Introduction: The Fourth of July in 1852 did not represent “freedom for all” and Fredrick Douglass explains why.
Narration: Fredrick Douglass was a slave who escaped and was speaking for freedom. America is supposed to represent freedom for all, but slavery does not give freedom for all. Division: The lack of acknowledgment from the leaders of the USA show that they were completely unaware that the Fourth of July did not represent freedom. Some American’s believed that they were helping the African American’s, but in reality, they were ruining their lives and treating them poorly. Proof: Fredrick Douglass says this “Be warned! be warned! a horrible reptile is coiled up in your nation’s bosom; the venomous creature is nursing at the tender breast of your youthful republic; for the love of God,” (Douglas 45) this shows America’s lack of sympathy and equality. The leaders claim to be Christian, but everything they do goes against the bible and Douglas stresses that in the quote. Refutation: The Fourth of July does not represent “freedom for all” rather it represents freedom for everyone who looks and thinks the same as the leaders in the country. Conclusion: It is evident that the US should not have been celebrating The Fourth of July because slavery existed and not everyone was free.
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Abigail enters the room
Abigail: The witchcraft rumor is all a lie, Uncle. I think it is best for all of us to just forget about it, do you not agree Uncle? Parris: Abigail my niece do you not understand that we both know you went to the woods last night. What type of leader and man would I be deny that there is a problem in this town? Parris gets up and moves about the room Abigail: Well as reverend the townspeople should take your word for it if you tell them there is no reason for paranoia and hysteria they should trust you. Parris: How can I tell the people there is no problem when I saw you dance about the forest with Betty? To tell the congregation that there is no reason for panic when I saw you dance in the forest. Abigail begins shaking Abigail: We were just dancing that is all Uncle please trust me! Parris grows increasingly more angry now pacing about the room Parris: Abigail how can I believe you when I know you are lying to me? The bible says "Thou Shall not lie". (Appeal to Logos, reliable source) I saw you dance around a fire and pot with Tituba in the woods. Abigail please I am begging you, if you tell me the truth I will forgive your previous sins. (compromise for the truth) Abigail's face in disbelief Abigail: shaking and tapping her leg: I did not do such a thing. What are you talking about? Parris: visibly clenching his fists: Abigail! Explain the dress in the yard your lying is not getting you anywhere. (Anger) Abigail: Uncle please, please forgive me when I tell you this. (pathos) I have already repented my sins. We were dancing around a fire and a vessel full of blood with Tituba in the woods, and the dress you found was bloodstained from the ritual. Please Uncle remember we are family. Parris clearly enraged and a look of concern sweeps over his face Parris: Yes Abigail I know we are family (tautology) but my duty is to God and the people of this town as reverend. I can not stand for this type of satanic behavior. Abigail's body is quivering and she sinks into the chair Abigail: Uncle what are you going to do? Parris stops pacing a looks at Abigail in the eyes Parris: We are going to the courthouse I will not allow satanic behavior ruin this community any further. 1. Langston's claim throughout the video is that using rhetoric you can get want you want only using words. Langston said "We apply rhetoric to everything today". She also used Aristotle in her claim to make it stronger.
2. I think that Langston chose this argument because in school students have been taught about rhetorical devices such as ethos, logos, and pathos but she went further into depth on each of them. For example she stated how Winston Churchill used ethos to help motivate Great Britain during WWII. She went further into depth on the three types of rhetoric, because many people do not know there is more than one way to approach rhetoric and arguments. 3. The tone of the video is informative like in how I stated in question two she was shedding light on the topic. She was speaking to help teach and educate others on the uses of rhetoric. 4. Langston's intended audience was students because students are still learning how to write, and this helps give new strategies. Also students are still developing ways to give speeches and arguments face to face with others and the explanation of the three types of rhetoric is helpful to know what to use in each situation. 5. The way Langston chose to organize her ideas was chronological she explained each type of rhetoric and then explained the strategies after. Chronological order was a good strategy because she informed reader about the main topic and then went further into depth. 6. Langston establishes credibility by listing names of influential people who have used rhetoric and been successful like Martin Luther King Jr. and JFK. 7. Langston wants to evoke motivation within her audience to use rhetoric in their next argument. In her closing statement she says "Aristotle's rhetorical appeals still remain powerful today", then she goes onto to say it is important to know how to use them to make you a stronger writer. 8. The speaker arrange her argument by not only giving facts but also using credible people throughout her argument. 9. Langston uses examples in her speech such as different types of ethos, and logos. She also used evidence from past experiences like protests and rallies to explain the importance of using the right type of rhetorical strategies so that chaos does not ensue. 10. I think I could use rhetoric to get what I want because it provides a more logical way of arguing. When approaching my parents about something instead of just arguing having a plan and better ways to do it will help a lot in the future. Also, I think rhetoric will help me the future to make my college essays stronger and more logical. What was the author's main claim? Dweck claims that the power of "yet" along with teaching students to have growth mindsets strengthens their ability to learn and succeed more. What is the author's purpose? The purpose of Dweck's speech was to help inform parents, students, and teachers that the power of "yet" and a growth mindset can strengthen a child. Also she wanted to see how kids would respond to a challenge to determine if they had a growth mindset or not. What is the context of the video? The video was filmed in an auditorium with live audience of parents and teachers. Dweck presented her thoughts to a group of people who could begin applying these strategies in their daily lives. Another factor is Dweck is a professor and she was presenting to people like her which also helped her point get across better. What exigence inspires Dweck's claim? Dweck wanted to present this information because she argues that there is a learning gap between students with fixed mindsets and students with growth mindsets. Who is the intended audience? The intended audience is mainly parents, students, and teachers but the concept of growth mindset is for everyone. How does the author arrange her ideas? Dweck arranges her ideas by stating a question and then she has evidence to back it up. This strategy always the audience to think about the question she is asking and then they are giving facts to back up her answers. Overall this strategy keeps the audience locked in on the speech. Evidence from the speech A piece of evidence that she used was a research study from the University of Washington, and the project was an online game that rewarded the power of "yet" along with growth mindsets. The other piece of evidence she used was the improved test scores in places like The Bronx and Native American Reservations when teachers began teaching growth mindsets and the power of "yet". Applying the claim I believe for the most part that I have a growth mindset, but sometimes I go back into a fixed mindset when I am stressed or overwhelmed. Having a growth mindset is very important to me because it helps me to realize it is okay to mistakes because you can learn from them. It has also helped me be more open to new ideas and ways of approaching tasks like schoolwork. A fixed mindset makes it difficult to do things. Dweck's speech motivated me to continue to work towards a complete growth mindset. |