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Dan Le Batard speaks about the saddening death of a future all-star pitcher José Fernandez. He appeals to pathos by adding a personal connection to Fernandez, using a saddening tone, and an elevated diction.
This article is full of appeals to pathos. When talking about a touchy subject like death, people tend to be sympathetic for those affected. Batard definitely was when he shared the story of him and his mother. "There was a lot of silence on the other end of the phone when I told Mom that Fernandez was dead at 24. But I could hear that she was crying. I didn’t have the words to soothe her. So I started crying, too" (Batard 10-12). The audience is almost forced to be saddened by this and since most of the readers are Miamians, they are.
Batard goes on to talk about how close the fans felt they were to Fernandez and how hard it was to lose him which conveys his saddening tone. "These kind of emotional connections in sports are so rare. We didn’t know him. But we did" (Batard 13). Fernandez was not the best pitcher around, but he was a fan favorite. Fans across the U.S. loved this man. "My chest hurt, and my mother wept, and my groggy father awoke in a confused and grieving fog, asking 'What happened?' This was how the early hours of Sunday felt for a lot of South Florida, so much of South Florida, too much of South Florida, morning turned to mourning" (Batard 16-19). Batard continues his emotional tone by using his own perspective. His death was saddening to the whole family.
Batard maintains an elevated diction throughout the passage. "He acted like a little boy in a sports world soaked with adult problems and cynicisms that can make us lose sight of the root verb at the center of what he did for a living" (Batard 43-45). He uses a higher level of vocabulary in this article to describe Fernandez's life and how everyone felt about him.
José Fernandez was a great player who died when it finally seemed he was going to be an All-star. It was depressing to see him go and the entire nation was moved by his death. Batard does a great job capturing his feelings, his family's feelings, and the United States' feelings as a whole. R.I.P José Fernandez.
This article is full of appeals to pathos. When talking about a touchy subject like death, people tend to be sympathetic for those affected. Batard definitely was when he shared the story of him and his mother. "There was a lot of silence on the other end of the phone when I told Mom that Fernandez was dead at 24. But I could hear that she was crying. I didn’t have the words to soothe her. So I started crying, too" (Batard 10-12). The audience is almost forced to be saddened by this and since most of the readers are Miamians, they are.
Batard goes on to talk about how close the fans felt they were to Fernandez and how hard it was to lose him which conveys his saddening tone. "These kind of emotional connections in sports are so rare. We didn’t know him. But we did" (Batard 13). Fernandez was not the best pitcher around, but he was a fan favorite. Fans across the U.S. loved this man. "My chest hurt, and my mother wept, and my groggy father awoke in a confused and grieving fog, asking 'What happened?' This was how the early hours of Sunday felt for a lot of South Florida, so much of South Florida, too much of South Florida, morning turned to mourning" (Batard 16-19). Batard continues his emotional tone by using his own perspective. His death was saddening to the whole family.
Batard maintains an elevated diction throughout the passage. "He acted like a little boy in a sports world soaked with adult problems and cynicisms that can make us lose sight of the root verb at the center of what he did for a living" (Batard 43-45). He uses a higher level of vocabulary in this article to describe Fernandez's life and how everyone felt about him.
José Fernandez was a great player who died when it finally seemed he was going to be an All-star. It was depressing to see him go and the entire nation was moved by his death. Batard does a great job capturing his feelings, his family's feelings, and the United States' feelings as a whole. R.I.P José Fernandez.
Chang discusses the widespread disease known as zika that is being spread by mosquitoes. Chang often uses strong verbs throughout the article giving him an effective diction. Although the epidemic is a serious issue, Chang's level of emotional attachment is low. He creates a serious tone by stating mostly facts and few opinions and creates a simplistic diction.
The author appeals strongly to ethos by repeatedly stating facts about the zika virus in Florida like: "So far in 2017, Florida has reported only 4 travel-related cases and no new local infections" (Chang 9-10). Chang goes on to state more facts on the virus and how it affects different people like pregnant women. The inclusion of pregnant women is meant to appeal to the emotions of the reader. By saying pregnant women's children can have brain birth defects when the mother has zika, people feel sympathetic for the affected families.
