Logical Fallacies
"Black people are a bunch of lazy bums and violent criminals."
This type of essay tells a story and can be in first, second, or third person.
What is a Narrative Essay?
The NFL franchise here in New Orleans. "Who Dat?"
Who are the New Orleans Saints?
"The Big Easy," "The City that Care Forgot," "The Food Capital of the World"... it's the city you are in right now.
What is New Orleans?
Mr. Brown is a diehard fan of this north based NFL franchise. "SKOL!"
Who are the Minnesota Vikings?
"I broke up with my girlfriend and I stubbed my pinky finger on a meteor that was headed to earth. Please give me an extension on my work."
What is Appeal to Pity?
This essay takes at least two things, states how they are alike, how they are different, and possibly, which one is better.
What is a Comparison/Contrast Essay?
A New Orleans favorite, especially at Cafe Du Monde. It's a deep-fried, square piece of sweet dough that is pillowy, and served hot under a heavy mountain of powdered sugar.
What is a beignet?
With 8.5 million people, this is the largest city in the United States. It was also the first capital of the United States, not Philadelphia. It is known as "The Big Apple."
What is New York City?
Mr. Brown got his Bachelor's and Master's Degrees from this HBCU (Historically Black College and University). "Thee I love!"
"Jared is a bum who comes into class smelling like Wendy's and Axe Body Spray. And here's very hairy. His argument can't be correct because look at him. He sucks."
What is Attack on the Man?
This style of essay attempts to convince the reader of a position that the writer has taken. It's often a controversial issue that is being addressed in the essay.
What is the Persuasive/Argumentative Essay?
On August 29, 2005, this natural disaster hit New Orleans and we are still recovering from its effects today.
What is Hurricane Katrina?
The 3rd largest city by population, it sits as the jewel of the Midwest, is home to Bears, Bulls, and Blackhawks, and is known as "The Windy City."
What is Chicago?
On December 1, 2026, Mr. Brown will have been a teacher for this number of years.
What is 20?
"I've always beaten my kids with an electric cord and made them kneel on bottle caps. My parents did it to me and their parents did it to them. It's the way our family is."
What is Appeal to Tradition?
This is a "how to" essay. The reader explains the various steps in doing or making something.
What is the Process Essay?
This former Channel 6 news reporter and city councilwoman is the current Mayor of New Orleans.
Who is Helena Moreno?
One thing on my bucket list is to run up the steps of the library in this northeastern city, like Rocky Balboa did.
What is Philadelphia?
Who is Rick James?
"I have covid, but that's okay. President Trump said I can put a bright light on myself, drink bleach, and inject myself with hand sanitizer to get rid of it. Forget drinking liquids and checking my oxygen levels. I'm going to listen to Trump."
What is Appeal to Celebrity/Improper Authority?
This essay explains the reasons behind an event, and then goes into the results of that event.
What is a Cause and Effect Essay?
This area of the city is a worldwide tourist attraction, known for its numerous clubs, places to eat, and street performers. But it is just as well known for being very dirty and smelly. Some locals say it is the most overrated place in the city.
What is The French Quarter?
Known as the Birthplace of Grunge Music and its rain, this northwestern city was once voted the best city to move to if you are very poor.
What is Seattle?
Mr. Brown's arrogant, wealthy, high maintenance best friend goes by this name.
What/Who is Samantha?