Reading Journal
| Title of Article + Proper MLA Citation for Works Cited page | Finding the Good Argument OR Why bother with logic?
By Rebecca Jones |
| Summarize the article — include your reaction, thoughts, anything to help you remember its claims. 100 to 150 words | In this article, Rebecca Jones basically talks about the premise of a good argument and what that really means and the appeals or what draws people in. An argument typically has a negative connotation around it. A lot of people think an argument is just two people going back and forth and rarely do people say “Great argument have a nice day!”. That is the same in an argumentative paper. There are two sides and you are showing one side of the so-called argument. You provide evidence and draw the reader in. The appeals are something that describes what captivates the reader and can be centered around logic or other things. Logos uses logic, Ethos uses values, and Pathos uses emotion. Understanding these appeals can help understand what draws people in and can help with an argumentative essay. |
| Define new terms and concepts by quoting or paraphrasing the original author. | Logos: Using logic as proof for an argument
Ethos: Calling on particular shared values Pathos: Using emotionally driven images or language to sway your audience |
| How does this reading connect to other articles from class and/or your own research?
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This reading connected to the other articles we have read in our writing class because it really explains and gives examples of how to become a better writer in all aspects. We focused on other types of essays and this article helped provide information on how to be a great argumentative writer. |
| Based on the reading, craft one question to act as a springboard for class discussion. | I would say one question I have would be is it okay to be biased in an argumentative paper? Is it okay to share your personal thoughts on the topic or should you mainly stick to talking in third person. |