Scholars read Jonathan Swift's A Modest Proposal before writing essays to analyze the use of rhetorical devices in the text. Essay writing begins by underlining key words in the writing prompt and discussing the prompt with partners. After reviewing rhetorical devices and annotating the text, pupils are ready to begin the writing process.

Concepts

evaluating claims, rhetorical devices, rhetoric

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Additional Tags

english language arts

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Instructional Ideas

• Create a checklist of things to include in the essay

Classroom Considerations

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• Assumes mastery of evaluating evidence-based claims and rhetorical devices
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Pros

• Suggests a time frame for each stage of writing
• Includes a writing rubric

Cons

• None

Common Core

RL.11-12.6 W.11-12.2.a