Rant Assignment

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Description
Popularized by Canadian comedian, Rick Mercer, a rant is the sister to the soliloquy (monologue)
and distant cousin of debate; it is an individual self-expression, or more simply put, an opinion. It
is something that the ranter thinks should be known, and theyre not afraid to tell you about it.
A rant is usually done with wit and humour, at the same time expressing a position, a stance, or an
issue that you think is important. The viewers should be entertained, but at the same time are left
with a lasting impression about the topic. A good rant usually includes the following:
A
topic that is current the topic should not be threatening, not include profanity or malign an
individual or organizations reputation;
Clear and concise message;
Effectively convinces the audience of your opinion;
Clear structure:
Intro Establish the topic of the rant
Middle Provides a challenging statement which makes the listener/viewer think.The
AHA! moment;
End Wrap up with a statement that leaves the listener/viewer with an understanding of the
topic.
Source: Memorial University - http://www.mun.ca/rant/
Purpose
To apply knowledge and concept attainment from unit four in a culminating task;
To demonstrate democratic participation.
Task
Your task is to plan, develop and create a one to two minute Rant about one of the issues raised
in the unit.
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Instructions
During this activity, you will work in groups of three or four to plan, write, create and present a one to
two minute Rant that will address access to information laws. In your group, consider issues that
have been addressed in this unit.
Steps
1. Topic Selection. Choose from one of the access to information topics addressed in the readings:

government spending;
Office of the Prime Minister;
health;
education;
environment;
labour;
freedom of information laws;
your own idea please see teacher for approval.
2. Planning. Use the Planning Your Rant handout to outline your Rant.
3. C
reate. Create your rant and present it to the class for teacher evaluation. If you have access
to a DVD camera and are comfortable with its use, you may want to videotape your Rant.
Assessment
Planning Your Rant Outline
Evaluation
Rant Rubric (Appendix 4.15)
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Culminating Task: Planning Your Rant

Use the following guidelines and questions to help you plan and develop your Rant.
1. My topic is: _______________________________________
2. My purpose is: _____________________________________
3. My audience is: ____________________________________
4. My research collection (facts that I have learned to give my Rant credibility):
Source
Source
Source
Source
5. For each point, you may provide encouragement, hints and/or cautions. For example, use the
following starter statements at various times in your rant.

Dont worry if
Make sure you
If you feel
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6. Check off the stylistic devices you plan to use:

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allusion
alliteration
anecdote
effective repetition
facts
humour
hypothetical scenario
illustrative example
metaphor
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personification
quotation
rhetorical question
satire
simile
statistics
word invention
other
7. What visuals/props will you use?

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8. Decide on the following:

Tone;
Volume;
Emphasis;
Variation in speed;
Repetition.
9. Decide on the mannerisms and/or actions that might accompany your Rant. Use facial
expressions and body language to convey your message effectively.
10. Practice, practice, practice!
11. Present your Rant to the class for evaluation. If you have access to a DVD camera and are
comfortable with its use, you may want to videotape your Rant.
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APPENDIX 4.

Resource for Grade 11*12 Teachers

Information and Privacy Commissioner of Ontario, Canada September 2011

Resource for Grade 11*12 Teachers

Information and Privacy Commissioner of Ontario, Canada September 2011

Culminating Task: Planning Your Rant

Resource for Grade 11*12 Teachers

Information and Privacy Commissioner of Ontario, Canada September 2011

6. Check off the stylistic devices you plan to use:

7. What visuals/props will you use?

Resource for Grade 11*12 Teachers

Information and Privacy Commissioner of Ontario, Canada September 2011

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