Ad vs. Cartoon

The add on page 24 and the cartoon on page 1 are both meant to have a lasting affect on the reader. The purpose of these two pieces of advertisements is to let the reader or viewer know about genetically engineered foods and their affect on our society. Although both of these different genres influence us they tend to do so in very distinctive manners. 

The cartoon is meant to give the viewer a visual rather than overload the viewer with information. It is a quick way to catch the eye of a reader but get a small point across while they read. This is a good way to get a point across because it allows the reader to see a problem, relate to it, and eventually move on. 

The advertisement on page 24 goes about this process in a different way. I preferred this add because the image captured my eye but the ad allowed information and facts that helped to back up the image.

The cartoon influenced its argument by using a catchy and somewhat flashy drawing. It addressed the problem and allowed the viewer to take it in but it did not overload the viewer with information. The ad was able to catch my attention and it pulled me in with its facts and information about genetically engineered foods. It influenced its argument by providing me with detailed information which allowed me to believe its argument more.