Assignment Requirements
In this paper, discuss the following:
What issue is this piece discussing?
What claim is this piece making?
What evidence does the author use to support the claim?
Who do you believe is the audience for this piece?
What assumptions does the author make?
Arguing About Literature Chapter 1 defines argument and explains the major elements of argument. For this paper, you will be identifying the above elements of argument and explaining how the chosen piece uses those elements of argument. Note that you are not arguing for or against the claim made in the piece, you are objectively identifying and assessing the elements of argument present.
