Overview
This assignment requires you to analyze Viola Davis’s “2015 Emmy Acceptance Speech” for its persuasive effects in terms of its quality of expression.
Procedure
Watch the Viola Davis Acceptance Speech video and read at least one newspaper report from the day after the speech. Cite the newspaper report and any relevant scholarly sources that help you with the evaluation.
Analyze the language style of the speech, and explain why it added to the persuasiveness of the argument. Be careful not to confuse delivery with word choice; the language style, of course, is not unrelated to the manner of delivery, but focuses more on language than performance.
Submission Requirements
Save your paper as, “LASTNAME_FIRSTNAME_CAS100C.”
The paper should be 500-600 words, or about two pages in length.
Papers should be Word-processed, in Times New Roman with 12-point font and indented paragraphs.
Papers must be free from typographical and spelling mistakes. Errors of grammar, syntax, and composition affect the assignment grade. Include a word count in your submission.
Please complete the Lesson 10 assignment in a single Word document and submit it to complete the assignment.
Grading
You will be assessed based on your accuracy and completion of the activity. Be sure to complete all parts and subparts of the assignment.
Rubric
General Lessons Rubric (60 Points)
General Lessons Rubric (60 Points)
Criteria Ratings Pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeDepth and thought in the submission
Students are expected to carefully consider assignments and write responses that reveal engagement in the concepts and appreciation for critical consideration of the questions being asked. Therefore, assignments that only tell what, how and why will not be scored as highly.
Assignments should include in-text references to course readings– with MLA or APA style citations.
20 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeCompletely addresses assignment prompt
Student’s response should:
– Draw from and incorporate the reading assigned to the lesson
– Use additional research for added clarity and dimension
– Answer each portion of the prompt fully
– Explore creative and original possibilities
30 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeGrammatical precision
As this is a communication course, students will be expected to communicate effectively and eloquently in all written assignments. All students should approach each writing assignment with precision in grammar, spelling, and general sentence structure. Assignments should be written in full-sentences and paragraphs. Professionalism is a must. MLA or APA citation style.
10 pts
Total Points: 60