H.3.10 Eng102 SemicolonsColons ClassicalArguments

8/19/2019 H.3.10 Eng102 SemicolonsColons ClassicalArguments

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The Core of an Argument (Classical)


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Semicolons

The Colon


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Use a semicolon between closely related

complete sentences not joined with a

coordinating conjunction FANBOYS)

In 1800 a traveler needed six weeks to get

from New York City to Chicago; in 1860 the

trip by railroad took only two days.


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Use a semicolon between independent clauses

linked with a transitional expression

Many corals grow very gradually; in fact the

creation of a coral reef can take centuries.

Use a semicolon between items in a series

containing internal punctuation

Classic science fiction sagas are Star Trek with

Mr. Spock Battlestar Galactica with its Cylons

and Star Wars with Han Solo Luke Skywalker

and Darth Vader.

Classic science fiction sagas are Star Trek with

Mr. Spock; Battlestar Galactica with its Cylons;

Star Wars with Han Solo Luke Skywalker and

Darth Vader.


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Do not use a semicolon between an

appositive and the word to which it refers

WRONG - The scientists were fascinated by

the species Argyroneta aquatica; a spider that

lives underwater.

Do not use a semicolon to introduce a list

WRONG - Some of my favorite foods include;

pizza fries and lobster.

Do not use a semicolon between sentences

joined by FANBOYS

WRONG - Five of the applicants had worked

with spreadsheets; but only one was familiar

with database management.


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Use a colon after an independent clause to

direct attention to a list, an appositive, a

quotation, or a summary/explanation

The daily routine should have included at least

the following items: twenty knee bends fifty sit-

ups and five minutes of running in place.

My roommate is guilty of two of the seven

deadly sins: gluttony and sloth.

What do these two sentences have in common?

This is the rule of thumb for colon usage.


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Use a colon according to convention

Dear Sir or Madam:

5:30 p.m.

In proportions

–

2:1

Title and Subtitle

–

The Glory of Hera: Greek

Mythology and the Greek Family


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Avoid using a colon between a verb and its

object/complement

WRONG - Some important vitamins found in

vegetables are: vitamin A thiamine niacin and

vitamin C.

Avoid using a colon between a preposition and

its object

WRONG

– The heart’s two pumps each consist of

an upper chamber or atrium and a lower

chamber or ventricle.

Avoid using a colon after such as, including, or

for example

WRONG

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The NCAA regulates college athletic

teams including: basketball baseball softball

and football.


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Create single panel cartoons or a multiple panel cartoon

illustrating each semicolon rule suggestion – use

www.stripcreator.com, www.storybird.com,

www.glogster.com).

Create an advertisement for the rule of thumb when

using a colon this is not listed in the PowerPoint…given

during class). Give an example of when not to use it.

Give an example of how to use a colon correctly.

http://www.stripcreator.com/http://www.storybird.com/http://www.glogster.com/http://www.glogster.com/http://www.storybird.com/http://www.stripcreator.com/


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Use a semicolon between closely related

complete sentences not joined with a

coordinating conjunction FANBOYS)

Use a semicolon between independent clauses

linked with a transitional expression

Use a semicolon between items in a series

containing internal punctuation

Do not use a semicolon between an appositive

and the word to which it refers

Do not use a semicolon to introduce a list

Do not use a semicolon between sentences

joined by FANBOYS


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Structure

Persuasive appeals

Origin of argument questions

Rational or pseudo argument

Claim supported by reasons


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How is this clip an example of a classical

argument?

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l3w2MTX

Bebg

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Introduction

Attention grabber

◦ Memorable scene, illustrative story, startling

statistic

Explanation of issue and needed background

Thesis

What is the attention grabber background

info and thesis of the video?


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Main body of essay is presentation of writer’s

views

Summary of opposing views

Response to opposing views

◦ Refutes opposing views

◦ Shows weaknesses in opposing views

◦ Concedes to some strengths

How does the video fit this body structure?


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Conclusion

Summarizes argument

Leaves strong last impression

Calls for action or relates topic to larger

context of issues

How does the video summarize argument

leave a strong lasting impression and create a

call for action/relate to larger topic?


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Logos

Ethos

Pathos


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Quality of message

Logic of argument

Guiding Questions:

◦ How is the argument internally consistent and

logical?

◦ Are reasons supported with the best evidence?


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Credibility of writer

Conveyed through writer’s investment in

claim, fairness to alternative views, author’s

tone, style, attention to grammar and

mechanics

Guiding Questions:

◦ How are the writer’s views presented effectively?

◦ How does the writer enhance his credibility and

trustworthiness?


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Values and beliefs of intended audience

Often associated with emotional appeal

◦ Imaginative sympathies

Guiding Questions:

◦ How did the writer open the viewer to his message?

◦ How did the writer appeal to viewer’s values and

interests?

◦ How does writer engage readers emotionally and

imaginatively?


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Is it an issue question?

◦ Gives rise to differing POV and conflicting claims

Writer usually asks question then explores at

least two alternative answers

Abortion –What are the effects of legalization?

Response 1 – leads to greater freedom for

women

Response 2 – lessens a society’s respect for

human life

***Effective arguments use issue questions***


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It is an information question?

◦ Writing that sets out to inform or explain

Reader’s purpose is to gain new knowledge

Teenage pregnancy – Why do teenage

pregnancy rates in the U.S. differ from the

rates in Sweden?

Could be issue question if reasonable people

disagreed about answer

***information questions do not make good

arguments***


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1. reasonable participants who operate within

the conventions of reasonable behavior

2. potentially sharable assumptions that can

serve as a starting place or foundation for

argument

If either factor is missing the result is a

pseudo argument.


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No possibility for listening, learning, growth,

or change by audience

Lack of shared assumptions or common

ground

◦ Bible interpretations

◦ Personal opinions

◦ Opera is boring

Pg. 65


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Claim is position you want audience to accept

thesis statement)

◦ Dr. Seuss is the better author.

Reasons support claims

◦People are able understand Dr. Seuss’s language.

Evidence textual) support reasons

◦ In the video, the Cat in the Hat states, “you have to

translate what you said on the opposite page.”


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argument?

What is the introduction? How is background

information provided? What is the thesis?

What arguments are made by Shakespeare?

What does Seuss say to refute his opponent?

How does Shakespeare respond to the opposing

views?

What is the ethos, logos, pathos?

What is the conclusion? What is the lasting

impression? What is the call for action or how is

the topic related to a larger context of issues?


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argument?

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l3w2MTX

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View assigned videos

Answer given questions


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Provide DETAILED answers to these questions

for EACH video assigned to you.

1. Which character had the best argument? Who

do you think won?

2. What were some of the arguments made by

the winner?

3. How did the winner refute his opponent’s

arguments?

4. What were some of the opponent’s key

arguments?

5. Identify the persuasive appeals of ethos,

logos, pathos.


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Directions: Go to YouTube.com. Search for the video

you want to watch. They are all part of the

Epic Rap

Battles of History series.

Easter Bunny vs. Genghis Khan; Michael Jackson vs.

Elvis Presley

Destinie, Martinea, Dalton, Cyan, Bryce, Lily

Batman vs. Sherlock Holmes; Steve Jobs vs. Bill Gates

LaTionna, Raya, Kayoda, Josh, Jen, Anisa

Steven Hawking vs. Einstein; Mr. Rogers vs. Mr. T

Travis, LaBrayla, Nigel, Brock, Serena, Tyler

Moses vs. Santa; Mario Bros. vs. Wright Bros.

Jason, Dalton, Reece, Olabisi, Ricardo, Morganne

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