?
-Anonymous comment, please write a reply to him based on the topic; Literary analysis can be connected to argumentation by the way it’s set up and orchestrated. This means that this link is heavily reliant on the writer and the writer’s choices. when a writer writes a test, there are many layers of massive communication that is going on. These layers can vary from direct or indirect messaging, or just deeper context and emotions that won’t be noticed from a brief readthrough. The style tone and bias have a very heavy influence on these layers that can appear in a writer’s text. this is why literary analysis is important because it unwraps the layers and understands them individually which later lets you truly understand the message of the writer. This fits right into argumentation since argumentation is the art of defending and convincing, which can only be done through effective communication and multiple layers of context to make a strong and sound argument.
Discussion 8: Advanced Persuasive Techniques and Logical Fallacies
Identify an advanced persuasive technique and a common logical fallacy. How can understanding these concepts improve your argumentative writing?
-Anonymous comment, please write a reply to him based on the topic; There are many different advanced persuasive techniques and logical fallacies that can be used in arguments. A popular advanced persuasive technique is rhetorical questioning. Rhetorical questioning involves asking a question not for the intent of a response, but the writer or speaker already has an answer, but they are using the question to guide the audience to a conclusion. This advanced persuasive technique can be powerful because it helps engage the audience’s critical thinking and prompts them and guides them to consider what point is being made. A logical fallacy example is ad hominem. This logical fallacy involves an argument directed toward a person’s character rather than the actual substance of the argument. This logical fallacy is important to understand because it will weaken our arguments if it is overused. Instead of basing our argument off of facts, it will make it seem like we have no support in our argument.
Discussion 9: Position Writing and Claims of Values
Explain the concept of position writing and claims of values. How do these concepts relate to persuasive writing?
-Anonymous comment, please write a reply to him based on the topic; Position writing is when the author gives ways or communicates their viewpoint clearly to readers. Claims of values is typically when the author is giving “logical” reasoning to the audience to further proof their position writing. These concepts relate to persuasive writing because with them the reader can become compelled to believe the things that the author is writing about easily. This would work to compell readers because they become used to reading about the topic and then they will possibly begin to understand the authors point of view
Discussion 10: Reflection and Synthesis
Reflect on your personal growth and learning so far in this course. How have you synthesized key concepts and skills to enhance your writing? How might this propel you through the rest of this course and in future coursework?
-Anonymous comment, please write a reply to him based on the topic; My understanding of persuasive writing techniques has grown throughout this course, including constructing clear thesis statements, developing compelling arguments, and employing rhetorical strategies. My writing has become more structured and purposeful because of this. I’ve honed my research skills by learning how to find and integrate reliable sources. I have made great strides in my writing skills as well as my ability to provide evidence and data to support my arguments, both of which I am extremely grateful for. These skills will definitely help me succeed in subsequent coursework. My work will not only require me to apply critical thinking and research skills, but I will also be required to engage with more complex topics and a greater range of academic disciplines. Understanding how to synthesize key concepts has been one of my strongest abilities. By combining rhetorical appeals, logical reasoning, and ethical considerations in my writing, I am now able to construct more compelling and well-rounded arguments.
