Explain how "The Declaration of Independence" or "A Modest Proposal", are examples of argumentative essays in the style suggested by Sheridan Baker in his "Keyhole" model. Discuss their introduction, placement of thesis, organization of evidence, and conclusion. Pay special attention to how each author handles the opposition to the thesis being defended in the document. Consider whether the differences are results of the particular argument being presented or the political situations in which they were written?

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Both The Declaration of Independence and A Modest Proposal can be considered examples of argumentative essays following the style suggested by Sheridan Baker in his Keyhole model Lets examine each wor... View the full answer