claim, along with support from anecdotes that build upon the pathos utilized throughout her article. However, while Burkett’s use of pathos strongly supports her argument, as does her credible background as a woman, she puts forth very few facts to create a solid logos core for her topic. As a result of this missing logos core, Burkett’s argument falls short from proving the point that women and men are equal and should be treated so. The genre that of this article is descriptive…
(supported by many other previous studies) found that diet drinks may be worse than sugar-sweetened drinks.” By making reference to a study that supports his argument, it helps establish a strong sense of credibility. It is evident document #1 is not just basing its information on nothing, which in return establishes additional credibility to its argument. It is also evident by referencing this study that professional experts specialized in this specific field share the same perspective. Though…
Persuasion relies on means of communication that influences beliefs, attitudes, and values. Philosophers throughout the course of history have encountered many dilemmas involving such. Galileo Galilei, an Italian philosopher is a prime example of a man who faced resistance in his act of persuasion. Considering his background, Galileo’s agenda was to argue the value of the Bible against the many discoveries of science. His pro science position, created a discrepancy amongst the people. Showing…
of negative outcomes due to multitasking, particularly with media, while learning. Paul supports her argument with numerous studies; nevertheless, definite weaknesses arise in her case. The article Paul presents, reads as a bleak presentation of facts without sufficient commentary and no significant passion. The sources she incorporates to prove her claims come off as condescending…
“Don’t Be Sorry for Yourself,” a thought-provoking essay written by A. J. Cronin. It deals with the problems of anxiety and trepidation in our life. In this age of competition and rush, everybody seems either afflicted or knows someone who is afflicted. The highly competitive and material culture undermines our nerves. Anxiety and self-pity are due to the fear of failure and doubt in various professions, different relationships, achieving success and other materialistic things which may lead us…
professor at Michigan State University, article, “Bilingual Education is the Best Approach for English Language Learners” also explains why this type of education is effective for foreign students. Together, both of these authors provide an effective argument with the use of reasoning, credibility, and emotion, but also include logical fallacies. Jost’s and Bale’s…
been asked to argue why you would be the best person to hire for a job during an interview? If you have ever been in an interview most likely the answer is yes. When this question arises, you need to be prepared to respond confidently with a good argument explaining why you should get the job. A great first step in preparing for this is to take a class that studies argumentation. I carefully picked my visuals, layout, font, and other aspects of my advertisement to persuade people to study…
terrorism to save lives. Levin argues by giving examples of make-believe scenarios in which the only two options given are to either meet the demands of the terrorist or to torture the terrorist so that innocent lives can be spared; however, Levin’s argument is flawed because he never fully defines the boundaries which can be placed on the concept of torture that would ensure that the use of torture is not abused. He believes that the best way to address a problem in which one wants an immediate…
to introduce their students home language, cultural fundamentals, and funds of knowledge into the classroom. And argue against those who oppose her proposition by using supportive evidence and to tell you the truth I couldn’t have agree with her argument anymore. Lopez’s article “Funds of Knowledge” displays a strong presentation of key points and argumentative topics. This paper provides a very helpful presentation that’s well written, simple to understand, and provides a well-designed layout…
three fallacies that I used were ad populum, ad verecundiam, and false cause (post hoc ergo propter hoc). While they were subtly used, they are able to illustrate what those specific fallacies are and why they are used in everyday advertising or arguments. The first fallacy I used in my advertisement for First Glitter was ad populum. This is simply stated as a way to “persuade someone to accept a desired conclusion on the grounds that many people evidently agree.” I illustrated this by uses the…