Your initial response should be at least 200 words.

Your initial response should be at least 200 words.

In your discussion, state the purpose of the reading and cite the thesis statement (if applicable). If there is no explicit thesis, state the reading’s claim. Then, lay out the structure of the reading to the class, and let the class know if this structure is organized and logical (you may claim that it is not organized – it’s up to you). Let the reader know how this method of organization helps or does not help the author’s purpose. Then, discuss the style of writing – does the style help the author prove his/her point? Finally, study the introduction and conclusion of your chosen reading. Explain how the author ‘hooks’ the reader in, or, conversely, if the introduction is not strong, explain why. Discuss the conclusion of the essay as well, and point out its strengths and weaknesses. Please answer these questions fully in your response (use thoughtful sentences).

In addition, don’t forget to analyze the ethos, pathos and logos of this week’s forum. How does the article you read express ethos (appeal to credibility)? How does the article you read express pathos (appeal to emotion)? How does the article you read express logos (appeal to logic)?

You are practicing for your Critical Evaluation Essay. The Week 2 and Week 3 Forum will become practice forums for you to practice analyzing the ethos, pathos and logos of what you read.

READING ASSIGNMENT: http://www.historyplace.com/speeches/wiesel.htm