Module 12 Flashcards
has been used to mean anything from the use of images as argument, to the arrangement of elements on a page for rhetorical effect, to the use of typography (fonts), and more.
Visual rhetoric
Importance of visual rhetoric
- can help us produce documents that speak more readily to their intended audience.
- It can also help us to evaluate visual images we encounter in any variety of settings,
a branch of rhetorical studies concerned with the persuasive use of images, whether on their own or in the company of words.
Visual rhetoric
Visual rhetoric encompasses the skill of visual literacy and the ability to analyze images for their form and meaning.
VISUAL RHETORICAL ANALYSIS
It is easy to dismiss images in politics and public discourse as mere spectacle, opportunities for entertainment rather than engagement, because visual images transfix us so readily.
VISUAL RHETORIC IN POLITICS
______ constitutes a dominant genre of visual rhetoric Advertisers uses rhetorical appeals to construct their argument. Ethos, pathos, logos are the three categories of persuasive ________.
VISUAL RHETORIC IN ADVERTISING
ADVERTISING TECHNIQUES
- Ethos
- Plain folks
- Pathos
- Bandwagon advertising
- Logos
HOW TO WRITE A RHETORICAL ANALYSIS ESSAY ON AN ADVERTISEMENT?
- A form of criticism
- Examine the interactions
- Expected to influence what others think
What purpose does the advertisement serve?
Advertising promotes products/services, builds brand recognition, boosts sales, educates consumers, influences behavior, nurtures customer relationships, and fuels business growth by attracting new customers and expanding market reach.
What audience is the advertisement intended for?
The intended audience for an advertisement varies based on factors like demographics (age, gender, income) and psychographics (lifestyle, interests). Advertisers tailor messages to effectively engage with those most likely to be interested in their offerings.
How are people in the advertisement depicted? If there are any stereotypes, what are they conforming to?
People in advertisements are often depicted according to stereotypes that align with common perceptions or ideals associated with specific demographics or lifestyles. This can include portrayals of women as caregivers, men as authority figures, and certain ethnic or cultural groups in specific roles or occupations, which can both reinforce social norms and perpetuate biases.
What is the lifestyle promoted by the advertisement?
The lifestyle promoted by the advertisement aligns with the desires and aspirations of the target audience, whether it’s associated with luxury, adventure, success, health, happiness, or social status.
Are there any implicit or explicit messages in the ad?
Yes, Advertisements typically convey both implicit messages, which are subtle associations or cues, and explicit messages, which are direct statements or claims made in the ad, to persuade consumers and communicate product features, benefits, and values.
REQUIREMENTS FOR WRITING A RHETORICAL ANALYSIS ESSAY ON AN ADVERTISEMENT
- The paper should be 5 full pages, in MLA format, and double-spaced.
- The advertisement in question should be included.
- Ways through which the advertisement can be improved.
HOW TO WRITE A RHETORICAL ANALYSIS ESSAY ON AN ADVERTISEMENT INTRODUCTION?
- Should be in the form of a thesis statement.
- Write the remaining part of the introduction.
- Provide an evidence in every paragraph.
thesis statement.
• One or two sentences that condense the argument you are going to follow.
• It is either the first or last statement of your introductory paragraph.
• Should sum up the argument of the essay.
Tip: Start by figuring out what you have been asked to do.
ADDITIONAL TIPS ON HOW TO WRITE A RHETORICAL ANALYSIS ESSAY ON AN ADVERTISEMENT
- Use of pathos
- Use of ethos
- Use of logos
- Identify style details
- Form the analysis
- Write chronologically
- Writing the conclusion
An appeal to emotion
Pathos
An appeal to ethics
Ethos