An analytical essay is not a summary of what you read but instead analyzing the
An analytical essay is not a summary of what you read but instead analyzing the author’s main point (s) and arguments. There are no right or wrong answers in analytical writing but always support your arguments/viewpoints with facts.
Introduction:
Body:
Elaborate
Expand on your argument(s)
o If you are going to debate your claim how would you defend it.
Support your viewpoints with facts.
Use information from the article or any other reliable source to support your claims)
*Do not select a quote and try to comment on that quote – That is not analytical.
Conclusion:
An overview of what you have written.
Restate and summarize your main points.
The article “The Perilous Fight discusses protests of athletes against racial and social injustices during the singing of national anthem in football stadiums and high schools in the U.S. which fueled debate over how the country defines patriotism. Issues discussed are the alleged act of defiance by San Francisco 49ers football team quarterback Colin Kaepernick by kneeling as the national anthem was played during a game in protest of the fatal shootings of African Americans by police and racial violenc, As you are reading the article take notes. Identify the author’s main argument in full context. Do you agree or disagree with the author’s main argument? Why or why not? As you are reading the article take notes. After reading the article: Identify the author’s main argument in full context. And answer these questions: Do you agree or disagree with the author’s main argument? Why or why not? You will use these notes and answers as you are producing the Essay.