Paper 4 Prompt and Rubric

Pick one of the comic strips below to analyze for your essay. In 2-3 pages, write an essay that critically evaluates the satirical elements of the comic stip.

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Identify the elements of satire that are present, providing specific examples from the comic

2)     

Explain how the comic uses the examples of satire to magnify its social criticism

3)     

Argue whether or not the comic is an effective demonstration of satire

 
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Your paper must include the following:

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A clear, concise thesis statement

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Organized (P.I.E) paragraphs

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A clear understanding of satire and satirical elements

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Support for your main points

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Discussion of the social issue the satire is highlighting

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An analysis of the creator’s point-of-view on the social issue

Your paper must follow the following formatting guidelines:

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Double spacing

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12 point font

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1 inch margins

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Title (centered)

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Heading that includes your name, the date, and Paper 2

Save your file as LastNameFirstInitial_Paper4.doc (e.g., SmithJ_Paper4.doc) and submit it to TRACS Assignments by the due date in the syllabus.

I will grade your paper using the rubric at the end of this document. Please review the rubric carefully before submitting your paper to Assignments.

Comic Strips
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