Referential Paper Assignment
Write a 1000 word referential paper in which you compare and contrast two periodical articles that are written on a similar topic. Choose non-fiction articles and include a copy of each with your paper.
Suggested format:
Paragraph 1-summarize and state thesis of essay #1 (100 words maximum)
Paragraph 2-summarize and state thesis of essay #2 (100 words maximum)
Paragraph 3-discuss and give examples of the purpose(s) in each essay (expressive, literary, persuasive, referential)
Paragraph 4-discuss and give examples of the patterns of organization in each essay (narration, description, evaluation, classification, comparison/contrast)
Paragraph 5-objectively evaluate the essays stating which is better written and explain why (or you may explain how both are equally well-written).