We first reviewed Matthew's revision of the first paragraphs of his rhetorical analysis essay. I worked with Matthew to demonstrate how to embed quotes into his discussion addressing how diction creates tone. Likewise, I provided suggestions for material to incorporate in the next paragraph analyzing the speaker's line of reasoning. Matthew then completed our initial exercise in drafting this type of essay. I next distributed our next reading assignment, a short story by Alexie Sherman, and reviewed the stylistic questions at the end of the passage in order to assist Matthew with tonight's homework that requires a close examination of diction, contrast, and tone.