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Animal Testing Rhetorical Analysis

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“Animal Experimentation” The concept of animal testing has grown to be very controversial. The thought of experimenting on animals results in different emotions. Many people would argue that experimenting on animals is brutal and others would argue otherwise. An article by the title of “Point: Animal Testing- A Necessary Evil?” written by Danielle Paterson, a pre-vet student at James Madison University argues that animal testing should be stopped. Paterson explains the cruelty behind animal experimentation. To oppose her argument, a 2016 article by the title of “Medical Experiments on Animals Are an Important Element of Drug Development” written by Geraldine Wagner, a graduate of the state university of New York argues the importance of animal …show more content…

Not only is his piece well written, it is also well detailed and very persuasive. To begin his article, he develops a clear statement to determine his position and views. One of his strongest parts in conducting his article is the introduction of his concept. He introduces his subject by getting right to the point. He then support his proposal by facts and evidence. To show the credibility of his article, he includes citation of his sources. To establish his tone, he explains the benefits and importance behind animal testing supported by facts. For example he states that, “Balanced against the sacrifices of the animals are the immense advances in medication that benefit untold millions of humans and many animals as well” (Wagner). As he proceeds in his essay, Wagner develops a connection with his audience by providing evidence that shows that not all experiments are cruel. He also addresses the opposing side of his argument. Throughout his article, he maintains a confidential and serious tone which shows his level of certainty. To clarify his views and help readers understand, Wagner organizes his article in sections. He formats his article in subtitles making it uncomplicated to read and understand. With the use of rhetorical appeals and persuasive strategies in his article, Wagner’s argument was more plausible than Paterson’s …show more content…

She does well in conducting her article, but there are some setbacks that ceases the proposal of her point. For instance, she derails from her subject throughout her article. To begin her article, Paterson provides some statistics about animals supported with evidence. She then makes a clear statement to determine her position and views, but she continues to trail off from her thesis as she proceeds. The development of her connection with her readers is very limited in her article. She only connects with a certain audience. She does not perceive her article in a way where she connects with a wider variety of audience. Her argument is conducted to mainly connect with pet owners and animal lovers. For example she states that, “Now imagine your cat or dog, or someone you knows four-legged friend being used for experiments, poked and prodded at all day long in the name of “science”. Most pet owners develop a love for their animals, as I have for all my pets, including dogs, hamsters, turtles and lizards” (Paterson). She also shows some repetition in her article. For example “…cause the animals physical as well as psychological distress and suffering. Often the procedures can cause a great deal of suffering” (Paterson), Furthermore, Paterson does not include a concluding sentence at the end of her article instead she provides a video. Not concluding can leave her readers confused and without a closure on her argument. On the

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