Tuesday, August 14, 2007

Ron's Assignment on Karl Rove's Resignation

IC105 College Writing I Professor Drogy

Thought Letter # 1:
Assignment: In 300-500 words, compare a newspaper account from the New York Times with the report in ALJAZEERA ON CARL ROVE’S RETIREMENT FROM BUSH STAFF. It is titled, “Bush Aide Karl Rove Quits.” The url for Aljazeera is http://english.aljazeera.net/NR/exeres/46127961-D436-40B3-922B-92CFC96F5A4E.htm.

Who is the author of each article.
What are the similarities and differences in the various aspects of the two reports? Consider length of article, the use of facts and opinions, and the overall tone of the writing.
Is the event treated in very similar or different fashion? Explain.
Is there a difference in the quality and/or correctness of the writing?

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