Warm up – Page 30 Use of Language for Effect 1. Define diction and then briefly explain why it is important in persuasive speech. 2. Copy down the definition and example of Chiasmus. Chiasmus – Rhetorical device in which two or more clauses are balanced against each other by the reversal of their structure to produce an artistic effect. Ex: Let us never negotiate out of fear. But let us never fear to negotiate. 3. Copy down the definition of Anaphora. Anaphora - In writing or speech, the deliberate repetition of the first part of the sentence in order to achieve an artistic effect.

Inaugural Address – JFK Page 31 ANSWER ALL PARTS!!! 1. Identify JFK’s audience. How do you know who his audience is? 2. What is JFK trying to persuade his audience to think/do? What evidence can you provide to prove this? 3. Give an example of Anaphora used in JFK’s Inaugural Address. Why did JFK use anaphora? Do you think the use of anaphora made the speech more persuasive? Why or why not. 4. Give an example of chiasmus. In your opinion, how effective was the use of chiasmus in persuading his audience? 5. Identify 1 of each of the rhetorical appeals (ethos, pathos, logos), then determine which was the target appeal for the audience.

Inaugural Address – JFK Page 31 ANSWER ALL PARTS!!! 1. Identify JFK’s audience. How do you know who his audience is? 2. What is JFK trying to persuade his audience to think/do? What evidence can you provide to prove this? 3. Give an example of Anaphora used in JFK’s Inaugural Address. Why did JFK use anaphora? Do you think the use of anaphora made the speech more persuasive? Why or why not? 4. Give an example of chiasmus. In your opinion, how effective was the use of chiasmus in persuading his audience? 5. Identify 1 of each of the rhetorical appeals (ethos, pathos, logos), then determine which was the target appeal for the audience.