Read “The World of Doublespeak” (see upload file Bedford Chapter 10, p337-343)
and watch the video1/3 “How Language Is Used to Deceive You”
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8ZpIv7T8oEY
In addition to reading Williams Lutz’s “The World of Doublespeak”, watch the video2/3 interview where he discusses his ideas in more detail.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m6KDsuui0AI
In addition to the interview with William Lutz, watch the short video3/3 on political doublespeak.
Instructions: Write an essay which incorporates argument and persuasion of your point of view,
• Discuss the importance of doublespeak in our public and private lives today.
• Consider times when you have experienced doublespeak and/or when you have had to use doublespeak either at work, in any public situation, or in your private life with family or friends.
• Select two examples from Lutz’s essay and/or video that support your point of view—agreement or disagreement—with the idea that doublespeak is a necessity in life today.
• Type your essay in MLA format. Use an objective voice which is outside the situation. That means, avoid the use of “Iâ€. Cite Lutz twice in MLA format.
• Include a Works Cited list at the end of your essay
• Minimum word count: 1500