Comparative Practice

Use an Internet search engine like Google and search for voter campaigns like Rock the Vote or voter drives associated with a particular candidate or political party. As you browse the Web sites, look for text or media that use comparative reasoning to drive the argument. When you find a good example, write 4-5 paragraphs about the reasoning.

• • Paragraph 1: Summarize the text including where you found it and the comparison it made.
  • Body paragraphs: Place the argument through the five tests of reasoning listed in this lesson (attached) and use specific examples to show how it passes or fails the tests.
  • Final Paragraph: Conclude by offering a suggestion as to how you would change the text (if it had issues) or by stating what strengths were most convincing to you.