Taylor+Y


 * Satire in Society**
 * [|Re4port Finds Troubling Rise in Teen Uranium Enrichment]**

The "news report" is satirical of two things. One is the media concern with Iranian nuclear enrichment and how many blow it off as "just something countries do." Another is the prevalence of teen drug dealing, whereby it is compared to nuclear enrichment.
 * What is the purpose of the piece? **

The satire is subtle, at first. It seems as if it could be a real news source, then progresses into a obviously satirical piece. Strategies use to satire the drug dealing and Iranian nuclear enrichment include the gross exaggeration and false interviews which make the piece humorous.
 * H ow is the purpose being conveyed? **

The significance is that Iranian nuclear enrichment should be seen as more of a serious issue. The Iranian enrichment of nuclear fuel is a serious issue, not just something that countries will do. The Onion intends to bring attention to this by satirizing the enrichment of uranium.
 * What is its significance in our society? **

[|Better Call Saul] The purpose of the speech is to convince the public to hire Saul as their lawyer. He uses a tiger reference to illustrate that he can fight any case for the viewer, even something as odd as illegal tiger possession. The audience is the TV viewing public. As this is a TV commercial, Saul Goodman hoped to capture the attention of those who are in legal trouble or desire to sue someone. In addition, he caters to those whose morals may be lacking; he seems to want to sue anyone and everything possible to make money for himself and his clients. Saul Goodman uses ethos to establish his position as a reputable lawyer. He presents himself as a law expert and thus is worthy to represent a client. "The best defense is still a good offense," Saul says, illustrating his expertise in legal affairs. Another example of this is when he refers to Texan law: "Guess what? Tigers are still legal in Texas." The argument is humorous but not very effective. Yes, a logical fallacy was used. One that stood was his use of the Red Herring fallacy. Instead of focusing attention on his credibility, he directs attention to the odd topic of illegal tiger possession. Even while arguing that he should be the lawyer to represent them, he brings up the fact that Tigers are legal in Texas - and the location of his law firm is in Albuquerque, New Mexico. The argument could have been strengthened if Saul was actually a serious lawyer and gave his credentials to establish real credibility to the audience. Although the commercial was humorous, I wouldn't "Call Saul" based on this commercial.
 * What is the purpose of the speech? Provide a brief statement of context.**
 * Who is the audience?**
 * Which appeal (ethos, pathos, logos) is most prevalent? How do you know?**
 * Is the argument effective? Were any logical fallacies used?**
 * How could the argument have been strengthened?**

This picture, taking in celebration of V-J Day(Victory over Japan Day) is an iconic image that many have seen before. The picture captures the emotions of Americans at the end of WW2, victorious following Japan’s surrender. This excitement is shown primarily by the passionate act of the couple kissing, but it can also be seen by the faces of the nurses in the background to the left, and the cheering sailor to the right. The focal point is the kissing sailor and nurse. The angle of the woman, leaning to the right, leads the viewer’s eyes to the sailor cheerfully walking to the right. The horizontal lines on the street which point to the man also add to this effect, as well as the contrast of the man’s uniform against his surroundings. The buildings in the background are then seen, leading back to the group of nurses.