SOAPST "Coyote v. Acme"

     The essay "Coyote v. Acme" is a satirical piece of literature written to entertain and at the same time to show how the modern court system works. It shows how people can sue others for the most stupid reasons and ask for compensation for damages which they have caused themselves. The overall tone of the essay is humorous and calm but at the same time very sarcastic and full of exaggeration. The exaggerations give more affect to the story by making it funny and extremely interesting to read. The intended audience is the jury at the court. The attorney reads the plaintiff's statement and tells the facts and how much is needed for compensation. The jury had to listen and give a verdict at the end. This scenario portrays how the actual system works and makes the story seem realistic. The attorney even uses codes and titles as part of his evidence to sound professional and knowledgeable. All of these aspects contribute to the over all wellness of the essay by making it humorous, exaggerated, and to the point. The essay had an important meaning behind it. It tried to entertain but at the same time inform the reader about a modern issue.