Wednesday, December 21, 2011

Comparative Essay Help

Paragraph 1:
     A. Introduction:
         Introductory sentence, author and titles of both essays,  
          present the contrast in tones of each essay. 
       (see compare/contrast/transition words on pg. 170.)
Paragraph 2:
    A. Essay #1 - Give a brief synopsis of the essay. Explain 
       two types of tone used throughout the essay. Cite 
       evidence from the text with explanations as to why that 
       quote fits that specific tone word.  

Paragraph 3:
    A. Essay #2 - Give a brief synopsis of the essay. Explain 
       two types of tone used throughout the essay. Cite 
       evidence from the text with explanations as to why that 
       quote fits that specific tone word.  

Paragraph 4: 
     Conclusion Statement - 
A. How did the different tones of the essays affect your mood 
     as a reader, and your thoughts about the author?
B. Does Mora and Atwood's use of tone play a major part in 
    conveying their points? How? 
C. Would you have used the same tone if you were an author 
     writing about one country admiring another, or missing 
     being close to your family?

Wednesday, December 14, 2011

Paired Essay Analysis Outline: Margaret Atwood and Pat Mora

ALL OUTLINES DUE FRIDAY!!
Paired Essay Analysis Outline 1