1.
Identify the nature of proof in
Frank's monologue, siting evidence he used in Charlie's defense.
Using Ethos, Pathos, and
Logos, Frank was able to create a logical and persuasive speech that spoke to
the character of his client and appealed to the emotions of his audience.
Ethos- presidents who had
attended the institution. influential titles, the track record of the school, I
have seen soldiers with their legs torn off etc… testimonials and experience
help influence Frank’s audience and lend him creditbility.
Pathos- The anger and
indignation in his delivery, He has chosen his path etc… these are phrases and
techniques he used in his speech that appealed to the listeners.
Logos- someone offered to
buy his soul is an example of a fact that gives his argument factual appeal.
2.
Of the four styles of dramatic or vicarious proof,
which did Frank exploit to turn attitudes around about Charlie? How did this
style function in terms of reason?
Franks
testimony is what change the attitudes of the crowd. He speaks about his past experiences
and relates them to the current situation. His reasoning was well done because
he applied it to what he already knew. He also uses narrative to tell the story
in a manner that was more effective for his side of the argument. This is the
most effective form of persuasion because people can relate to the narrative
easily.
3.
What cultural myths
or images were employed to increase the appeal of Frank's
argument? How did this influence his attempted shift of opinion?
Frank used the value of
challenge to persuade his audience. Applying his personal experiences and
challenges to the situation he appeals to the emotion of the listeners. His
experience also gives him an air of authority.
4.
Which of Reich's parables apply
or applies to Frank's reasoning?
The triumphant
individual. He is depicting his client as someone who sticks to his guns and is
successful and triumphant because of this.
5.
What was Frank's reasoning in terms of logical appeal?
Frank
uses strong parallel reasoning in his argument. When he talks about the people
he has seen wounded he is comparing one experience to another. He also uses
generalizations stating that the school is teaching all of the boys to be
snitches due to the one situation that is occurring. There is also some
reasoning by sign. He is stating that this school once stood for honor and is
now standing for ratting on your fellow students.
6.
How did Frank's paralinguistics impact his expression and the
meaning of his words? Please give specific examples – three will do.
Frank’s uses various paralinguistic
cues to persuade his audience. When he raises the pitch of his voice to
emphasize something, or changes his tone to indicate he is annoyed he is
utilizing various paralinguistic methods. Here are three examples of
paralinguistics:
1.
When Frank
is told he is out of order and he raises his voice and says “I will show you
out of order”. He raising his voice above that of the judge showing he is the
dominant one in charge. This helps give him the aura of authority.
2.
When he
says “There is nothing like the sight of an amputated spirit…” His words become
more spaced apart speaking slower and quieter. This is a technique that forces
the portrayed emotion in what he is saying.
3.
“You are executing his SOUL” Frank yells the word soul
emphasizing the importance of the word. Raising his pitch pulls focus to the
word.