Chang uses a boring tone throughout his piece. All of the facts being stated struggle to keep the passage interesting. It feels like Chang was forced to write about this topic from the way he continues to throw facts around left and right. Emotionally Chang's attachment to the piece is non existent.
Chang argues that the zika virus is just as dangerous as many other world epidemic diseases throughout the article. He just wants to inform people, specifically in Southern Florida, to watch out for mosquitoes that could carry zika. Chang gives out a warning, "And though the number of locally acquired cases has dwindled with the winter, public health officials also have warned the virus is likely to rebound when temperatures rise and the rainy season kicks in" (Chang 16-18). Chang's standpoint on the subject is valuable, because of the thousands of possible targets for zika living in Florida.
The word choice in the article is simple. Change tries his best to not complicate the facts at all. "Florida does not disclose whether pregnant women with Zika acquired the virus during travel or while in the state. But included among the totals for travel-related and locally acquired cases were 224 pregnant women with Zika in 2016" (Chang 24-26). Nothing complicated. Just facts.
Chang argues that zika is still prevalent in today's society. He reports the recent cases of zika, then states facts about the virus, and finally appeals to the reader's emotions by writing about pregnant women and babies. Overall, Chang's argument is strong and organized well. Although it is not the most amusing article, it gets the point across.
The author appeals strongly to ethos by repeatedly stating facts about the zika virus in Florida like: "So far in 2017, Florida has reported only 4 travel-related cases and no new local infections" (Chang 9-10). Chang goes on to state more facts on the virus and how it affects different people like pregnant women. The inclusion of pregnant women is meant to appeal to the emotions of the reader. By saying pregnant women's children can have brain birth defects when the mother has zika, people feel sympathetic for the affected families.
Chang uses a boring tone throughout his piece. All of the facts being stated struggle to keep the passage interesting. It feels like Chang was forced to write about this topic from the way he continues to throw facts around left and right. Emotionally Chang's attachment to the piece is non existent.
Chang argues that the zika virus is just as dangerous as many other world epidemic diseases throughout the article. He just wants to inform people, specifically in Southern Florida, to watch out for mosquitoes that could carry zika. Chang gives out a warning, "And though the number of locally acquired cases has dwindled with the winter, public health officials also have warned the virus is likely to rebound when temperatures rise and the rainy season kicks in" (Chang 16-18). Chang's standpoint on the subject is valuable, because of the thousands of possible targets for zika living in Florida.
The word choice in the article is simple. Change tries his best to not complicate the facts at all. "Florida does not disclose whether pregnant women with Zika acquired the virus during travel or while in the state. But included among the totals for travel-related and locally acquired cases were 224 pregnant women with Zika in 2016" (Chang 24-26). Nothing complicated. Just facts.
Chang argues that zika is still prevalent in today's society. He reports the recent cases of zika, then states facts about the virus, and finally appeals to the reader's emotions by writing about pregnant women and babies. Overall, Chang's argument is strong and organized well. Although it is not the most amusing article, it gets the point across.
Ovalle discusses the murder Jose Amaya Guardado by five young men with a machete. He appeals to ethos, uses a shocking diction, and maintains a reverent tone.
Ovalle's credibility is very strong a he discusses the murderers, the victim, and the jail time. "The state announced Tuesday that it would seek to execute only the alleged ringleader, Kaheem Arbelo, who is believed to have delivered the fatal machete blows to 17-year-old Jose Amaya Guardado" (Ovalle 3-5). The story of the murder is explained exactly how it went. "The others now face life in prison if convicted of first-degree murder. They are Joseph Cabrera, 24, Desiray Strickland, 20, Jonathan Lucas, 19, and Christian Colon, 20" (Ovalle 9-10). Ovalle does not partake either side of the story which furthers his credibility.
