In-text citation for each rhetorical element analyzed, there is a clear example from the text, introduced and integrated smoothly using proper citation.

Format: APA basics (1-inch margins, double spaced, page numbers in upper right-hand corner, bold title, simple font, and a references page)
Length: About 3-4 pages or 900-1500 words (not including the references page)
Thesis gives relevant context for the text (who, what, where, when, why) and includes a clear thesis that evaluates the rhetorical effect and sets up the overall analysis.
Each paragraph has a clear topic sentence identifying the point of analysis to be focused on in that paragraph. Transitions are included to increase the flow of the paper.
Each body paragraph includes clear analysis showing how the speaker effectively reached their audience and/or achieved their purpose in giving the speech.
In-text Citation for each rhetorical element analyzed, there is a clear example from the text, introduced and integrated smoothly using proper citation.
Style and Mechanics sentence structure flows smoothly, no fragments or run-ons, concise, clear. Essay is written in third-person point of view.
Formatting the essay includes a title (in bold font), header with page numbers, proper indenting for paragraphs, and a separate References page in APA format.