Question

practice
notebook respond to these questions.

1. use the chart to record at least two examples of each of the persuasive techniques

kennedy uses in this essay. explain in what ways each example makes kennedy’s
ideas more or less convincing.
(chart with columns: persuasive technique, examples from the text, effective or ineffective?; rows: appeal to authority, appeal to emotion (including charged language), appeal to reason)

Explanation:

To answer this, we analyze persuasive techniques in Kennedy’s essay (e.g., his inaugural or other works):

1. Appeal to Authority

• Examples from Text: Kennedy might reference historical figures (e.g., “Let every nation know, whether it wishes us well or ill, that we shall pay any price, bear any burden, meet any hardship, support any friend, oppose any foe, to assure the survival and the success of liberty.” Here, he invokes the authority of the U.S. as a defender of liberty, drawing on national legacy.
• Effective or Ineffective?: Effective. By aligning with the nation’s historical commitment to liberty, he gains credibility and unites listeners under a shared value.

2. Appeal to Emotion (Charged Language)

• Examples from Text: Phrases like “the torch has been passed to a new generation of Americans” use emotional language. The “torch” symbolizes legacy, hope, and responsibility, stirring pride and duty.
• Effective or Ineffective?: Effective. Charged language like this connects emotionally, inspiring listeners to feel part of a historic mission.

3. Appeal to Reason

• Examples from Text: In policy discussions (e.g., Cold War diplomacy), Kennedy might use logical arguments: “If a free society cannot help the many who are poor, it cannot save the few who are rich.” This reasons that economic justice benefits all, using cause - effect logic.
• Effective or Ineffective?: Effective. Logical reasoning appeals to rational listeners, showing policy coherence.

(Note: Specific examples depend on the Kennedy essay in question. For his inaugural address, these techniques are prominent. Adjust examples to match the assigned text.)

To fill the chart:

Persuasive Technique	Examples from the Text	Effective or Ineffective?
Appeal to Emotion (Charged Language)	“The torch has been passed to a new generation...” (symbolic, emotional language)	Effective
Appeal to Reason	“If a free society cannot help the many... save the few” (logical cause - effect)	Effective

For each technique, explain how the example persuades:

• Appeal to Authority: Links his message to the nation’s respected history, making it more credible.
• Appeal to Emotion: Uses symbolic language to evoke pride, duty, and hope, engaging listeners’ feelings.
• Appeal to Reason: Presents logical arguments to show policy sense, convincing rational audiences.

Answer:

To answer this, we analyze persuasive techniques in Kennedy’s essay (e.g., his inaugural or other works):

1. Appeal to Authority

• Examples from Text: Kennedy might reference historical figures (e.g., “Let every nation know, whether it wishes us well or ill, that we shall pay any price, bear any burden, meet any hardship, support any friend, oppose any foe, to assure the survival and the success of liberty.” Here, he invokes the authority of the U.S. as a defender of liberty, drawing on national legacy.
• Effective or Ineffective?: Effective. By aligning with the nation’s historical commitment to liberty, he gains credibility and unites listeners under a shared value.

2. Appeal to Emotion (Charged Language)

• Examples from Text: Phrases like “the torch has been passed to a new generation of Americans” use emotional language. The “torch” symbolizes legacy, hope, and responsibility, stirring pride and duty.
• Effective or Ineffective?: Effective. Charged language like this connects emotionally, inspiring listeners to feel part of a historic mission.

3. Appeal to Reason

• Examples from Text: In policy discussions (e.g., Cold War diplomacy), Kennedy might use logical arguments: “If a free society cannot help the many who are poor, it cannot save the few who are rich.” This reasons that economic justice benefits all, using cause - effect logic.
• Effective or Ineffective?: Effective. Logical reasoning appeals to rational listeners, showing policy coherence.

(Note: Specific examples depend on the Kennedy essay in question. For his inaugural address, these techniques are prominent. Adjust examples to match the assigned text.)

To fill the chart:

Persuasive Technique	Examples from the Text	Effective or Ineffective?
Appeal to Emotion (Charged Language)	“The torch has been passed to a new generation...” (symbolic, emotional language)	Effective
Appeal to Reason	“If a free society cannot help the many... save the few” (logical cause - effect)	Effective

For each technique, explain how the example persuades:

• Appeal to Authority: Links his message to the nation’s respected history, making it more credible.
• Appeal to Emotion: Uses symbolic language to evoke pride, duty, and hope, engaging listeners’ feelings.
• Appeal to Reason: Presents logical arguments to show policy sense, convincing rational audiences.