The murder is pretty shocking and Ovalle does a fantastic job capturing that feeling in his word choice. "The shocking murder raised concerns about oversight and security at Job Corps, which operates 125 campuses across the country and falls under the U.S. Department of Labor" (Ovalle 13-14). "In January, Cabrera rejected the plea deal that could have meant as little as 10 years in prison if he agreed to testify against the others" (Ovalle 11-12). Most people would do whatever it takes to minimize jail time and as crazy as it was for Cabrera to reject the plea deal, Ovalle captured it perfectly.
Although a murder occurred Ovalle remains respectful of both sides. "Prosecutors are expected to detail the confessions of four defendants; those statements have been sealed by the court under Florida law" (Ovalle 34-35). The court may not allow anyone to hear the statements and Ovalle respects that and does not look into it much. "Because each of the defendants in the machete case were facing the death penalty, each had been granted a second lawyer to help them prepare for a possible sentencing" (Ovalle 62-63). Ovalle attempts to defend both sides whether or not he believes the culprits did the right thing.
Murder cases are sometimes touchy subjects to talk about. Not seeming biased or not offending someone is becoming increasingly hard but Ovalle does a great job doing so. He uses his credibility, shocking diction and reverent tone to inform everyone about the crazy murder case.
Ovalle's credibility is very strong a he discusses the murderers, the victim, and the jail time. "The state announced Tuesday that it would seek to execute only the alleged ringleader, Kaheem Arbelo, who is believed to have delivered the fatal machete blows to 17-year-old Jose Amaya Guardado" (Ovalle 3-5). The story of the murder is explained exactly how it went. "The others now face life in prison if convicted of first-degree murder. They are Joseph Cabrera, 24, Desiray Strickland, 20, Jonathan Lucas, 19, and Christian Colon, 20" (Ovalle 9-10). Ovalle does not partake either side of the story which furthers his credibility.
The murder is pretty shocking and Ovalle does a fantastic job capturing that feeling in his word choice. "The shocking murder raised concerns about oversight and security at Job Corps, which operates 125 campuses across the country and falls under the U.S. Department of Labor" (Ovalle 13-14). "In January, Cabrera rejected the plea deal that could have meant as little as 10 years in prison if he agreed to testify against the others" (Ovalle 11-12). Most people would do whatever it takes to minimize jail time and as crazy as it was for Cabrera to reject the plea deal, Ovalle captured it perfectly.
Although a murder occurred Ovalle remains respectful of both sides. "Prosecutors are expected to detail the confessions of four defendants; those statements have been sealed by the court under Florida law" (Ovalle 34-35). The court may not allow anyone to hear the statements and Ovalle respects that and does not look into it much. "Because each of the defendants in the machete case were facing the death penalty, each had been granted a second lawyer to help them prepare for a possible sentencing" (Ovalle 62-63). Ovalle attempts to defend both sides whether or not he believes the culprits did the right thing.
Murder cases are sometimes touchy subjects to talk about. Not seeming biased or not offending someone is becoming increasingly hard but Ovalle does a great job doing so. He uses his credibility, shocking diction and reverent tone to inform everyone about the crazy murder case.
Greg Hadley writes his article on the idea of President Donald Trump attacking former President Barrack Obama. He appeals to ethos by using tweets from Trump, using a critical tone, and using a political diction.
Trump goes crazy on Twitter and writer Greg Hadley captured some of his tweets that may have lacked evidence or were just flat out false accusations.
"Trump offered no evidence for his claims, but many have noted that talk radio host Mark Levine and right-wing news website Brietbart have both made similar accusations in recent days" (Hadley 8-10). Hadley takes Trump's tweets and formulates them into a plan to use against him.
Hadley tends to be critical of Donald Trump and seems to favor Barrack whoever he is going off against. "Finally, Trump attacked actor and former politician Arnold Schwarzenegger, who said Friday that he would not be returning to reality TV show 'The New Celebrity Apprentice,' citing the 'baggage' that Trump’s association brought to the show" (Hadley 61-63). This just goes to show how critical Hadley was of Trump. No matter who he is talking about, Hadley hates it.
