Thursday, December 15, 12 Angry Men & Persuasive letters

Objective: By the end of class, students will demonstrate understanding of plot and the strength of persuasion by using logical and emotional appeals and develop a persuasive letter typed on neos.

DO NOW

What is an alibi? What is the boy's alibi in Twelve Angry men? Does the boy on trial have a good alibi? Why or why not?

1. Review ACT 1. Vote is 10-2 at end of Act 1. Juror's 8 and 9 vote not guilty. 9, the old man changed his vote.

2. View ACT 2

Why does juoror 9 feel bad for the old man that said he heard and saw the crime?

What does Juror 3 say at end of Act 2 that makes other jurors realize that their evidence might not be very strong (logical)?

3. Get a neo. Use your graphic organizers for your persuasive letters to type a letter.

It must be at least three paragraphs - 4-5 sentences each.

You must provide three strong reasons why the person you are writing to should do what you ask. Provide facts if you can.

EXAMPLE:

Dear Randolph:

Some of your policies are crazy! For instance, in this day and age, to expect students not to have cell phones is asking too much. We need them to travel to and from school for safety, we use it to access information for classes and get in touch with our parents in case of emergencies.......

(then write details about each reason)

Closure

When you are done, spell check and peer edit.

exit Pass

Print and submit.