SHEET WEEK 10 bismark

ENG 150 Rhetorical Analysis Peer Review Worksheet Instructions: 1. Please answer the questions below and, where possible, copy and paste examples from your classmate’s essay so that they can see exactly what is working well and what could be improved. 2. Sections that are copied and pasted must be enclosed in quotation marks, e.g., “my sister was the sunshine in our family” 3. Please be sure to use a professional tone. Sarcastic, rude, or condescending comments are not appropriate (and also not Christlike). Try to “peer review unto others as you would have them peer review unto you”—be clear, specific, and sincere! Name of the classmate you reviewed: ____Bismark Awuku_____________________ Title of your classmate’s paper: _____ The Rhetorical Analysis of J.K. Rowling's Harvard Commencement Address _________________________ Peer Review Questions Peer Review Response Introduction, Thesis, and Organization Highlight one: excellent, good, fair, needs work Does the opening paragraph provide the context (who, what, where, when, why) of the speech being analyzed? If not, what is missing from helping you, reader, understand the circumstances under which the speech was originally delivered?? Comments/examples from the essay : Yes, the opening paragraph provides a good amount of context about J.K. Rowling's commencement speech at Harvard, including the setting, purpose, and audience. The introduction effectively sets the stage for the analysis and provides the necessary context. For example, "J.K. Rowling's 2008 commencement speech at Harvard University stands out as one of the most memorable and captivating speeches ever given." What is the thesis of the paper? (copy and paste it or paraphrase it) Does the thesis set up both the topic and the structure of the essay? Thesis: The thesis is clear and effectively states the main argument of the paper. For example, "J.K. Rowling's Harvard Commencement Address is a powerful and inspirational speech that emphasizes the importance of failure and creativity." Comments/examples from the essay : The thesis sets up the topic of the analysis (J.K. Rowling's commencement address) and the overall structure of the essay. For example, the thesis outlines the main points that will be discussed in the analysis. Comments/examples from the essay: The thesis statement is well-defined and serves as a

ENG 150 Rhetorical Analysis Peer Review Worksheet roadmap for the rest of the paper. Is the topic of each paragraph clear and follow the structure established by the thesis? Comments/examples from the essay : The topics of each paragraph are generally clear, and they align with the structure established by the thesis. For example, each paragraph addresses a specific aspect of Rowling's speech, such as her use of ethos, pathos, and logos. Comments/examples from the essay: The topics of each paragraph are closely related to the main points outlined in the thesis. Does the end of the essay give closure by connecting back to the beginning of the essay, especially the thesis? Comments/examples from the essay : The conclusion does a good job of summarizing the key points discussed in the essay and connecting them back to the thesis. For example, it reinforces the main argument and leaves the reader with a sense of closure. Comments/examples from the essay: The conclusion effectively ties the essay together and reinforces the thesis. Evidence and In-text Citation Highlight one: excellent, good, fair, needs work For each rhetorical element analyzed, is there a clear example from the text? Are the examples integrated smoothly with proper citation? Comments/examples from the essay : Yes, there are clear examples from J.K. Rowling's commencement address that support the analysis. For example, the essay provides specific examples from the speech to illustrate how Rowling uses rhetorical devices. The examples are integrated smoothly, and the citations are appropriately provided. For instance, the essay effectively incorporates quotes and references from Rowling's speech to support the analysis. Comments/examples from the essay: The use of evidence from Rowling's speech is well- incorporated into the analysis. Also, do you see what looks like APA style in the in-text citations? If not, be sure to let them know what seems to be missing! Comments/examples from the essay : The paper adheres to APA formatting guidelines Style and Mechanics Highlight one: excellent, good, fair, needs work Does the sentence structure flow smoothly? Did you have to go back and reread any parts of the essay to understand what was meant? Provide feedback and identify difficult to understand composition for your classmate. Comments/examples from the essay : Style and Mechanics Highlight one: good The sentence structure flows smoothly, and the essay is easy to understand. For instance, the writing style is clear and straightforward, making it easy for the reader to follow the analysis. Comments/examples from the essay: