Bias Rhetorical Devices and Argumentation found in the speech Citizen Kane 1941
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This speech is full of bias, fallacies and rhetorical devices. From the very start of this speech, Kane uses bias against the governor Jim W. Gettys. The campaigner says “rid the politics of this state of the evil domination of Boss Jim Gettys.” This is showing that Kane is using political bias. The campaigner makes Kane out to be the ally for the common man. The campaigner clearly has an argument but no facts to support his claim.
“With one purpose only: to point out and make public the dishonesty, the downright villainy of Boss Jim W. Gettys.” This statement is bias and uses the rhetorical device Hyperbole. Some would say that it is an exaggeration.
“I had no campaign promises, because until a few weeks ago I had no hope of being elected.” This is an argument that has no facts to support it.
“Now however, I have something more than hope. And Jim Gettys – Jim Gettys has something less than a chance.” This is an argument that has no supporting facts and it is also the fallacy Ad Hominen.
“The working man – The working man and the slum child know they can expect my best efforts in their interests.” This statement is ethnic bias. I also think it is the rhetorical device Paradox.
“The decent, ordinary citizens know that I’ll do everything in my power to protect the underprivileged, the underpaid, and the underfed.” This statement is the rhetorical device Alliteration. I also feel that this statement continues the ethnic bias.
“Well, I’d make my promises now if I weren’t too busy arranging to keep them.” This statement is the rhetorical device Paradox.
I am not sure of what rhetorical device it would be but I am pretty sure that making promises is a rhetorical device of some sort.
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To identify bias, rhetorical devices, and argumentation in the speech from the movie "Citizen Kane" released in 1941, you would need to analyze the dialogue and language used by the characters. Here's a step-by-step approach to finding examples of bias, rhetorical devices, and argumentation in the speech:
1. Watch/analyze the speech: Identify the specific speech or dialogues in the movie that you want to analyze. Pay attention to the speaker, context, and purpose of the speech within the movie.
2. Identify subjective language: Look for words or phrases that suggest a biased perspective. Common examples of subjective language include strong evaluative adjectives, emotionally charged words, or language that promotes a particular point of view. Note down any instances where the speaker expresses their opinions or favors a specific position.
3. Analyze rhetorical devices: Rhetorical devices are techniques used to persuade or influence an audience. Look for patterns such as repetition, metaphors, analogies, allusions, hyperbole, or any other figures of speech that create an impact. Note down the specific examples of these devices used in the speech and consider their effect on the overall meaning or persuasion.
4. Identify logical fallacies: Logical fallacies are errors in reasoning that weaken an argument. Look for any instances where the speaker may use faulty logic in their statements. Common examples include ad hominem attacks (attacking the person instead of their argument), straw man arguments (misrepresenting the opponent's position), or appeal to emotion without any logical basis.
5. Analyze the overall argumentation: Determine the main argument or message being conveyed in the speech. Is the speaker trying to persuade, inform, or entertain? Consider the structure of the argument, evidence provided (if any), and the speaker's overall purpose.
6. Interpret the speech: Once you have identified examples of bias, rhetorical devices, and argumentation in the speech, interpret their significance. Assess how these elements contribute to the overall effectiveness or impact of the speech. Consider the speaker's motives, intentions, and the intended audience’s potential reactions.
By following this approach, you can systematically analyze the speech, identify instances of bias, rhetorical devices, and argumentation, and understand how they contribute to the message and persuasion in "Citizen Kane" (1941).