Assignment Task:
First Draft of a Rhetorical Analysis (ONL)
Goal: Write a 750-1,000 word rhetorical analysis essay of one of the assigned topics.
Directions:
Write a 750-1,000 word rhetorical analysis essay from the list of subjects from the Topic Rhetorical Analysis Topic List.
1. Analyze rhetorical appeals (e.g. ethos, logos, pathos) and rhetorical situation (audience, context, purpose, and genre)
2. Provide evidence from your chosen subject the text to support your points.
3. Your analysis should include at least TWO sources to support your analysis.
4. Explain how the evidence represents the rhetorical appeal. Want Online Tutoring?
5. Evaluate the effectiveness of the appeals based on the rhetorical situation. This will require explanation.
Your essay will require:
1. An introduction that includes a summary to introduce the subject and a thesis statement.
2. At least three body paragraphs with topic sentences, evidence, and analysis.
3. A conclusion.
4. A references page that includes the subject you are analyzing. Any additional sources must also be cited and placed on the references page.
The final draft of this assignment uses a rubric. Please review the attached rubric prior to beginning the assignment to become familiar with the expectations for successful completion of the assignment.
Prepare this assignment according to the guidelines found in the APA Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center.
Note: Word count excludes title page and references page.
First Draft Grading: First drafts are graded based on completion credit, not the quality of the work. Grades on first drafts may not reflect or predict the final draft grade.