Middle School Source Analysis: Rhetorical Appeals in the Declaration of Independence

In this activity, designed for use in the debate classroom, students will use prior knowledge of ethos, logos, and pathos to analyze the grievances in the Declaration of Independence and classify the rhetorical appeals in each.

 
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Subject(s): English Language Arts, Social Studies
Grade Level(s): 6, 7, 8
Intended Audience: Educators educators
Suggested Technology: Microsoft Office
Instructional Time: 30 Minute(s)
Keywords: civics, debate, speech, pathos, logos, ethos, Declaration of Independence, grievances, ELA, rhetoric, rhetorical appeals
Instructional Component Type(s): Teaching Idea,  Worksheet,  Text Resource, 
Instructional Design Framework(s): Confirmation Inquiry (Level 1)
Resource Collection: Civics & Debate Initiative Teacher Resources

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