1. Daily Learning Target: I can apply the six parts of the persuasive speech as well as ethos, pathos, and logos in order to create and compose a persuasive speech using relevant evidence from a variety of sources.

2. Essential Questions: With a partner respond to the following questions.  Why is it important to incorporate Aristotle's persuasive techniques (ethos, pathos, and logos) in persuasive writing?  What are the six parts of the persuasive speech? Define each part.

3. Six Parts of the Persuasive Speech  Exordium-introduction (hook)  Narration- background  Partition- thesis  Confirmation- (claim, evidence, and commentary)  Refutation- opposition  Conclusion- Sum up and leave the listener wanting more

4. Tips for Writing the First Draft  Use your graphic organizer and research notes to complete an index card for each claim.  On your index card, write down the facts that pertain to your claim. Remember, your claim must be supported with evidence.  After you have filled out your index card, begin writing the first draft of your paper.

5. Remember….  Hook the listener in the exordium. Use a rhetorical question, quote, or an allusion. You may use your cell phone if you need to further research this part.  The narration must have a brief background about your topic.  The partition is your thesis or “I believe…” statement.  The confirmation includes your three claims, the evidence, and your commentary.  In the refutation, make sure you include the opposition. How would someone who opposes your belief statement respond to your claims?  The conclusion sums up your paper. Restate the belief statement or thesis and leave the audience with a quote, question, or an allusion.  Make sure you know where ethos, pathos, and logos is used.

6. Exit Slip  Label the parts of your first draft with the six parts of the persuasive speech.