Understanding the Text for the Written Text Analysis Essay

Goal of the Analyzing a Written Text Essay (what is the goal of this next paper assignment?):

Questions or Concerns About the Analyzing a Written Text Essay:

Chosen Text to Write About:

4 to 6-Sentence Summary of Text:

What is the text’s goal or purpose?

What message, if any, is the text trying to convey?

Does the text appeal to your emotions? How? (use details from the text to explain)

Does the text appeal to your logic? How? (use details from the text to explain)

Do you think the text is credible? Why or why not?  (use details from the text to explain)

Who is the text's intended audience? How do you know?

What elements of the text—such as imagery, symbolism, tone, word choice, characterization, narration, etc.—are most striking here? Why do these catch your attention?