Purpose and Rhetoric: Analyzing Civil Disobedience

Learn about the rhetorical techniques used by Henry David Thoreau in his influential essay "Civil Disobedience."  In this interactive tutorial, you'll cover some important background information on Thoreau and this classic essay, examine his purpose for writing, and identify his use of specific rhetorical techniques, including the use of allusions, metaphors, and rhetorical questions.
Resource ID#: 124073 Type: Original Student Tutorial
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Subject(s): English Language Arts
Grade Level(s): 11, 12
Intended Audience: Students
Instructional Time: 45 Minute(s)
Keywords: English Language Arts, Henry David Thoreau, Civil Disobedience, rhetoric, rhetorical techniques, imagery, interactive, tutorials, elearning, e-learning, allusions, metaphors, antithesis, ELA, transcendentalists, literary nonfiction, rhetorical questions, English, Language Arts, informational text, nonfiction, elearning
Instructional Component Type(s): Original Student Tutorial
Resource Collection: Original Student Tutorials for Language Arts - Grades 6-12

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