Read Atticus Finch’s closing argument from To Kill A Mocking Bird
Prompt:
Considering what is known about Atticus Finch and his background, and also considering Atticus’ use of the persuasive elements, evaluate Atticus’ use of persuasive tools. What from the closing argument might connect to the people, events, and/or values of today? Why? (In other words, how applicable is the literature?)
Directions:
• Write 3 paragraphs. One paragraph should address a technique; one, a fallacy; and one, an advertising appeal.
• Apply MLA formatting and formal English language conventions
• The topic sentence for each paragraph is the thesis statement for that paragraph.
• For support, use at least 2 pieces of textual evidence, with inline/parenthetic citations, for each rhetorical tool.
• At some point in the response, address a connection to the people, events, and/or values of today.