Bagley maintains a political diction throughout the article. "Still, Trump’s comparison between Obama and Nixon could mean that he believes his predecessor ordered members of his team to conduct an illegal wiretap on their own, as Nixon did" (Hadley 23-25). Hadley talks about the political side of things frequently. He discusses Trump's comparison of Obama to Nixon in depth.
In Hadley's eyes Trump could not be doing more wrong for the country. His tweets are getting out of control and he makes sure the audience knos that from his appeal to ethos, critical tone, and political diction.
Trump goes crazy on Twitter and writer Greg Hadley captured some of his tweets that may have lacked evidence or were just flat out false accusations.
"Trump offered no evidence for his claims, but many have noted that talk radio host Mark Levine and right-wing news website Brietbart have both made similar accusations in recent days" (Hadley 8-10). Hadley takes Trump's tweets and formulates them into a plan to use against him.
Hadley tends to be critical of Donald Trump and seems to favor Barrack whoever he is going off against. "Finally, Trump attacked actor and former politician Arnold Schwarzenegger, who said Friday that he would not be returning to reality TV show 'The New Celebrity Apprentice,' citing the 'baggage' that Trump’s association brought to the show" (Hadley 61-63). This just goes to show how critical Hadley was of Trump. No matter who he is talking about, Hadley hates it.
Bagley maintains a political diction throughout the article. "Still, Trump’s comparison between Obama and Nixon could mean that he believes his predecessor ordered members of his team to conduct an illegal wiretap on their own, as Nixon did" (Hadley 23-25). Hadley talks about the political side of things frequently. He discusses Trump's comparison of Obama to Nixon in depth.
In Hadley's eyes Trump could not be doing more wrong for the country. His tweets are getting out of control and he makes sure the audience knos that from his appeal to ethos, critical tone, and political diction.
Navarro makes a claim that Miami Heat point guard, Goran Dragic, carried his team this season with similar statistics that lead him to make the All-NBA third team in the 2013-14 season. Navarro defends his claim by appealing to logos, using an informative tone, and a basic diction.
Dragic who originally made the All-NBA third team a few years back with averages of "20.3 points, 3.2 rebounds, 5.9 assists, 1.4 steals and shot 50.5 percent from the field and 40.8 percent from three-point range," (Navarro 21-22) had similar numbers this year. "This season, Dragic averaged 20.3 points, 3.8 rebounds, 5.8 assists, 1.2 steals and shot 47.6 percent from the field and 40.6 percent from three-point range" (Navarro 19-20). Navarro uses these number to make an argument for Dragic to make the All-NBA team again this year. There is no doubt that he had a great season, because "there were only four other players in the league this season to average at least 20 points, 5.5 assists and shoot 40 percent or better from three-point range: three are All-Stars in Kyle Lowry, Stephen Curry and Kyrie Irving and the other is the second-highest paid player in the league in Mike Conley" (Navarro 23-28). The numbers back it up, Dragic could make the cut this year.
Much of what Navarro states are quotes from teammates and statistics from 2013-2014 and this year making his tone informative. "'It takes a couple days, two, three days,' Dragic said Monday of what it is like to get over the sting of the end of a season like the one Miami just had when it turned an 11-30 start into a 41-41 season but finished one break shy of reaching the postseason" (Navarro 7-9). Navarro lets the audience know just how crazy their run to the playoffs almost was.
Navarro uses a basic diction allowing for his readers to understand exactly what he is saying and claiming. "Captain Udonis Haslem was the driving force and locker room leader all season for the Heat. But Haslem himself said it wasn’t until Dragic and others in the locker room also began holding teammates accountable that the Heat began to turn its season around" (Navarro 35-37). He strays away from using large complicated words which is pretty common in the sports industry.
Navarro believes that Dragic will once again be an All-NBA player this year like he has in the past. By backing his arguments with facts, an informative tone, and a basic diction, Navarro effectively shows the incredible season Dragic and the Heat had.
