Rhetorical Analysis

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What is a rhetorical analysis?

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A rhetorical analysis is an essay evaluating the choices made by the author or speaker.

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What should your body paragraphs mainly consist of in a rhetorical analysis?

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Analysis.

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Which verb should NOT be used in the case of analysis?

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Shows.

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What font and size should be used for your MLA formatted rhetorical analysis essay?

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Times New Roman size 12.

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How should a rhetorical analysis be formatted?

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1 intro, 2-6 body paragraphs, 1 conclusion.

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What is the purpose of a rhetorical analysis?

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To evaluate how an author or speaker uses language and techniques to persuade an audience.

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What is text evidence?

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Text evidence refers to specific examples from the text that support your analysis.

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What is the thesis in a rhetorical analysis?

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The thesis is the main argument or claim that you are analyzing.

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What does it mean to analyze a text?

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To analyze a text means to break it down into parts and examine how those parts work together to create meaning.

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What is the role of the introduction in a rhetorical analysis?

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The introduction presents the thesis and outlines the main points of analysis.