Analysis After Analysis

     In the upcoming assignment, Rhetorical Analysis Essay, my classmates and I are to read an essay and use rhetoric to go back and analyze it. This begins by introducing the topic of our choice to familiarize it with our audience. We should summarize the essay briefly and go over the main points, and maybe even include some quotes. Then we should conclude whether or not we believe the essay we chose is successful with its argument.
     Then we move on to our main supporting points, which will take up the vast majority of the paper. We need to describe the authors use of pathos, ethos, and logos, as well as any other factors that make the essay good or bad. We may also want to do some outside research for our essay, to validate any claims the author makes. We end our essay with a strong conclusive statement which sums up the main supporting points.

    In regards to Tom Collins' essay, I believe he provided a very good analysis. He thoroughly introduced and explained his topic and connected with audience using all of pathos, ethos, and logos. He even connected it back to his won personal life in the army which connected with the reader even more. His essay is a very touching piece that is hard to argue with.