Analyzing Rogerian

Read over this week's information about Rogerian argument: Rogerian Argument

After reading over this information, complete the following activity by Saturday at 11:59 p.m. (Please feel free to post responses to other students' messages as well. While such responses are not required for this particular assignment, they are nevertheless welcome and should also be posted by Saturday at 11:59 p.m.) Please note that you will not be able to see other students' message until after your own message has been posted.

Post a message that explains (completely in your own words) the similarities and differences between the Toulmin Model and Rogerian argument. Your message should address one of the following:

Where does the thesis statement appear in each type of argument?
How is each type of argument organized?
What tone does each type of argument use?
How is the audience treated in each type of argument?
How does each type of argument use ethos?
How does each type of argument use pathos?
How does each type of argument use logos?

How does each type of argument use evidence?
What is the purpose of each type of argument?

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