While the writer’s hooks are prime examples for “Csizzy’s Formula,” the focus is also well executed. As the essay starts off with an anecdote, a reader would not find a thesis of any form in the first paragraphs. It is rather revealed in a “moral of the story” style after the anecdote: when someone needs help, you may benefit yourself and that individual if you take the step (a reference to the title) to help them (141). Providing the focus in such an appealing way is exactly what Csizzy would want. D’Angelo does well to put momentum into the essay. One of his more noticeable methods is through emotional repetition. At many points in the essay, repetition or words or phrases are used to express emotion and provide momentum. Some examples include, “I should have” (141) to show a feeling of regret, “would he have” (141) to express anxiety, and “that I hope” (142) to express that the writer hopes that the man is okay, and all will be well for
While the writer’s hooks are prime examples for “Csizzy’s Formula,” the focus is also well executed. As the essay starts off with an anecdote, a reader would not find a thesis of any form in the first paragraphs. It is rather revealed in a “moral of the story” style after the anecdote: when someone needs help, you may benefit yourself and that individual if you take the step (a reference to the title) to help them (141). Providing the focus in such an appealing way is exactly what Csizzy would want. D’Angelo does well to put momentum into the essay. One of his more noticeable methods is through emotional repetition. At many points in the essay, repetition or words or phrases are used to express emotion and provide momentum. Some examples include, “I should have” (141) to show a feeling of regret, “would he have” (141) to express anxiety, and “that I hope” (142) to express that the writer hopes that the man is okay, and all will be well for