1. Rhetoric 2

2. Theme (R2) Benchmark Assessment
Do not write on test
Place leading zeroes before your id number. All boxes must be filled in.
Make sure your name and date are written on your answer sheet
NO TALKING!

3. Into to Rhetoric Speeches
Each student will present his or her speech
While presenting, students will note examples of the following in a 3 column chart
Ethos
Logos
Pathos

4. MLK Speech
Read silently as you listen to Martin Luther King give one of his most famous speeches.
If you have headphones, you may go to view or listen to the video.
Audio
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Video

5. Close Reading Reread and color code and annotate the following devices:
Ethos
Logos
Pathos
Repetition
Loaded Words
Parallelism
Analogy
Imagery
Allusion
No rhetorical questions

6. Standard Independent Activity
Which is the most effective rhetorical device or appeal used? Why?
Which is the least effective rhetorical device or appeal? Why?

7. Honors Independent Activity
Choose three devices, and write a SEEAS paragraph for each, defining and describing the intended effect of the devices on the audience.
Helpful Links:
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