Narrative Essay by Morgan Greene
LOGOS
PATHOS
ETHOS
KAIROS
use of stats from inauguration
direct quotes from Obama
"Putting in too much because it's true" (from MindMap2)
how many people were there?
"becoming monotonous. Avoid a dull sameness."
avoid adding too many facts
how can this day appeal to emotions?
goosebump moment/climax?
how the crowd reacted
how this moment inspired me and my future
"Shifting from Job Prose" (from MindMap2)
"overly elaborate and ultimately meaningless sentences won't show anybody anything."
avoid trying too hard to make it sound "beautiful"
be able to shift from the complexity of your logos appeal, to creating an image/scene for the audience.
Why does my essay matter? What credibility do I have?
how many people are involved with politics today?
How is this crucial? Why does it matter now?
"Varieties of Style" (from MindMap2)
Adopt a sense of formality in the writing.
Show certainty, to express how much it mattered.
"She isn't trying to imply or show here, she's telling you. This adds intrigue and tension to the essay."
"Punctuation" (from MindMap2)
"If done correctly, lyrically, unconventional punctuation shows that we've moved from the realm of the conventional to the literary. Stylistic expression is at its essence an act of rebellion, often a necessary one."
Therefore, use punctuation to assert the importance, possible in an unconventional way.
Share why participation in government is crucial, especially for coming or age adults.
What are the consequences if we do not actively participate?