Leaders of countries or Princes must make decisions that not many will agree with, but are the best for the populace and he must make them, no matter the cost. Niccolo Machiavelli uses logos, ethos and distinct clear diction to prove the necessity for a ruler to be able to make unpopular decisions, in an excerpt from his book “the Prince” (1532).…
Another rhetorical device Lady Montagu uses is including a personal reference. She describes an experience when one of her friends had a lover who wrote her a very lengthy letter. The letter was full of thought and…
In the world of politics where everything has an opposing viewpoint, the use of proper persuasive techniques is essential. In the article, Fitzpatrick and Fenwick’s plea to pass the 2013 farm bill strategically uses exemplification as well as cause-and-effect to assert the rationality and impact of their point. From introducing the issue, to showing achievements, to showing urgency; these rhetorical techniques further the message of the authors. The use of exemplifications is apparent in the author's’ introduction to the issue as well as their reasoning as to its importance.…
Chapter 4, we learned the various aspects of an audience, when preparing a written or electrical document. How did I consider my audience needs and interests as I developed the presentation about Great Calls marketing strategy? I put myself in their shoes and considered the expectations that a manager of a large cellular company would expect. I recognized their time is valuable and I would need to be quick and direct. I also thought that I would have to put together a presentation that was professional and eye catching and brought valuable information to helping them direct the company to a new solution to increase customer attention. Who was my audience? The people I am presenting to are five managers of Genuine Cellular, who I assume are…
The argument of this TV commercial is that the overall quality of life for men will improve if they use Old Spice deodorant. The audience includes women that are in a relationship with a man and is concerned about the way their significant other smells. The goal of this advertisement is to get women to buy Old Spice deodorant for their significant other. The commercial tries to accomplish its goal of getting women to buy Old Spice deodorant for men in several elements of rhetoric.…
Well, this is blunt to say the least! Writing as being communication and not self-expression is all in a matter of one’s opinion. I detect, that Richard Peck my not like to waste his time on reading others feelings, thoughts, or ideas. In my assessment, this appears to be absolutely hypocritical of him. I myself appreciate reading about different people's self-expressions besides just my own. Therefore, by my observation of Richard Peck statement; it is just a mere feeling, thought or ideas he is projecting. So how ironic is his statement? In my conclusion, it’s bona fide irony.…
Throughout the entire letter, Chesterfield uses guilt through a variety of ways, in order to push his son to become successful and independent. He begins this, by “confessing” to his son that he has his doubts on whether his advice serves purpose at all. He tries relating to his child by stating,” I know how unwelcome advice generally is; I know that those who want it most, like it and follow it the least.” He also begins referring…
This passage explains how Pearl represents the innocence in one’s passion or love for another. Her stark contrast from other children catches the attention of both her parents, Hester and Dimmesdale. Pearl serves as a result of their lust for each other. Hawthorne further explains this concept by comparing Pearl to a “messenger of anguish.” Hawthorne uses this metaphor show that once Dimmesdale dies, the lustful connection between Hester and the pastor breaks apart. Pearl loses her wild character and ceases to be defiant of the world, displaying her new capability of feeling sorrow.…
In the excerpt from a letter written by Lord Chesterfield to his son who is traveling away, Lord Chesterfield successfully doles out advice with an underlying persuasive tone. Chesterfield skillfully includes his own values and experiences as a way to connect his son to the advice given.…
In the article “Letters from Birmingham Jail” by Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. who was a participant in a non-violent demonstration against segregation, subjects a response to a public settlement of concern and caution issued by eight white religious leaders of the South. The occasion of the letter was Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s sentence to jail due to a non-violent participation in racial segregation. The letter was for people who were against him which were the eight white religious leaders. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. wanted the…
I speak to you today after attending a speech made by Franklin Roosevelt, who has enlightened me on a many great factors missing from our town. He has stated that a society cannot properly function without the establishment of several freedoms: freedom of speech, freedom of religion, and freedom from fear. Considering the recent events that have transpired here, I believe I surprise no one when I say that we as a community require substantial improvement in implementing these freedoms. We must be able to speak our minds, choose our own methods of prayer, and escape from the fear that confines us in our daily lives.…
Chesterfield begins this process of degrading his son by proposing that his son must be mortified for all the help he has received in order to succeed. Chesterfield writes, “your shame and regret must be greater than anybody’s because everybody knows the uncommon care which has been taken of your education, and the opportunities you have had…” (43-45). Chesterfield is clearly suggesting that his son should feel unaccomplished because his achievements were not completed on his own. Chesterfield further reduces the pride of his son by stating, “to know little of anything, give neither satisfaction nor credit, but often brings disgrace and ridicule” (53-55). Chesterfield is implying that his son does not know enough and he does not want his son to simply do well, but know everything in order to avoid disgrace. Chesterfield also demands that no only should his son know more than most, “but… excel in the thing itself” (51). The final goal of these assertions is to utilize the rhetorical strategy of diminishing pride in order to drive his son to meet higher expectations. Such a strategy reveals that Chesterfield, himself, believes that a man or woman must prove himself or herself as great, without help, and that greatness comes only through deep understanding. This rhetorical device, along with others, provides the force necessary to motivate Chesterfield’s son to meet his father’s…
As a young child i learned early on how info can be corrupted and distorted through a classroom game i use to play called telephone. In the game you would start off with a message and try to make it around the room with the same message, surprisingly we barely ever got through without messing up at least something. And if you think about it that game represents society and how it can corrupt your message. I think that information can easily be corrupted and that it happens in our everyday life.…
In spite of the fact that the plot evokes the implication that it occurred between the close of 16th century and the start of the 17th century, Shakespeare’s Hamlet surpasses the constraints of time and muses upon both the primitive and contemporary man. In the late 16th century in England, people of all classes on the social echelon, with the exception of royals, were able to publicly eyewitness theatre. Audiences craved new plays to assuage their appetites. One of numerous dramatists that capitalized this abundance of opportunity was Shakespeare. Opposed to the modern time, audiences spectated the play to hear it rather than see it. The articulation of the lines and significance of how the story was recited was crucial…
Lord Chesterfield’s seems to have a condescending and almost ironic tone in a letter to his son. Starting out his letter, Lord Chesterfield writes, “Dear Boy” (pre-line 1). This phrase gives the vibe that he is trying to stay superior to his son by calling him “boy” instead of son. He may feel as if he does not have enough power over his son, and this may improve his feelings about the matter. Later on in the letter he tries to put the burden of how kind his father will treat him by writing, “[Y]our merit must, and will, be the only measure of my kindness” (lines 29-30). He is trying to tell his son that his good deeds will provide him with kind treatment from his father. This is both ironic and condescending…