1. Jurassic Park: Close Reading of the Introduction
Examine Crichton’s introduction and evaluate it as a
persuasive essay. Then, answer the following questions
on a sheet of loose-leaf paper. Be sure to support
your analysis by using specific evidence from the text:
What is Crichton’s central claim?
How does Crichton develop and support his claim?
What persuasive techniques does Crichton use to gain attention and convince his audience of his particular viewpoint?
In your opinion, is Crichton’s persuasive approach effective? Why or why not?