Analyzing Jordan's "All Together Now" Speech
Grade 12th Grade · ELA · 45 min· Trace And Evaluate The Argument And Specific Claims In A Text, Assessing Whether The Evidence Is Relevant And Sufficient To Support The Claims.
What's Included
Learning Objective
I can evaluate the effectiveness of Barbara Jordan's arguments in "All Together Now" by analyzing her use of evidence.
Warm-Up Video
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Barbara Jordan, Democratic National Convention Keynote Speech, 1976, part 1
Guided Notes
3 key concepts
- 1
Barbara Jordan's keynote address marked a significant moment as she acknowledged being a keynote speaker, which was unusual for a Black woman at that time.
- 2
Jordan states that she could list problems and attack Republicans, but instead wants to focus on solutions and the future of America.
- 3
The Democratic party's concept of governing is rooted in the belief of equality for all, regardless of background, and that government should remove obstacles to individual achievement.
Practice Questions
6 questions · Multiple choice & Short answer
Exit Ticket
Quick comprehension check
“Identify one specific claim Barbara Jordan makes about the Democratic Party in her speech. Then, describe the evidence she uses to support this claim. Is this evidence effective in persuading the audience? Explain why or why not.”
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