English Question

Discussion: Evaluating Rhetorical Analysis Essays

In the previous discussion, you introduced yourself to your classmates and learned about rhetoric and the rhetorical situation. In this discussion, you’ll read and evaluate sample rhetorical analysis essays.

Your Post (Due Wednesday):

After reading the rhetorical analysis essays in choose one and analyze its effectiveness. As you work, consider questions like the following:

  • Which essay was the most interesting or surprising? Why?
  • In your opinion, what did the writer do well in their analysis?
  • What were the weaknesses in the essay?
  • If this was your essay, what would you change?
  • Lastly, do you have any questions or concerns about the rhetorical analysis so far?

Write up your analysis and submit it as a reply to this discussion.


Discussion Responses (Due Sunday)

Read your classmates’ posts and choose one to respond to. Do you agree with your classmate’s assessment of the example essay’s strengths and weaknesses? Respond to your classmate’s questions about the rhetorical analysis. Do you feel confused about the same things? Can you help to answer their questions?

Requirements: 400

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