Rhetorical Analysis Final Draft by McIntire, Collin

Audience

cmcintire1_1 — 2024-10-26 21:00:30 UTC

The audience for the document includes policymakers, climate scientists, environmental activists, and the general public interested in understanding the impacts of climate change and extreme weather events.

Purpose

cmcintire1_1 — 2024-10-26 21:01:55 UTC

The purpose of the document is to raise awareness about the relationship between climate change and extreme weather events, emphasizing the need for urgent action in both mitigation and adaptation strategies.

Pathos

cmcintire1_1 — 2024-10-26 21:03:11 UTC

The appeal to pathos in the document is evident through the emotional impact of highlighting the human toll of extreme weather events, such as the 68,000 deaths and significant financial losses from disasters in 2010. By presenting personal stories and statistics related to suffering and loss, it evokes feelings of urgency and compassion, motivating the audience to take action against climate change.

Context

cmcintire1_1 — 2024-10-26 21:04:25 UTC

The context provided in the document includes an overview of the rising frequency and intensity of extreme weather events linked to climate change, supported by evidence from theory, modeling, and observation. It discusses historical events, such as heat waves and heavy downpours, to illustrate the real-world impacts of climate change on society.

Logos

cmcintire1_1 — 2024-10-26 21:05:07 UTC

The appeal to logos in the document is demonstrated through the logical argument that individual weather events cannot be directly attributed to climate change, as climate change is defined by long-term trends rather than single occurrences. It presents statistical evidence showing that the long-term rise in global temperatures correlates with an increase in extreme weather events over decades.

Ethos/Credibility

cmcintire1_1 — 2024-10-26 21:06:26 UTC

The appeal to ethos in the document is established through the credibility of the sources and experts cited, which include climate scientists and reputable organizations that provide data and research on climate change. By referencing established theories and empirical evidence, the argument gains authority and trustworthiness, reinforcing the importance of the claims made.

Bias

cmcintire1_1 — 2024-10-26 21:07:01 UTC

The document may exhibit biases such as a strong emphasis on the negative impacts of climate change, potentially downplaying any positive aspects or adaptive capacities that could arise from changing climate conditions. It may also reflect a bias towards advocating for immediate action and intervention, which could overlook alternative viewpoints or solutions that prioritize economic growth or technological innovation over regulatory measures.

Audience

cmcintire1_1 — 2024-10-26 21:32:10 UTC

The primary audience for this document includes policymakers, climate scientists, and the general public interested in climate change and its impacts.

Purpose

cmcintire1_1 — 2024-10-26 21:32:46 UTC

The purpose of the document is to critically analyze the effectiveness and implications of using extreme weather attribution claims in climate policy. It seeks to encourage a more nuanced understanding of the relationship between climate change and severe weather, advocating for responsible and informed climate action.

Pathos

cmcintire1_1 — 2024-10-26 21:33:13 UTC

The document appeals to pathos by invoking a sense of moral responsibility and urgency regarding climate change impacts on vulnerable populations. It highlights the ethical implications of climate inaction, aiming to evoke emotional responses that motivate individuals and policymakers to take action.

Context

cmcintire1_1 — 2024-10-26 21:33:42 UTC

The context includes the ongoing global discourse on climate change, characterized by scientific debates, public concern, and political action. The document situates itself within this broader conversation, responding to the challenges of effectively communicating the complexities of climate science to diverse audiences.

Logos

cmcintire1_1 — 2024-10-26 21:33:54 UTC

The document employs logos by presenting logical arguments and evidence regarding the relationship between anthropogenic climate change and extreme weather events. It discusses the scientific basis for attribution claims and the rationale for implementing climate policies based on these findings.

Ethos/Credibility

cmcintire1_1 — 2024-10-26 21:34:30 UTC

The document establishes ethos by referencing credible scientific research and expert opinions on climate change and attribution science. By grounding its arguments in established knowledge and ethical considerations, it seeks to build trust and authority with its audience.

Bias

cmcintire1_1 — 2024-10-26 21:34:45 UTC

The document exhibits a bias towards advocating for proactive climate policies and the moral imperative to address climate change. It emphasizes the urgency of action and the ethical responsibilities of individuals and governments, potentially downplaying alternative perspectives that may advocate for different approaches to climate issues.

Audience

cmcintire1_1 — 2024-10-26 21:38:36 UTC

The primary audience for this document includes researchers, climate scientists, policymakers, and professionals in the fields of climate science and global reinsurance. It may also appeal to educators and students interested in understanding extreme weather events and their implications for society.

Purpose

cmcintire1_1 — 2024-10-26 21:39:04 UTC

The purpose of the document is to provide a framework for classifying, diagnosing, and understanding extreme weather and climate events. It aims to facilitate future research and discussions in climate science and global reinsurance.

Pathos

cmcintire1_1 — 2024-10-26 21:39:35 UTC

The document evokes concern for human safety and societal well-being by highlighting the potential damage, injury, and loss of life caused by extreme weather events. It emphasizes the vulnerability of communities, particularly in coastal and urban areas.

Context

cmcintire1_1 — 2024-10-26 21:40:05 UTC

The context includes the ongoing challenges posed by climate change, urbanization, and population growth, which contribute to the vulnerability of societies to extreme weather events. It reflects a growing awareness of the need for comprehensive strategies to address these challenges.

