Based on the precis format we did together in class, you will write an analytical essay over our short story. The precis format is your first paragraph. You will write a minimum of three more. I expect good paragraphs, not 5-7 sentences, but much more. This is about quality, not quantity. You cannot analyze a short story in 5-7 sentences.
What is an analysis: This is where we analyze an article we have read. It is NOT a summary, and it is NOT just writing lines from the story. I should be reading your commentary on what the author was trying to get across to the reader. The quotes from the essay should be used to back up what you are saying, not be the focus of what you are saying. So...you are telling me what the author is trying to get across, and showing me with textual evidence HOW she is getting her point across.
Essay:
Type:
You will type this on your own. Tomorrow we will take the entire class period to write the rough draft, so all you should have left is to go home and type it.
Don't forget that you can check computers out from the library with parental consent on the form I gave you.
Format:
Times New Roman
12 point font
Double spaced
Full heading (in the header to conserve space)
Title:
The title is based on what you write. Title it something that goes with your thought process. The word essay better NOT show up anywhere in your title.
This is due Tuesday, October 3rd when you walk into class. This must be typed and printed.
Literary Analysis Example and Explanation
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