2. The Death Penalty: Justice for None by Heather Meridith During Reading - Think, Pair, Share Work with partner Read the essay in sections Paragraphs 1 – 3 Paragraphs 4 – 6 Paragraphs 7 – 9 At the end of each section, stop and reflect with your partner :  What are you feelings?  What are the main ideas?  What do you notice about the organization or style of the writing?  What connections can you make?

3. Post Reading Questions 1. What is the writer’s thesis? (the writer’s position) 2. Record at least THREE examples where the writer uses logos. 3. Record at least THREE examples where the writer uses pathos. 4. Even though you have no information about the writer’s background, how is ethos established? 5. How would you describe the tone? Explain using evidence. Critical Thought 6. How effective is the writer’s argument? Justify your opinion using a complete paragraph.