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2. Paragraphs 5-7 compare and contrast football and war. Is this comparison convincing? How does the comparison appeal to logos?
Yes, the comparison between football and war is convincing because much of the terminology is similar. "Field general", "blitz", "front line", "the draft", etc. are all common language in war and football. McMurtry appeals to logos by expanding on the similarities of tactics and schemes war and football share.

3. In paragraph 9, the tone shifts. How is the shift achieved? Explain how the shift mirrors a transition in McMurtry's argument.
McMurtry achieves the shift by reminicsing on his own childhood memories of playing football for the sole reason of having fun. He describes the laughs he had running barefoot on an open green field with no one keeping score. McMurtry transitions from playing football for careless enjoyment to becoming routine and dangerous.

6. Consider the language of football, especially the words shared by the military. What sports other than football have a miliaristic side?
Many sports have characterisitics similar to the military. Soccer, Basketball, Rugby, Volleyball, etc. all have two sides fighting to achieve the same goal; winning. Additionally, they use tactics or "game plans" in order to figure out the best way to beat the other team.

7. Who is McMurtry's audience? Is it necessary for the reader to understand or care about football in order to understand what McMurtry is saying about society? Explain.
McMurtry's audience is anyone involved in football; parents, kids, coaches, etc. It isn't necessary for the reader to understand every aspect of football, but it is helpful to understand the physical hardships the game can cause to be able to relate to McMurtry's text.