Rhetorical analysis of Aristotle, Plato, and Toni Morrison

Prompt Options Please answer one of the following questions below; if you do not find interest in either question, please contact me to discuss alternate prompt(s). Compare Aristotles excerpt, From Rhetoric, with Platos excerpt, From Gorgias: how do these two Ancient Greek Philosophers present their arguments? How are they similar and/or different? Consider, too, whether they utilize rhetorical appeals in their work, such as logos, ethos, and/or pathos. Compare Toni Morrisons excerpt, Nobel Lecture, with one of the excerpts provided by our Ancient Greek Philosophers: how do these two writers present their arguments? How are they similar and/or different? Consider, too, whether they utilize rhetorical appeals in their work, such as logos, ethos, pathos, and/or (bonus!) kairos. Requirements Compose a thesis-driven essay This should comparatively analyze the narrative, content, and/or format of your chosen in-class sources Organize your paragraphs in a way which supports your thesis and overall claim This should include clear and directive topic sentences Consider the incorporation of pathos, logos, ethos, and/or (bonus!) kairos Strike an appropriate balance between summary and analysis This should mostly consist of analysis Include 2 in-class sources: This may be done in the form of quoting and/or paraphrasing Remember your academic audience Adhere to standard grammar rules Utilize MLA format guidelines, including a Works Cited page Meet a minimum of 3 full pages (not including the Works Cited page)