The Spirit of Liberty: Analyzing Rhetorical Devices

This teaching resource provides the tools to help students analyze the use of rhetorical devices in the historical American speech by Judge Learned Hand, “The Spirit of Liberty.” Delivered in 1944 during the height of WWII, Judge Hand delivers a powerful message about the true essence of liberty through his use of two rhetorical devices—anaphora and rhetorical questions. Students will analyze his use of these rhetorical devices to better understand their meaning and significance.
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Subject(s): English Language Arts, Social Studies
Grade Level(s): 7
Intended Audience: Educators educators
Suggested Technology: Microsoft Office
Instructional Time: 1 Hour(s) 15 Minute(s)
Resource supports reading in content area:Yes
Keywords: English Language Arts, ELA, rhetorical devices, anaphora, rhetorical questions, speeches, historical speeches, American speeches, speech purpose, speech analysis, World War II, WWII, Spirit of Liberty, I am an American Day Address, civics, civics integration, teaching ideas, literary nonfiction, Learned Hand, Central Park
Instructional Component Type(s): Text Resource,  Lesson Plan,  Worksheet, 
Resource Collection: Integrated Civics with ELA Original teacher resources - Grades 6-12

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