The Rhetorical Analysis How do I write this

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The Rhetorical Analysis How do I write this thing?

The Rhetorical Analysis How do I write this thing?

The Format Introduction Body Paragraph 1 Body Paragraph 2 Conclusion 4 Paragraphs

The Format Introduction Body Paragraph 1 Body Paragraph 2 Conclusion 4 Paragraphs

The Introduction 4+ Sentences • Grabber • Relates to claim/topic of the essay •

The Introduction 4+ Sentences • Grabber • Relates to claim/topic of the essay • Elements of SOASPSTone • This is your background information put into 2+ sentences • Thesis • States Henry's claim and the devices he uses to achieve his purpose.

The Introduction – Thesis Statement In his/her (form of communication) the (writer/speaker) letter, speech,

The Introduction – Thesis Statement In his/her (form of communication) the (writer/speaker) letter, speech, essay, article and title author's or speaker's name employs (device) and (device) in order to rhetorical questions, repetition, parallelism, etc. (strong verb + author's claim/purpose ) inspire, assert, suggest, examine, encourage

The Introduction – Thesis Statement In his speech "I Have a Dream " Martin

The Introduction – Thesis Statement In his speech "I Have a Dream " Martin Luther King Jr. Employs repetition and allusionsin order to advance his ideals for equality in hopes that one day people of all races can live together in racial harmony.

Analysis Paragraph Structure The analysis paragraph is similar to the basic SEE Set structure

Analysis Paragraph Structure The analysis paragraph is similar to the basic SEE Set structure paragraph, in that: • A well-developed paragraph is two or more WWH sets expanded; however, you need to use a TOPIC SENTENCE at the beginning and a CONCLUDING SENTENCE at the end. • Topic Sentence-Statement that clarifies your analysis for the paragraph • WWH Set-What/Where/How of your 1 st piece of evidence • WWH Set-What/Where/How of your 2 nd piece of evidence • Concluding Sentence-Commentary that ties these WWH sets back to your topic sentence.

Writing WWH Sets: Analysis Writing WWH set is for analysis essays when analyzing an

Writing WWH Sets: Analysis Writing WWH set is for analysis essays when analyzing an author’s argument or purpose. • W: What strategy/device is the author using? • W: Where is this strategy/device being used? (textual evidence) • H: How does the author use this device/strategy effectively in order to further the piece?

Example WWH Set In Martin Luther King Jr’s “I Have a Dream” speech, he

Example WWH Set In Martin Luther King Jr’s “I Have a Dream” speech, he utilizes an allusion to the Declaration of Independence to convey his ideas about equal rights and generate change in the treatment of African Americans. Specifically, Dr. King quotes this iconic American document when he declares that “[t]his note was a promise that all black men, yes black men as well as white men, would be guaranteed the ‘unalienable rights’ of ‘Life, Liberty, and the Pursuit of Happiness. ’” By alluding to the cornerstone and foundational work of the United States government, he effectively conveys the fact that African Americans were not receiving the justices and liberties granted to them by the Declaration of Independence and demands these “unalienable rights” for all people, not just white men.

Final thoughts • Remember to go beyond stating what and where the device/strategy is

Final thoughts • Remember to go beyond stating what and where the device/strategy is in the piece. ANALYZE how it is effective and why it contributes to the overall piece as a whole. • Be sure to connect your WWH sets using transitional words and/or phrases to make smooth transitions—this will help your points show relationships and flow together nicely.