This assignment aligns with the following module objectives:
Analyze how authors use key literary elements to contribute to meaning and interpret how themes are connected across texts.
Compare and contrast the development of British literature in its historical context.
Analyze false premises claims, counterclaims, and other evidence in persuasive writing.
Interpret the social and cultural function of British literature.
HOW TO COMPLETE
For this assignment you will be taking a look at four different speeches given in the text. You will only have to choose TWO to complete the assignment for full credit. You will need to recall the three different rhetorical devices (8.02 Content: Rhetorical Devices) as well as the eight logical fallacies learn in the first lesson of this module (8.01 Content: Logical Fallacies).
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For each speech you choose (you need to choose TWO) answer the following questions for 2 points each (total of 16 points).
Identify one example of logos, pathos, OR ethos. Pull the words out of the speech, put them in quotes, label the device, then provide an explanation of how the text fits the device.
“This single farm of ours would support a dozen horses, twenty cows, hundreds of sheep.” (Logos) This quote is an example of logos because it uses numbers and logic to explain the point.
Identify at least one example of a logical fallacy in the argument. Pull the words out of the speech, put them in quotes, label the device, then provide an explanation of how the text fits the fallacy.
“Whatever goes upon two legs is an enemy. Whatever goes upon four legs, or has wings, is a friend.” (False Dilemma) This quote is an example of false dilemma because it presents only two options and puts the two sides against each other.
Summarize the speech in 2-3 sentences. Be sure to include the major ideas that are presented. Remember a summary is just an account of what is said as you understand it and does not include your thoughts or commentary on the text.
Explain what point you believe Orwell was trying to make with the inclusion of this text. This can be general to your understanding of the story or more specific in terms of the political allegory about the Russian revolution. Remember, when asked for an opinion, you can’t really be wrong; however, you will miss out on earning points if your response does not show critical thought about the speech and your understanding of the intended purpose, tone, or audience.
