Political Ad Assignment

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sw_0a54S8po

This political advertisement from Governor Jerry Brown in regards to his opponent Meg Whitman, is a perfect example of using Pathos in an ad.

In this video, clips from both Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger and Whitman are shown. Interestingly enough, these clips show the two saying the exact same thing, only at different times.

I believe that this appeals to an audience that dislikes the work that Schwarzenegger has done as California's governor.

This advertisement builds fear into the viewer that Whitman will only follow in the footsteps of Schwarzenegger.

It flashes back and forth between the two repeating exact lines. Emotionally, this leads you to believe that the two have similar beliefs and outlooks.

With Schwarzenegger's building criticism today, it's easy to see why Brown would choose to scare viewers into thinking that Whitman would only repeat the choices of Schwarzenegger.

By using this technique of fear in pathos, one can easily note the clear distinction Brown makes between himself and Whitman.

Word of the Week #4

1.) Veritable

2.) "U.S. Recalibrates Remarks About Pakistan" by Eric Schmitt http://dictionary.reference.com/browse/veritable

3.) "The White House and State Department on Wednesday sought to temper remarks by the nation’s top military officer last week that the insurgents who attacked the American Embassy in Afghanistan this month were “a veritable arm” of Pakistan’s spy agency."

4.) Adjective; being truly or very much so

5.) The U.S. plays a veritable role during United Nation conferences. 

Word of the Week #3

1.) Artisanal

2.) International Herald Tribune: “Rustic Handwork at Burberry” by Suzy Menkes

http://www.nytimes.com/2011/09/20/fashion/20iht-rburberry20.html?_r=1&ref=global-home

3.) "The show may have been streamed to social media sites, not least in China, but the focus was artisanal handwork and African prints, even for the iconic Burberry trench coat."

4.) Adjective; pertaining to or noting high quality, distinctive products made in small quantities

5.) The company made millions selling artisanal scarves and hats to the residents of Beverly Hills. 

Word of the Week #2

1.) Abysmal

2.) Mercury News Online: "Facebook continues changing as IPO rumors swirl, and Yahoo board faces power struggle” by Jeremy C. Owens
http://www.mercurynews.com/financial-markets/ci_18894830

3.) As a founder and major shareholder of the company, the abysmal record of the current leadership must be heart-rending to you personally, as well as damaging to your net worth," Loeb wrote to Yang.

4.) Adjective; of or like an abyss; immeasurably deep or great

5.) The scientists only dreamed that they could someday refer to the black hole as an abysmal paradise. 

My Favorite Writing

     One of my favorite pieces of writing has to be "Still I Rise" by Maya Angelou.

This poem was written by Angelou in 1978 and still stands as one of her more famous pieces.

Unlike most poems that leave you questioning what it signifies, I have always enjoyed this poem because it is refreshingly clear and easy to understand.

Each stanza is a straight forward and direct statement from Angelou.

She expresses her independence throughout her poem by questioning the people that purposely put her down.

The great thing about this poem is also the spirit and passion you can feel while reading it.

This is a great piece of writing to me, simply because it's aimed toward a strong feminine audience as well.

Angelou successfully displays her inner strength with her words and as a result, it's an inspring poem to read for me.

Her style of writing is also what attracts me to this poem.

She uses questions during most of it, which helps her almost "speak out" to her audience.

Angelou's repetition towards the end is also a great writing technique.

In doing this, "Still I Rise" becomes a strong statement in the poem that stays with you even after reading it.

In Class Word Assignment

1.) The oil spill will affect the wildlife.

2.) The effect of the earthquake was horrific.

3.) Among most households, cleaning on Sundays is common.

4.) My house is located exactly between a park and a freeway.

5.) My best friend and I had a chance to talk to each other before heading to work.

6.) In my small group of five, we were told to discuss with one another the recent East Coast earthquake.

7.) I'm extremely anxious and concerned about having a nurse pull blood out of my body.

8.) I'm very eager to get through this semester and enjoy my winter break already.

9.) My high school was not allowed to censor any of my newspaper's racy material.

10.) Members of the Catholic Church have found it's way to censure gay marriage and protest it in most states.

11.) Compared with all of my test scores from last semester, I'm glad to see I'm improving finally.

12.) Compared to Ohio, California has amazing and jaw dropping scenery.

13.) That painting really complements the subtle wall paper in your living room.

14.) I'm surprised my professor gave me a compliment regarding my work last week.

15.) I'm excited to be a part of a team who works year round to compose a beautiful magazine.

16.) My closet comprises both old and new pieces.

17.) The continual ring of the doorbell this weekend drove me insane.

18.) The artist was amazingly able to draw in a perfect, continuous line.

19.) She is convinced and certain that the world will end in 2012.

20.) Susie even attempted to persuade all of her room mates last semester.