Read David Sedaris’ A Plague of Tics (p. 359-72).

Rhetorical Analysis Part One: Re-reading paragraphs 1-14, draw the rhetorical triangle (for this section only):

Rhetorical Analysis Part Two: Write one to two sentences exploring how you might introduce a rhetorical analysis essay, including a thesis: How does the author use rhetorical strategies to achieve his purpose?

Argument: Historically, viewpoints run the gamut on the issue of “nature versus nurture.” You will find philosophers who think that human nature is almost entirely culturally constructed (nurture) while others will claim it is almost entirely hardwired in (nature). Re-read paragraphs 33-47; Sedaris makes an implied argument about the relationship between his compulsive behaviors and his home life and parents.

Use evidence from your reading, personal experience, or observation, and write the first two paragraphs to an essay in which you argue whether you believe parenting plays a substantial role in children’s behavior.

Use your own paper, staple, and turn-in before the end of class today.