Purpose To Study One Ad As An Argument: What Is The Ad's Mai

Purpose To Study One Ad As Anargumentwhat Are The Ads Major Claims

To study one ad as an argument. What are the ad's major CLAIMS? What is the ad's EVIDENCE for each claim? What are the WARRANTS that underlie the ad's argument? What are the limitations of those warrants? (In other words, the COUNTER Argument) The paper length should be 4-5 pages in MLA format.

The grade for this paper will be based on the following criteria: Clarity of Analysis: that you state your findings in an understandable and logical manner, and that you relate them clearly to your support. Quality of Support: that you consider your remarks as assertions. In other words, show me that you're right. This means referring specifically to the ad's data in order to argue your own position. Hopefully, you will maximize your amount of support.

Quality of Counter Argument: you won't have traditional "support" for your attack on the advertisement, but you will have arguments. Your job will be to demonstrate the problems with the ad's reasoning; this will require clarity of expression, the use of examples, and a certain depth of analysis.

CONSIDERATIONS WHEN WRITING: Use topic sentences for every paragraph. Use specific detail as evidence. Connect evidence to the claim. Use multiple pieces of support in the warrant attacks. I already have Warrants and claims you just need to write the paper. I also have the ad chosen so I will send you a picture. Pay close attention to the ad's detail.

DUE SUNDAY NOVEMBER 22, 2015 AT 8pm Latest 10 pm

Paper For Above instruction

The task of analyzing an advertisement as an argument requires a nuanced understanding of its claims, evidence, warrants, and potential limitations. This paper undertakes a critical examination of a specific ad, deciphering its persuasive elements and identifying the underlying reasoning that supports its message. Such an analysis not only enhances our comprehension of advertising strategies but also fosters critical thinking about the ways in which ads construct arguments to influence their audiences.

The chosen ad (which will be examined in detail once provided) makes several major claims intended to persuade viewers of a particular product, service, or idea. Each claim is supported by evidence, which can include statistical data, emotional appeals, endorsements, or visual cues. The strength of these claims depends on the robustness of their evidence and the validity of the warrants linking the evidence to the claim.

For example, if the ad claims that a certain brand of toothpaste results in whiter teeth, its evidence might include before-and-after photos or testimonials. The warrant behind this claim would be that the visual transformation or testimonial genuinely reflects the toothpaste's efficacy. However, limitations could include the anecdotal nature of testimonials or the lack of scientific verification.

Furthermore, the ad employs warrants—assumptions or general principles that justify linking evidence to claims. These warrants often rely on accepted societal beliefs or implicit logic. For instance, the assumption that "smiling with white teeth is attractive" underpins the claim that the toothpaste can improve appearance and confidence.

Counter arguments challenge the validity or universality of these warrants. For instance, one might argue that the visual evidence is manipulated or that the warrant that "white teeth directly contribute to attractiveness" varies depending on cultural or individual differences. Identifying these limitations exposes potential weaknesses in the ad's argumentative structure.

Throughout this analysis, I will employ clear topic sentences to organize each paragraph, integrate specific evidence from the ad, and connect this evidence to the underlying claims and warrants. Additionally, multiple pieces of support will be used to critically evaluate the ad's reasoning, highlighting strengths and weaknesses. This structured approach will demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of the ad’s persuasive strategies and critical assessment of its argumentative validity.

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