• 12 to 15 Page Analytical Essay

12 to 15 pages, not counting the Works Cited page. You will choose a public figure or a company and thoroughly analyze his, her, or its rhetoric in context. Your paper should contain the following:

1. A thesis statement that identifies your figure's main argument and supporting claims that will be the focus of your paper; (when you write the thesis statement send it to me so I can know this essay is going the right path.)
2. Relevant historical or political context that readers need to know in order to understand your analysis;
3. A thorough analysis of your figure's rhetorical strategies (that is, how s/he is attempting to persuade their audience, and for what purpose). Use quotes and examples from your figure's speeches, writings, or interviews to support your analysis;
4. A thorough evaluation of the persuasive value of his or her rhetoric--is it persuasive? Is it truthful? Deceitful? Explain why you find it persuasive or unpersuasive and truthful or deceitful (or a combination).
5. A substantive discussion of the significance of this figure and why understanding this person's rhetoric is important.

Your paper should have the following additional features:
1. It must contain at least one primary source of rhetoric from your chosen figure, but it can also combine multiple (for example, you may analyze one speech or a pastiche of speeches).
2. It must contain at least 2 additional resources, not from your figure, to support your analysis.
3. It must adhere to MLA citation format.
4. It must use language and style conventions appropriate for an academic audience.
5. It must be thoroughly edited.