Environmental Rhetoric

 “In your essay, make a comparative claim about the relationship between the two texts, relying on one or more of our Rhetoric readings (above) to demonstrate an interesting similarity within difference or difference within similarity. Make sure your claim (i.e., thesis) is one that identifies the relationship between the texts and requires evidence to prove. Remember, this is not a summary. While you will likely need to offer a brief explanation of each texts important points/claims for contextual purposes, avoid making a purely content-based comparison (think comparative analysis not comparative summary). Remember that an effective comparison integrates both texts throughout, analyzing each in relation to the other”