Viva el Papa!

Pope's speech to the joint session of Congress

Read and analyze the Pope's speech. You will find the full transcript as well as the video in the link provided. Talk about the effectiveness and or ineffectiveness of the speech. What did the Pope say that resonates with you? Is there anything he did NOT say that you wish he had? Talk about all of the major arguments made by Pope Francis. You may also point out any establishment of ethos or appeals to logos and pathos if you would like. You may also want to point out any rhetorical devices used by Pope Francis.
325 word minimum.

The Art of Persuasion in Print Ads

Advertisers persuade us with ads. Find an ad, cut and paste it into the blog and explain how it established ethos and appeals to logos and pathos. What is the purpose of the ad? And how does the creator use the three appeals to successfully persuade the audience. 250 word minimum.

Logos, Pathos and Ethos

Select one of the following rhetorical situations, and in a well developed entry,  establish your ethos and appeal to logos and pathos as you construct your argument.  (250 word minimum)

 

When commenting on classmates blogs, address their level of success in establishing ethos and appealing to logos and pathos. 

 

     You are trying to persuade your skeptical parents that a "gap year"-taking a year off between high school graduation and college- will be beneficial. 

 

     You have been asked to make a presentation to your school's principal and food service staff to propose healthier food choices in the cafeteria at a time when the overall school budget is constrained. 

 

     You are making the case for the purchase of a specific model and make of car that will best fit your family's needs and resources. 

 

     You are the student representative chosen to go before a group of local business peopleto ask them to provide financial support for a proposed school trip. 

 

 

The Allegory of the Cave is EVERYWHERE!

So today we talked about allegory as a form and also discussed the meaning of "The Allegory of the Cave". Find something from popular culture that you can argue makes use of Plato's "Allegory of the Cave". Provide convincing evidence that it mirrors Plato's argument about enlightenment. Please provide a link to the piece that you choose. Also, use quotes and or examples from The Allegory of the Cave to prove your point. When commenting on other's blogs, agree or disagree that the argument is valid.

PS. No repeats please. First come first serve!

PSS. If you cannot find any pre-made connections, you must think of your own. Read interpretations and analysis of "The Allegory of the Cave" and then think. There are an endless number of songs and tv shows and movies that embody the themes of Allegory of the Cave. Best of luck.