a. Provide examples for FIVE of the following rhetorical devices in the speech: alliteration, metaphor, allusion, rhetorical question, anaphora, parallelism, antithesis, hyperbole. (5 K) An example of allusion can be found near the very beginning of Kennedy’s speech when he says “…I have sworn before you and Almighty God…” (6). Kennedy uses rhetorical questions when he asks “Can we forge against these enemies a grand and global alliance…that can…
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On September 12, 1962, John F. Kennedy made a speech using a historical lens, black-and-white thinking, appeals to the future, and inclusive optimistic language to convince Americans to support the National Aeronautics and Space Administration. The program wants to land humans on the moon, but needs support from the people. Kennedy talks about the past and how far America has advanced. He starts his speech by referencing how humanity started from using animal skin as clothes to having airplanes…
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John F. Kennedy uses beliefs, passion, reason, and analysis to effectively convey why support is needed for the National Aeronautics and Space Administration program to land humans on the Moon to the students listening at Rice University. Kennedy shows what he believes in and that man continues to move forward higher and farther than before. In paragraph 6 Kennedy explains that he will continue to have more exploration in space, even if there are people who try to stop him. This shows his belief…
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John F. Kennedy gave a speech about supporting the national Aeronautics and Space Administration program to land on the moon at a stadium in Texas on September 12, 1962. In this speech Kennedy appeals to a historical lens, evidence, and scientific facts to convey to the audience about the value it has to space travel and how far that will take us. Kennedy speaks about how fast people have moved during these past years and how far things have gone, making an illustration of how the man has progressed…
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President Kennedy uses rhetorical strategies to achieve his purpose of discrediting steel companies for raising prices. His word choice, such as “unjustifiable” and “grave” have a negative connotation, supporting his firm tone. His tone remains upset and disappointed throughout the speech without getting aggressive. This benefits his message because it fuels his impassioned speech to the American public without directly interfering with steel companies. Another strategy Kennedy uses in his speech…
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Grace Long Fortson AP Language 26 August 2013 Style Emulation Outside it was a cloudy day where no glimpse of sunshine could be seen through the clouds. Disappointed and drowsy looks were painted on each of the juror’s faces from several days of trial. The President of the United States, Ronald Reagan, was trying to fight the guilty label that had already been given to him. The hero who ended the Russian Cold War, was now being forced to answer heated questions; Reagan refusing to give into…
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John F. Kennedy uses beliefs, passion, reason, and analysis to effectively convey why support is needed for the National Aeronautics and Space Administration program to land humans on the Moon to the students listening at Rice University. Kennedy shows what he believes in and that man continues to move forward higher and farther than before. In paragraph 6 Kennedy explains that he will continue to have more exploration in space, even if there are people who try to stop him. This shows his belief…
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Two years after the Iron Curtain was bestowed on Berlin, splicing it into a dichotomy of different governing institutions, John Fitzgerald Kennedy addressed the citizens of West Berlin with his infamous “Ich bin ein Berliner” speech. Upon the steps of the Rathaus Schӧneberg, Kennedy demonizes the oppression set forth by Communism, and further emphasizes his support for the freedom of the people of Berlin. To instill confidence in the people of Germany, Kennedy conveys an inspiring tone as he encourages…
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In 1962, the current president at the time, President John F. Kennedy delivered a speech to his citizens concerning the National Aeronautics and Space Administration program. Kennedy effectively utilized various rhetorical choices in an attempt to raise support for the program from the people at Rice University Stadium in Houston, Texas. For more folks to understand the importance of space travel for humans, Kennedy viewed humanity through a historical lens, provided examples of vital inventions…
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crucial for the incoming president to earnestly inform the public of what he wanted to accomplish during his time in office. Kennedy eloquently conveys his seriousness of purpose and knowledge of global issues through artistic language and numerous rhetorical devices. Kennedy identifies his presidential priorities through his use of frequent repetition, antithesis, and symbolic metaphors. Throughout his speech, J.F.K. frequently uses repetition…
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