Dragic who originally made the All-NBA third team a few years back with averages of "20.3 points, 3.2 rebounds, 5.9 assists, 1.4 steals and shot 50.5 percent from the field and 40.8 percent from three-point range," (Navarro 21-22) had similar numbers this year. "This season, Dragic averaged 20.3 points, 3.8 rebounds, 5.8 assists, 1.2 steals and shot 47.6 percent from the field and 40.6 percent from three-point range" (Navarro 19-20). Navarro uses these number to make an argument for Dragic to make the All-NBA team again this year. There is no doubt that he had a great season, because "there were only four other players in the league this season to average at least 20 points, 5.5 assists and shoot 40 percent or better from three-point range: three are All-Stars in Kyle Lowry, Stephen Curry and Kyrie Irving and the other is the second-highest paid player in the league in Mike Conley" (Navarro 23-28). The numbers back it up, Dragic could make the cut this year.
Much of what Navarro states are quotes from teammates and statistics from 2013-2014 and this year making his tone informative. "'It takes a couple days, two, three days,' Dragic said Monday of what it is like to get over the sting of the end of a season like the one Miami just had when it turned an 11-30 start into a 41-41 season but finished one break shy of reaching the postseason" (Navarro 7-9). Navarro lets the audience know just how crazy their run to the playoffs almost was.
Navarro uses a basic diction allowing for his readers to understand exactly what he is saying and claiming. "Captain Udonis Haslem was the driving force and locker room leader all season for the Heat. But Haslem himself said it wasn’t until Dragic and others in the locker room also began holding teammates accountable that the Heat began to turn its season around" (Navarro 35-37). He strays away from using large complicated words which is pretty common in the sports industry.
Navarro believes that Dragic will once again be an All-NBA player this year like he has in the past. By backing his arguments with facts, an informative tone, and a basic diction, Navarro effectively shows the incredible season Dragic and the Heat had.
Walsh informs the audience that the U.S. will likely ban laptops on all flights to the U.S. from Europe. She creates an ordinary diction and a serious tone through her use of facts which also appeals to ethos.
The article does not seem to be anything but basic. The word choice is not very strong nor is it too weak. "Devices with such batteries have started fires aboard aircraft before, but no one would be able to extinguish the flames if a fire were to start in the cargo hold" (Walsh 9-11). Walsh uses facts well to support her article but the word choice is not anything special.
Walsh uses a variety of facts in her article to establish her credibility. "Reuters cited six American and European officials who said the U.S. Department of Homeland Security was expected to announce the ban, but they did not know when" (Walsh 3-4). By speaking about the what the U.S. and European official have said, it creates a sort of credibility. "Laptops would still be allowed in checked baggage, but it is unclear how authorities would ensure lithium batteries stored in the hold wouldn’t explode during the flight" (Walsh 8-9). Some people learned that lithium batteries can explode from this article which appeals to ethos.
Walsh stays on topic and strays away from opinionated statements to maintain a serious tone. "DHS said its Middle East/North Africa ban would stay in place until the threat changes, and indicated in a Q&A about the policy in March that additional destinations could be added if deemed necessary" (Walsh 18-20). She speaks about a serious threat to the United States to show just how serious the matter is.
Walsh informs the citizens that change is coming in the United States involving flights. Laptops will not be allowed on European-American flights soon which Walsh tells the audience in a serious tone. She also has is credible by stating quotes and facts about the topic.
The article does not seem to be anything but basic. The word choice is not very strong nor is it too weak. "Devices with such batteries have started fires aboard aircraft before, but no one would be able to extinguish the flames if a fire were to start in the cargo hold" (Walsh 9-11). Walsh uses facts well to support her article but the word choice is not anything special.
Walsh uses a variety of facts in her article to establish her credibility. "Reuters cited six American and European officials who said the U.S. Department of Homeland Security was expected to announce the ban, but they did not know when" (Walsh 3-4). By speaking about the what the U.S. and European official have said, it creates a sort of credibility. "Laptops would still be allowed in checked baggage, but it is unclear how authorities would ensure lithium batteries stored in the hold wouldn’t explode during the flight" (Walsh 8-9). Some people learned that lithium batteries can explode from this article which appeals to ethos.
