Read this essay, “Heat waves are threatening the most vulnerable people in the most crowded areas,” written by Merrill Singer and published on Salon on 8/7/2017.
There is actually a variety of techniques Singer uses to make her point about this cause-and-effect topic, including illustration and definition. Make note of where each technique appears in the essay.
Review the components of cause-and-effect writing. Identify each component as you come across it in your reading.
- How many research studies does Singer refer to throughout this essay?
- What other types of evidence does Singer use throughout?