You have the practice- it's now time for application!
Learning analysis skills is important.
So far, you have...
So far, you have...
- accomplished a difficult task in analyzing, synthesizing, and evaluating challenging primary sources.
- applied historical context to primary sources
- defined and explored rhetorical/logic elements from English class to primary sources
Don't stop now!
You must be proficient at applying those skills in order to participate to your full potential in our Republic!
Teachers: Here is only a sampling of the many application activities. Feel free to only show segments of each candidate's acceptance speech or chose additional Presidential candidates as well.
Teachers: Here is only a sampling of the many application activities. Feel free to only show segments of each candidate's acceptance speech or chose additional Presidential candidates as well.
Extension Application Task:
1) Watch the videos to see Donald Trump (Republican) and Hillary Clinton (Democrat) formally accept their party's nomination for President
2) As you watch, identify and describe each candidate's thesis statement (argument) as well as (at least) three supporting details (be prepared to explain your reasoning in a class discussion) 3) identify and explain examples of each candidate
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To Review Logical Fallacies: |
Donald Trump's Acceptance Speech |
Hillary Clinton's Acceptance Speech |
Video Courtesy of CNN.com
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Video Courtesy of CNN.com
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Advanced Application:
Imagine you are running to be the Mayor of your town:
- Create your own 5-6 minute speech in which you
- Identify at least two issues to be fixed/addressed
- Develop an argument or plan regarding how the problem(s) can be addressed
- Use heresthetics, common vernacular, and prolepsis to anticipate and defeat counterarguments