Walsh stays on topic and strays away from opinionated statements to maintain a serious tone. "DHS said its Middle East/North Africa ban would stay in place until the threat changes, and indicated in a Q&A about the policy in March that additional destinations could be added if deemed necessary" (Walsh 18-20). She speaks about a serious threat to the United States to show just how serious the matter is.
Walsh informs the citizens that change is coming in the United States involving flights. Laptops will not be allowed on European-American flights soon which Walsh tells the audience in a serious tone. She also has is credible by stating quotes and facts about the topic.
Nancy Dahlberg describes how Lyft is bouncing back in the battle of transportation. She appeals to logos by stating various facts about the rise of Lyft uses a precise diction, and uses a condescending tone.
Dahlberg loves to support her article with factual information. "Lyft has seen new user activations rise 60 percent since news about sexual harassment claims, a #deleteUber movement, a trade-secret lawsuit, a Justice Department probe and executive departures hit ride-hailing titan Uber and its embattled CEO in the past couple of months" (Dahlberg 3-6). Every single point she makes seems to be backed up some way with a unique fact. "Lyft is now in about 300 U.S. cities, and 100 of them have been launched this year, Cohen said" (Dahlberg 57-58). Dahlberg makes it clear the Lyft is expanding quickly. Uber and Lyft may now be neck and neck.
Dahlberg's argument is clear. Lyft is closing in on and maybe even passing Uber. Dahlberg obviously believes that Lyft is the better "taxi" company. San Francisco-based Lyft launched three ago in the Miami area, a couple of weeks before Uber; it is now in 35 Florida cities, Cohen said. Earlier this week, ride-hailing legislation was signed into Florida law." (Dahlberg 13-15). Lyft is expanding rapidly and Dahlberg has made that point clear with precise statistics.
Dahlberg seems to enjoy the idea of Lyft evolving into better company and riding experience. "The Miami office has seen more and more people giving up their cars completely and using Lyft and Lyft Line, its fast-growing car-pooling network that competes with UberPool, said Cohen, who also gave up his car" (Dahlberg 45-49). His tone is condescending towards Lyft.
Dahlberg supports Lyft and their uprising against Uber. She backs up her claim with facts, has a precise diction, and a condescending tone to make her argument clear. Lyft has quickly evened the playing field.
Dahlberg loves to support her article with factual information. "Lyft has seen new user activations rise 60 percent since news about sexual harassment claims, a #deleteUber movement, a trade-secret lawsuit, a Justice Department probe and executive departures hit ride-hailing titan Uber and its embattled CEO in the past couple of months" (Dahlberg 3-6). Every single point she makes seems to be backed up some way with a unique fact. "Lyft is now in about 300 U.S. cities, and 100 of them have been launched this year, Cohen said" (Dahlberg 57-58). Dahlberg makes it clear the Lyft is expanding quickly. Uber and Lyft may now be neck and neck.
Dahlberg's argument is clear. Lyft is closing in on and maybe even passing Uber. Dahlberg obviously believes that Lyft is the better "taxi" company. San Francisco-based Lyft launched three ago in the Miami area, a couple of weeks before Uber; it is now in 35 Florida cities, Cohen said. Earlier this week, ride-hailing legislation was signed into Florida law." (Dahlberg 13-15). Lyft is expanding rapidly and Dahlberg has made that point clear with precise statistics.
Dahlberg seems to enjoy the idea of Lyft evolving into better company and riding experience. "The Miami office has seen more and more people giving up their cars completely and using Lyft and Lyft Line, its fast-growing car-pooling network that competes with UberPool, said Cohen, who also gave up his car" (Dahlberg 45-49). His tone is condescending towards Lyft.
Dahlberg supports Lyft and their uprising against Uber. She backs up her claim with facts, has a precise diction, and a condescending tone to make her argument clear. Lyft has quickly evened the playing field.