Logos

cmcintire1_1 — 2024-10-26 21:40:18 UTC

The document employs logical reasoning by presenting statistical methods for understanding extreme events and discussing their classification and diagnosis. It aims to provide a structured approach to analyzing the complexities of these events.

Ethos/Credibility

cmcintire1_1 — 2024-10-26 21:41:00 UTC

The document establishes credibility by being authored by David B. Stephenson, a knowledgeable figure in climate science. It references established research and frameworks, enhancing its authority in the field.

Bias

cmcintire1_1 — 2024-10-26 21:41:13 UTC

The document may exhibit a bias towards emphasizing the risks and vulnerabilities associated with extreme weather events, potentially underrepresenting any positive aspects or resilience strategies. It focuses on the need for research and understanding, which may reflect a particular perspective on climate change and its impacts.

Audience

cmcintire1_1 — 2024-11-03 23:17:47 UTC

As with all the other sources, the audience is the general public, as well as researchers, and climate professionals.

Purpose

cmcintire1_1 — 2024-11-03 23:27:29 UTC

The purpose of this document is to analyze and explain the effects of extreme weather and how they are connected to greenhouse gases and climate change, and to show the continued importance of this problem.

Pathos

cmcintire1_1 — 2024-11-03 23:31:36 UTC

The article makes clear ties to the reader, highlighting how it isn't a problem for future people, but rather for us, right now. This gives the reader an emotional connection to the topic, as none of us want to have to deal with extreme weather and their consequences.

Context

cmcintire1_1 — 2024-11-03 23:40:38 UTC

The context that the article provides explains about how a lack of certainty about weather events many years ago has changed, and now scientists are certain about the impacts and their detrimental effects on the world.

Logos

cmcintire1_1 — 2024-11-04 00:01:18 UTC

This article uses statistical reasoning to provide a basis for a logical argument. In addition, they apply facts from recent research and compare it to research that was done in the past 20 years. This type of cross-comparison builds a firm foundation in which to analyze facts.

Ethos/Credibility

cmcintire1_1 — 2024-11-04 00:10:29 UTC

This article references the well-known organization Climate Central, using facts and interviews from them to support their own observations. They also pull varied evidence from around the world to create a more widespread and credible argument that can be used to craft an accurate narrative.

Bias

cmcintire1_1 — 2024-11-04 00:12:34 UTC

The article places a strong emphasis on the importance of negating climate change, possibly forgetting any good aspects or capacities that may come about from changing conditions.

Audience

cmcintire1_1 — 2024-11-04 00:14:38 UTC

The audience that may be interested in this topic are most likely going to be amateur researchers or students. It doesn't provide the extensive amount of information that some people may be looking for.

Purpose

cmcintire1_1 — 2024-11-04 00:17:41 UTC

The purpose of this NASA article is to provide a basic understanding of the issue of climate change and how it affects the weather in our lives, now and moving forward.

Pathos

cmcintire1_1 — 2024-11-04 00:23:00 UTC

This small article doesn't provide much content to work off of, but it does mention that current human-made drainage systems cannot keep up with the amount of flooding and precipitation that new storms bring, which could lead readers to worry about their own homes and how that may impact their personal lives.

Context

cmcintire1_1 — 2024-11-04 00:24:46 UTC

This article provides context from the Industrial Revolution, saying that greenhouse gases have been burned consistently since then, leading to the increasingly large issue that is presented.

Logos

cmcintire1_1 — 2024-11-04 00:41:07 UTC

NASA uses data from its own vast databases, as well as that of the IPCC's, to craft a slideshow of important, easy to access and understandable information. NASA is known for being a reliable source of aeronautical data, and weather falls under that category. It also aims to give a structured approach to analyzing how complex these events are.

Ethos/Credibility

cmcintire1_1 — 2024-11-04 00:44:36 UTC

NASA is a well-known, widely trusted, and highly respected administration devoted to the study of the atmosphere (and space). They have decades of experience in the field, and because of this, they have authority in their respective area.

Bias

cmcintire1_1 — 2024-11-04 00:48:31 UTC

This article doesn't seem to portray an inherent bias towards anything. However, as a large percentage of the population doesn't believe in climate change, the article appears to skip over those who may not fully believe in this issue. Because of this, facts are presented to an audience that knows that climate change is a real, pressing issue in today's society.

cmcintire1_1 — 2024-11-06 00:50:06 UTC

Landau, Meryl Davids. "The Link between Extreme Weather and Climate Change Has Never Been More Clear." National Geographic, 10 June 2024, www.nationalgeographic.com/science/article/scientists-accurately-pinpoint-climate-contribution-extreme-weatherLinks to an external site..

“Extreme Weather and Climate Change.” NASA, 2024, science.nasa.gov/climate-change/extreme-weather/Links to an external site..
Huber, Daniel G., and Jay Gulledge. Extreme weather and climate change: Understanding the link, managing the risk. Arlington: Pew Center on Global Climate Change, 2011.
Janković, Vladimir, and David M. Schultz. "Atmosfear: Communicating the effects of climate change on extreme weather." Weather, Climate, and Society 9.1 (2017): 27-37.
Stephenson, David B., H. F. Diaz, and R. J. Murnane. "Definition, diagnosis, and origin of extreme weather and climate events." Climate extremes and society 340 (2008): 11-23.