Mandela's Rhetorical Appeals

Grade 1145 min

aligned to Ccs Ri.11-12.1, Ri.11-12.4, Ri.11-12.10

Learning Objective

I can analyze the rhetorical appeals used by Mandela in “I Am Prepared to Die” and explain how they support his arguments.

Lesson Flow

Watch Video

5 min

How to use rhetoric to get what you want - Camille A. Langston

TED-Ed

Practice

14 min

12 questions • Short answer

Exit Ticket

5 min

Identify a specific example of how Mandela uses pathos in "I Am Prepared to Die." Explain how this emotional appeal supports his overall argument. Provide a specific instance where Mandela employs logos in his speech. Discuss how this logical reasoning enhances his argument and persuades his audience.

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