In your group, look at the how McKibben’s presents his argument against SUVs. Answer the following questions:
How does McKibben establish the tone of this paper?
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Do you trust McKibben as a writer? What examples establish his ethos (integrity)?
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How does he appeal to the reader’s moral sensibility?
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Does he open you to his message or alienate you?
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In what order is he presenting his information for his argument? Why does he employ this specific sequence?
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How is McKibben’s argument internally consistent and logical?
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How is his evidence relevant to his discussion of this issue?
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Now, draw a diagram illustrating McKibben’s argument.