Elizabeth Blaine's Rhetorical Analysis

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Many politicians have spoken out against Common Core. However, it is rare to see children speak out against it. A 10 year-old girl named Elizabeth Blaine has expressed how she disagreed with Common Core at a school board meeting. She stated that she loves to read, write and do math. She also stated that she hates the Common Core exam because it stinks.

The people at the school board meeting were not happy with the girl's comments. They even joked about cutting off her microphone. However, they did not, and they let the little girl say what she wanted to say. The girl's words resonated with the people in the audience. The Common Core exam tests a student's critical thinking and knowledge.

The purpose of the school board meeting was to discuss

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