week 13 L
Question Description
This week we are discussing a wonderful TED talk by the Turkish author Elif Shafak; she discusses the importance and complexities of our identities as global citizens.
After you have watched the short TED Talk, respond to the following questions:
- What is Shafak’s thesis or main argument?
- What does Shafak use to back up her claims? What kind of examples does she share with her audience?
- Does Shafak try to appeal to your logic, your emotions or both? Think about the big three rhetorical strategies (ethos, pathos, logos) and discuss: Does Shafak effectively appeal to her audience? (Remember to use specific examples.)
- Do you agree wither her statement that there are no binaries in politics, in emotions, and in identities? What does her statement: “One should never, ever remain silent for fear of complexity” mean to you?
- What was your biggest takeaway or AHA moment from this Talk? What interested you or surprised you the most?
“The Revolutionary Power of Diverse Thought” | Elif Shafak
Requirements:
- Your initial response should be 150-300 words per question.
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