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The Core of an Argument (Classical)
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SemicolonsThe Colon
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Use a semicolon between closely relatedcomplete sentences not joined with a
coordinating conjunction FANBOYS)
In 1800 a traveler needed six weeks to getfrom New York City to Chicago; in 1860 thetrip by railroad took only two days.
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Use a semicolon between independent clauseslinked with a transitional expression
Many corals grow very gradually; in fact thecreation of a coral reef can take centuries.
Use a semicolon between items in a seriescontaining internal punctuation
Classic science fiction sagas are Star Trek withMr. Spock Battlestar Galactica with its Cylonsand Star Wars with Han Solo Luke Skywalkerand Darth Vader.
Classic science fiction sagas are Star Trek withMr. Spock; Battlestar Galactica with its Cylons;Star Wars with Han Solo Luke Skywalker andDarth Vader.
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Do not use a semicolon between anappositive and the word to which it refers
WRONG - The scientists were fascinated bythe species Argyroneta aquatica; a spider thatlives underwater.
Do not use a semicolon to introduce a listWRONG - Some of my favorite foods include;pizza fries and lobster.
Do not use a semicolon between sentencesjoined by FANBOYS
WRONG - Five of the applicants had workedwith spreadsheets; but only one was familiarwith database management.
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Use a colon after an independent clause todirect attention to a list, an appositive, aquotation, or a summary/explanation
The daily routine should have included at leastthe following items: twen ty knee bends fifty sit-ups and five minutes of running in place.
My roommate is guilty of two of the seven
deadly sins: gluttony and sloth.
What do these two sentences have in common?This is the rule of thumb for colon usage.
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Use a colon according to convention
Dear Sir or Madam:
5:30 p.m.
In proportions – 2:1
Title and Subtitle – The Glory of Hera: GreekMythology and the Greek Family
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Avoid using a colon between a verb and itsobject/complement
WRONG - Some important vitamins found invegetables are: vitamin A thiamine niacin andvitamin C.
Avoid using a colon between a preposition and
its objectWRONG – The heart’s two pumps each consist ofan upper chamber or atrium and a lowerchamber or ventricle.
Avoid using a colon after such as , including , orfor example
WRONG – The NCAA regulates college athleticteams including: basketball baseball softballand football.
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Create single panel cartoons or a multiplepanel cartoon illustrating each semicolon rulesuggestion – use www.stripcreator.com ,
www.storybird.com , www.glogster.com ).
Create an advertisement for the rule of thumbwhen using a colon. Give an example of whennot to use it. Give an example of how to usea colon correctly.
http://www.stripcreator.com/http://www.storybird.com/http://www.glogster.com/http://www.glogster.com/http://www.storybird.com/http://www.stripcreator.com/
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StructurePersuasive appealsQuestion as origin of argument
Rational or pseudo argumentClaim supported by reasons
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How is this clip an example of a classicalargument?
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l3w2MTXBebg
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l3w2MTXBebghttp://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l3w2MTXBebghttp://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l3w2MTXBebghttp://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l3w2MTXBebg
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IntroductionAttention grabber◦ Memorable scene, illustrative story, startling
statistic
Explanation of issue and needed backgroundThesis
What is the attention grabber backgroundinfo and thesis of the video?
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Main body of essay is presentation of writer’sviews
Summary of opposing viewsResponse to opposing views◦ Refutes opposing views◦ Shows weaknesses in opposing views◦ Concedes to some strengths
How does the video fit this body structure?
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ConclusionSummarizes argumentLeaves strong last impression
Calls for action or relates topic to largercontext of issues
How does the video summarize argument
leave a strong lasting impression and create acall for action/relate to larger topic?
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LogosEthosPathos
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Quality of messageLogic of argumentGuiding Questions:◦ How is the argument internally consistent and
logical?◦ Are reasons supported with the best evidence?
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Credibility of writerConveyed through writer’s investment inclaim fairness to alternative views author’stone, style, attention to grammar andmechanicsGuiding Questions:◦ How are the writer’s views presented effectively?◦ How does the writer enhance his credibility and
trustworthiness?
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Values and beliefs of intended audienceOften associated with emotional appeal◦ Imaginative sympathiesGuiding Questions:◦ How did the writer open the viewer to his message?◦ How did the writer appeal to viewer’s values and
interests?◦ How does writer engage readers emotionally and
imaginatively?
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Is it an issue question?◦ Gives rise to differing POV and conflicting claims
Writer usually asks question then explores atleast two alternative answers
Abortion –What are the effects of legalization?Response 1 – leads to greater freedom forwomenResponse 2 – lessens a society’s respect for
human life***Effective arguments use issue questions***
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It is an information question?◦ Writing that sets out to inform or explain
Reader’s purpose is to gain new knowledgeTeenage pregnancy – Why do teenagepregnancy rates in the U.S. differ from therates in Sweden?
Could be issue question if reasonable peopledisagreed about answer
***information questions do not make goodarguments***
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1. reasonable participants who operate withinthe conventions of reasonable behavior
2. potentially sharable assumptions that canserve as a starting place or foundation forargument
If either factor is missing the result is a
pseudo argument.
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No possibility for listening, learning, growth,or change by audienceLack of shared assumptions or commonground◦ Bible interpretations◦ Personal opinions◦ Opera is boring
Pg. 65
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Claim is position you want audience to acceptthesis statement)
◦ Dr. Seuss is the better author.Reasons support claims◦ People are able understand Dr. Seuss’s language.Evidence textual) support reasons◦ In the video the Cat in the Hat states “you have to
translate what you said on the opposite page.”
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View assigned videosAnswer given questions
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Provide DETAILED answers to these questions forEACH video assigned to you.1. Which character had the best argument? Who do
you think won?2. What were some of the arguments made by the
winner?3. How did the winner refute his opponent’sarguments?
4. What were some of the opponent’s key arguments?5. Identify the persuasive appeals of ethos, logos,
pathos.6. What pseudo-arguments were made?7. Was an issue or information question used?8. Give a claim supported by reasons.
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Go to YouTube.com. Search for assigned Epic RapBattle of History videos. Answer questions on previousslide for each video.
Easter Bunny vs. Genghis Khan; Michael Jackson vs.Elvis Presley
Mohsin, Jake, Matt, Sam, Chris, TaylorBatman vs. Sherlock Holmes; Steve Jobs vs. Bill Gates
Phil, Kaitlyn, Amanda Peters, Shelby, MicheleSteven Haw king vs. Einstein; Mr. Rogers vs. Mr. THaley, Mustaafa, Tanner, Naudia, Amanda Preston,
ThoriMoses vs. Santa; Mario Bros. vs. Wright Bros.Santino, Melissa, Adam, Brittney, Aliyah
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