December 15, 2015

We used the first 15 minutes of class for the Writer's Notebook and independent reading. Today's notebook topic: There is never, ever a good reason to betray a friend.

We recapped yesterday's discussions on abolishing the penny and weapons and technology. Then, I shared some background information on Julius Caesar, the leader and the Shakespearean play.

We listened to Brutus' speech to the citizens in Act III, Scene 2 (page 1249-1250). Students evaluated the speech for persuasive techniques and rhetorical devices.

We listened to Antony's speech to the citizens in Act III, Scene 2 (pages 1250-1255). Students evaluated the speech for persuasive techniques and rhetorical devices.

We then discussed the two speeches to determine which man had the most effective speech. We also talked about which speech could be considered a sound argument.

Argument and Persuasion test tomorrow!

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