System Assignment
Write a paper presenting an in-depth analysis of two arguments. For the second project, you will evaluate an argument and develop your own argument.
Carey, B. (2013, February 12). Shooting in the dark. The New York Times, p. D.1.
Hamilton, K. (2014, January 2). Focusing on the how of violence. The New York Times, p. C.5.
You will examine the evidence in the articles and write two separate analytical summaries.
This assignment has two parts. You will complete The both parts.
Part I-First Article
You will write an analytical summary of the article focusing on the article's main claims. You will include the following:
A brief summary of the argument presented in the article.
A discussion of three ways the author uses evidence to support assertions.
An analysis of how the author signals this usage through elements such as word choices, transitions, or logical connections.
Part II-Second Article
You will write an analytical summary of the article focusing on the article's main claims. You will include the following:
A brief summary of the argument presented in the article.
An identification of any value-based assertions in the article and how the author supports these value-based conclusions with evidence.
A discussion of how this evidence does or does not demonstrate relevance, consistency, transparency, and speculation.
An analysis of how the author signals the use of these elements through language. For example, word choices, transitions, or logical connections.
Format your assignment according to the following formatting requirements:
1. The answer should be typed, double spaced, using Times New Roman font (size 12), with one-inch margins on all sides.
2. The response also include a cover page containing the title of the assignment, the student's name, the course title, and the date. The cover page is not included in the required page length.
3. Also Include a reference page. The Citations and references should follow APA format. The reference page is not included in the required page length.