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Post your "In Search of the Artist" assignment here. I recommend that you copy and paste the text from a word processor. Aim for 1-2 pages, double-spaced.

Remember that you are not necessarily doing a complete analysis of a work of art, you are merely examining the work of art from one of three angles. In your analysis, be sure to discuss basic techniques and devices that the writer uses to strengthen his or her argument. Some basic techniques and devices that we have discussed:
 * appeal to common values
 * acknowledgment of opposing arguments
 * repetition
 * parallel structure
 * imagery
 * rhetorical questions
 * satire
 * irony
 * alliteration
 * figurative language

Do not merely say that the author makes an allusion. You might say, "Lincoln alludes to scripture, stating, 'As your Father in Heaven is perfect, be ye also perfect.' This allusion is effective because Lincoln advances his argument by using the Bible – perceived by most to be THE Truth – as its foundation. He then...."

I will examine the following criteria for the assignment (15 points)
 * Organization (clear thesis, topic sentences, etc.)
 * Content (passages, lyrics, details, etc. that support your thesis)
 * Content (techniques and devices that are used to convey the message)

**The assignment must be submitted by March 2nd. On this date, I will divide you into groups and discuss the next portion of the assignment – the discussion.**      After you post, please engage in heated debates from the comfort of your personal computer. Don't hate. Appreciate.

You **must** respond to the essays of the people in your assigned group. In addition please respond to one other person of your choice.

Your responses should
 * contain an overall reaction to the essay
 * identify at least one positive aspect of the essay
 * identify one potential area for improvement