Assignment Task: Explain the main argument made by the writer or the "big idea" of the piece.
Rhetorical explanation:
A. How did the author use logos, pathos or ethos to successfully support the argument? Use specific examples from the text.
B. Was there any evidence of unbalanced or false rhetoric (fallacies)? If so, explain.
C. What other rhetorical moves (analogies, definitions, causations, evaluations, rebuttals, proposals) did you notice the writer making?
D. What attracted attention in the argument or writing? What will be remembered about this piece?
E. Any questions do you have after reading this? How could the author have better informed you about this topic?
F. What experiences shape the way one may see or understand this piece?