The Power of Rhetoric and Persuasion
English · Year 12 · Language, Texts and Contexts · 1.º Período

The Power of Rhetoric and Persuasion

An exploration of rhetorical devices and persuasive language in speeches and media texts.

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An exploration of rhetorical devices and persuasive language in speeches and media texts.

Key Questions

  1. What makes a speech enduringly persuasive?
  2. How do composers manipulate ethos, pathos, and logos?
  3. How does the medium impact the message?

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ELA

An English Language Arts template structured around reading, writing, speaking, and language skills, with sections for text selection, close reading, discussion, and written response.

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