1. Demonstrate the ability to write a brief, focused, well-constructed analysis essay.

2. Show that you understand how to use analysis techniques (clear purpose, effective transitions, good organization, well defined terminology, completeness, etc.) effectively. 3. Use good English grammar to create well-structured sentences and paragraphs.

Select one of the following topics and write a 700 word analysis essay:

1) How to drive a car in snow or rain

2) How to behave on a first date

3) How to get your own way

4) How to go broke

5) How to sell something that nobody wants

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6) How to choose a mate

7) How to flunk out of college

8) How to make an effective complaint

What to turn in:

I should receive one rough draft and one double-spaced final essay in the same Word document. Your name, course title/number, and the date should be in the upper left-hand corner of the document. Your final essay should come first followed by your rough draft.

The rough draft:

This draft can be as rough as you like. It is your chance to gather your thoughts, pinpoint key ideas, begin to link different parts of your essay together and formulate an overall plan for presenting your story. Read pgs. 51-59 of The Bedford Reader and pgs. 392-418 of the Harbrace Handbook to better understand this process.

The final essay should include: 1) A clear purpose or point. (Need review? See pg. 301 of The Bedford Reader) 2) Good organization with clear steps. (Need review? See pg. 302 of The Bedford Reader) 3) Completeness – don’t leave out important steps. (Need review? See pg. 302 of The Bedford Reader) 4) Clearly defined terminology. (Need review? See pg. 302 of The Bedford Reader) 5) Effective transitions that move the story along in a logical and smooth flowing manner. (Need review? See pg. 302-303 of The Bedford Reader)

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