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The Grapes of Wrath by John Steinbeck

The Grapes of Wrath by John Steinbeck. Exploring Media for Social Change. Learning Objectives:. Students will be able to: Identify various rhetorical devices (including Ethos, Pathos, Logos, Anaphora, Alliteration etc.); Analyze the function of each device in an attempt to answer the EQ.

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The Grapes of Wrath by John Steinbeck

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  1. The Grapes of Wrath by John Steinbeck Exploring Media for Social Change

  2. Learning Objectives: Students will be able to: • Identify various rhetorical devices (including Ethos, Pathos, Logos, Anaphora, Alliteration etc.); Analyze the function of each device in an attempt to answer the EQ • Identify various biblical and historical allusions throughout GOW • and other political texts; Analyze the purpose and function of those allusions • Write and deliver their own persuasive speech using a variety of rhetorical methods discussed through the unit [“Now is the Time…”] in order to demonstrate and internalize their understanding of the EQ

  3. Essential Questions: • What inspires people to stand up for their rights? • What inspires people to stand up for the rights of others?

  4. William Lester,The Three Crosses1935-1936 Visual Analysis Description Interpretation Speculation • Deconstructing the traditional notion of Christianity through the symbolism of regrowth, rebirth and resurrection • These concepts parallel Jim Casy’s (JC) revolutionary philosophy throughout The Grapes of Wrath For what purpose would an artist utilize Christian symbols to make a political statement?

  5. Making Connections: Practice sourcing, contextualizing and close reading 1930’s Grapes of Wrath 1950’s-present day Listen to part of MLK’s “Our God is Marching On!” speech Read and analyze excerpted transcript also looking closely at rhetorical devices, including anaphora, ethos, pathos and biblical/historical allusions Listen to part of President Obama’s acceptance speech “The American Promise” Read and analyze following the same guidelines • Read excerpt from Ch. 25 of The Grapes of Wrath • Listen to and read lyrics to “The Battle Hymn of the Republic”; Discuss and analyze the function and purpose of rhythm, direct and indirect Biblical references Why are these rhetorical devices so effective? How might these texts inspire Americans to take action and stand up for their rights and/or the rights of others?

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