Education in the U.S.

AP Language & Composition
Synthesis Essay

Essay Prompt: How does rhetoric found in major public spheres influence the sentiments of society? Analyze how rhetoric revolving around the function and value of education, specifically from the 1950s onward, has influenced the sentiments of society, especially as it relates to identity and purpose.

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Main Terms
political cartoon OR editorial cartoon
Other Potential Terms
education schools role of education school reform public education

How to Cite a Political Cartoon in MLA format:
Artist's Last Name, First Name. "Title if Any." Publication Name, date of publication,
page number or URL if online.

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AND - education AND reform AND United States

OR  - laws OR legislation

NOT  - federal NOT state

" "  - "separation of church and state"

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