Intro In Reid’s article, “The Things I Take For Granted,” (2008) Reid believes that true knowledge can be provided by our senses alone. He believes that there are certain principles that do not need to be proven, that have been universally accepted by most and that these principles are so common that all men can reason from them in order to have true knowledge. He points out that these principles are so apparent that any intelligent person would live their day to day lives conducting their actions and opinions by them and he believes those who do not lack common sense. Reid is very firm in his opinion that there are common principles which are applied to reasoning that do not require proof to be true but are demonstrated every day and therefore we can presume that they are true. Reid (2008)
He used repetition to try and sway the plebeians. He often refers to Brutus as an “honorable man”, each time with more sarcasm. Antony also uses reverse psychology on the crowd. He tells everyone about “Caesar’s will”, however, he says that he cannot read it. This makes everyone beg for him to read it.
“Every technology is both a burden and a blessing; not either-or, but this-and-that.” (Postman) The preceding quote by Neil Postman, author of the article “The Judgment of Thamus”, is a perfect example of the issues with new up-and-coming technologies. It is perfect because all technologies have obvious benefits which make them so appealing to the masses; who wouldn’t want to turn off a light left on in their house via cell phone, and no one complains about how convenient it is to communicate with someone overseas instantaneously via chat or email. What is not obvious, however, are the burdens associated with technology. Historically these burdens get lost among the benefits, and Postman brings this to light when writing, ”it is a certainty that radical technologies create new definitions of old terms, and that this process takes place without our being fully conscious of it.” (Postman) Creating new definitions isn’t a bad thing, but doing so without noticing generates new issues. The article “The Judgment of Thamus” begins with Plato’s story of Thamus, the king of a great city of Upper Egypt, who is known for his wisdom and makes a series of remarks regarding Theuth’s proposed inventions.
Wiesel shows a great display of logos in his speech as well. He uses specific examples and event throughout the speech that support his stance on indifference. Also most people know that the information he refers to is reliable because of how well the events are recorded and communicated in the world. I don’t believe there is any better way to have justified and supported his speech than how he did. In addition Wiesel’s pathos was spot on.
Through multiple problems of which Creon has no control, one feels sympathy and fear for him. Creon rules Thebes as a strong king who lays down the law and sticks to it. Creon sends out a harsh, but unbiased edict. He declares that Eteocles’s body will be honored with a burial, but Polynices will be left to rot. Creon prevents the people in Thebes to bury Polynices by saying that anyone who tries to bury him will be sentenced to death.
Elements of Syntax in Utilitarianism John Stuart Mill was a great master of all things that involved persuasion. This was partly because of his great passion for the philosophy of Utilitarianism. He employed most of the realms of syntax to convince the reader that his ideals, pertaining to Utilitarianism, were the correct way that mankind should act in all situations. One of the first things about Mill’s work that is evident is his use of a sort of question and answer structure. “I feel that…preference,” is answered in the next paragraph with “until, by the improvement…in our character,” and “How can the will…or awakened,” is answered by the following sentence “Only by making the person desire virtue.” Mill does this to engage his audience in Utilitarianism and to answer common questions regarding his philosophy.
The fact that the reader is able to get a strong sense of what the Duke is like, is testament to Browning’s skilful use of the dramatic monologue form, coupled with effective word choice and imagery. I found the use of the dramatic monologue particularly effective in creating a convincing portrayal of the character of the duke as it allowed me to feel that I could judge a character with no interference from the writer. Of course, the fact that I felt this way is indicative of Browning’s successful use of the form as nonetheless, the character of the Duke is his creation. Furthermore, while Browning uses the highly regular form of iambic pentameter with lines arranged into rhyming couplets, he successfully employs the technique of enjambment to allow the poem to adopt a speech like rhythm. This is effective as it makes the conversation seem more realistic, portraying the character in a more convincing and acceptable way.
One impressive tool used was clarity, the structured and choreographed explanation between his personal and professional life, left nothing for the reader to ask for, every paragraph was clear and meaningful; by giving examples and using props to make him even more understandable, and reliable for his audience, Pausch led his readers and listeners right what he wanted. For the critics and media the most powerful rhetorical device during the whole book and during the speech given was persuasion, indeed this book was entirely designed by his writer with two big “head-fakes”; firstly, to convey his listeners and readers about what is the real way to “live life well” without wasting their life time and opportunities, according to his experience as human being and a professional; and secondly, yet more emphasized, to leave an important guide and legacy to his children, letting them know who their father was for the world, and how their father wants they live their life in the best possible way, helping others, and chasing all
This is done by providing relevant & descriptive information. Another strength is the author’s gripping voice, as well as that the author writes as if he talking to the reader. On the negative side, there is only one major weakness, and its the very abrupt transitions between his topics The author isn’t taking a stance in an argument in this article; it is written with the mindset that being unconventional is good. This mindset is conveyed very well to reader by the end of the article. The data Gladwell presents is credible as it comes from primary sources such as Ranadive himself and quotes from Lawrence’s diary and other reliable sources such as the late general Maurice de Saxe.
Epictetus placed so much importance on commitment because when used correctly, he felt it would allow anyone to be stress-free and solid in their own moral authority. Essentially, Epictetus’ philosophy very closely