1.An argument can be any text that expresses a point of view, just take for instance the following:
item: the embossed leather cover of a prayer book
argument: the contents between these two bounded pieces of leather is a pamphlet on how to live my life and those without the knowledge of the contents within in this book has a slimmer chance of entering the golden gates of Heaven.
item: a Boston Red Sox cap
argument: the logo on this cap represents blood, sweat, and tears. It represents family. And I don't even watch baseball, nor have I been to Boston, nor can I name a player.
item: a Livestrong bracelet
argument: people that wear this should think carefully about the words it says. Don't just wear it to make a statement to others, to fit in, or get praise. Abide by its words in everything you do. LIVE STRONG.
item: the label on a best-selling rap CD
argument: the cover of this album is everything that I have done in my life so far. Every line or pixel, every piece of artwork on it is me. This cover represents a goal accomplished. And I'll be damned if they cover it up with a "parental advisory" sticker. Even though discretion is advised.
item: the health warning on package of cigarettes
argument: it's just a warning to those want to be cool kids who just wanna smoke because they see it in the movies. Not for me though, I know what I got into, you gotta die sometime, I rather choose my way. Rat poison ain't harming me.
item: a belated birthday card
argument: better late than never if it's money in it, if not, you sorry excuse for a friend.
item: the nutrition label on a can of soup
argument: the labels actually list the ingredients!! half this stuff sound like stuff in a lab.
item: the cover of a science fiction novel
argument: another book made by a UFO survivor trying to get their story out to the public without looking crazy.
item: a colored ribbon to a shirt lapel
argument: um please define lapel, and who wears ribbons? you just trying to get attention now.
item: a Rolex watch
argument: he look like he got money, let's get 'em. (watch wearer) hope my dad doesn't get mad about me borrowing his watch for the day.
2. Paragraphs describing the recent past when I've used language to...
inform: Talking to my friend about the movie "Doubt" which I had just seen. In the beginning I found my self explaining the movie then towards the end I ended up persuading that it was a good movie. argument/persuasion
convince: Trying to convince my friends that Micheal Jordan was the greatest player to ever play the game. They were comparing him to Kobe Bryant and LeBron James. My argument was that they want to "be like mike" though. argument/persuasion
to explore: Talking to my roommate about the best route to Atlanta. We were talking about how long the trip will take and what streets to take once they get down there. I just gave my suggestions. argument
to make decisions: Talking to my brothers about what prepaid phone company to use ; Cricket or Boost. Both companies plans were discussed and the types of phones and features they offer. argument/persuasion
pray: I pray everyday. sometimes short, sometimes long. Sometimes they seem just like talks, and sometimes help or guidance. argument
3. Ceremonial Argument: "Illinois not so taxing" Chicago Sun-Times. This editorial is about people of Chicago complaining about high taxes but really we supposedly have it easy compared to other top end cities. The writer is trying to help ease the pain of Chicagoans about the proposed new tax hike by the government for Chicago, by saying we have yet reached other cities heights when it comes to taxes. This article is targeted towards the tax paying people of Chicago. To me this article has a point but no success, if people think taxes are too high, then that is what they are going to think. This article may keep readers feeling good for awhile, but once payday comes around, and they see that state tax...get ready.
deliberate argument: "The odd couple: Fiddy and Fall Out Boy" Sun-Times. This article...
4. My common experiences with the following objects, brand names, and symbols; what they evoke and the audiences in particular associated with them...
a USDA organic label: illegal substance. "dealers"
the Nike swoosh: power. warriors.
the golden arches: fat people. those that can't afford anything else to eat, and those that just love to eat.
the Sean John label: mogul. stylish people, or at least trying.
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