ANALYZE CRAFT AND STRUCTURE DEVELOPMENT OF IDEAS The Moral Logic of Survivor Guilt
Nancy Sherman
To fully understand an editorial, you must analyze its claim or central idea and
supporting details. To do this, note each main point the writer makes. Then,
identify the specific details that explain or illustrate the main point. To help in
your analysis of the text, ask questions as you read. For example, it can be helpful
to identify the topic of the text, the central point of the text, and the details that
support the central point of the text.
A. DIRECTIONS: Ask yourself these questions as you read “The Moral Logic of
Survivor Guilt." Then, record your answers on the lines below each question.
1. What is the topic of the editorial?