Mastering Rhetorical Analysis: Principles & Techniques

Mastering Rhetorical Analysis: Principles & Techniques

Rhetorical Analysis (RA) Shorts

English 350Nancy Armstrong-Sanchez

Rhetorical Analysis (RA) Shorts ~~

Worth 8 points each

Directions: Using the principles of analysis listed below, construct a Rhetorical Analysis for assigned readings/films/events.

https://www.npr.org/sections/codeswitch/2013/04/13/177126294/five-reasons-why-people-code-switch

The directions in the Weekly Folders will guide you towards the use of different tools of Rhetorical Analysis. For example, RA 1 will focus on examining “Purpose” & “Audience.” Please see questions listed on pp 2. to help you develop your analysis for each RA.

For each RA, students will follow MLA formatting and include at least one direct quote and/or paraphrase + “Works Cited” page. For MLA formatting and citation guidance, please see the materials listed on…