Rhetorical Analysis Essay

Using the Ch. 6 “Guide to Writing a Rhetorical Analysis” write an “academic argument” (Ch. 17) in which you make a claim that demonstrates “how an argument works and [assesses the] effectiveness” (pg112) of your chosen text.

Topic: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H14bBuluwB8

Claim: In order for students to succeed, they need to foster perseverance and grit. 

Requirements:

• Clear claim (thesis) (pg115-116)
• Clear evidence for the claim (pg116)
• Effective organization and style (pg116-117)
• Accurate spelling, punctuation, mechanics, documentation, and format (pg117)
  • Minimum 4 quotes from source (any length)
  • Minimum 1 quote from chapter 6
  • MLA Works Cited List correctly formatted
  • Length: 3-4 pages
  • Formatting: 12-point font, 1-inch margins, Title (unique), Name on document