Monday, February 25, 2013

Friday, February 22, 2013: AP LANG Period 1, 8, 10

Please finish reading “Learning to Read & Write” by Frederick Douglass from our 50 Essays book. Pages 100-105

YOU WILL TURN THIS IN!!  Then write a short rhetorical analysis essay explaining how Douglass uses ethos and pathos appeals to describe his experience in acquiring the skills of reading and writing.  Use this format:

1. Introduction paragraph (2 sentences)
2. Paragraph describing how he uses ethos appeals (ways in which he discusses how other people impact/help his education) – 5 sentences
3. Paragraph describing how he uses pathos appeals (ways in which he makes you feel emotional for his journey towards education) – 5 sentences
4. Conclusion paragraph (2 sentences)

Remember to turn in your weekly paper too.