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POWER OF WORDS
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In what ways do we use words and what does our ability to use language give us?
When and how do words become weapons?
How do words create images and stereotypes? Slide2
POWER OF WORDS
Where do words obtain their meanings?
How does a word's meaning change depending on who utters it?
How does the power of the written word differ from that of the spoken? Slide3
CHARGED WORDS
words that are likely to produce a strong emotional response
Examples:
tyranny, Satan, cancer, terrorist,
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CHARGED WORDS
Make a list of at least 10 charged words with someone sitting near you.Slide5
APHORISM
A brief, pointed statement expressing a wise or clever observation Slide6
APHORISM
The law prevails not because so many people support it, but because so few oppose it.
The time to learn how to use a tool is before you need it.Slide7
POOR RICHARDS ALMANACK (146)
Author:
Benjamin Franklin
Purpose:
to advise
Type:
Almanack
Audience:
farmers, common population
- Full text offers normal info. from an
almanack
(calendar, sun, moon, weather)
A list of aphorisms that teach life lessons in brief and easy sayings
Most aphorisms are adapted from proverbs Slide8
APHORISM
Analyze your aphorism and determine what life lesson Franklin is teaching
On a sheet of construction paper, please do the following:
Write out the aphorism
Explain what life lesson is being taught
Draw a picture that matches your aphorism in meaningSlide9
HOMEWORK
Read: “Declaration of Independence” p. 156