Assignment:
Write an explanatory essay in which you discuss how and why two sources were written differently. Specifically, you’ll examine these sources from a rhetorical perspective as you explore their goals and strategies.
In a 1,000-word essay, explain how two articles are written differently about the same topic. Specifically, how do they present their ideas? What kinds of rhetorical choices do they make? What vocabulary do they use? How long are their articles? What pictures have they chosen? What are the political implications for both articles?
Articles:
https://www.newyorker.com/magazine/2023/09/25/the-covid-bump
Covid Vaccines: An Update on Balancing Risks and Benefits
Types of Content:
In your essay, you might discuss questions of style and tone, vocabulary, background knowledge, sensitivity to different topics, initial beliefs (mythos), structure and more. If it relates to how these news sources and articles are presented, then it will work this project.
Organization:
This essay must include an introduction, thesis statement, body paragraphs with topic sentences, and a conclusion. (Thesis sentence must be at the end of the intro paragraph.)
Purpose:
This assignment gives you the chance to practice organizing complex ideas, structure your paragraphs, and practice your mastery of academic English. This essay should demonstrate your understanding of essay structure and standardized language.
Requirements:
1,000-word essay, MLA Format, word count
Assessment:
Your essay will be assessed based on its prompt compliance, structure, style/tone, and mechanics.
