Short Stories Essay Step 1 The Questions What do I want to compare and contrast I want to compare and contrast the short stories A Nincompoop and Thank You Mam The Questions Continued ID: 492908
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Writing a Thesis & Introduction
Short Stories EssaySlide2
Step 1: The Questions
What do I want to compare and contrast?
I want to compare and contrast the short stories “A Nincompoop” and “Thank You, M’am”.Slide3
The Questions Continued...
What will I say?
I will discuss the similarities OR differences between the 2 stories.
Similarities OR differences between:
Characters: Roger/ Julia, Employer/ Mrs. Lula Bates
Themes: Life Lessons, Hard Lessons, Growing Up, Making MistakesSlide4
Step 2: Find A Focus
Your essay will be 5 paragraphs.
Intro, 3 paragraphs discussing points, conclusion
Focus on EITHER character or themes.Slide5
The Purpose
The purpose for writing this essay is to explain how the stories are different OR the same.
I will accomplish this by using example from each of the stories.Slide6
An Introduction & Thesis
1 paragraph
Combine your question, purpose and how you will accomplish it.
Example:
In this essay I will compare and contrast the differences OR similarities between the 2 stories... I will demonstrate how the characters OR themes are similar OR different by using examples from each story such as… 3 points. Slide7
Outline your 3 points...
Characters: Briefly intro the 3 things you will discuss.
Have a similar experience
Handle a situation similarly
Are the similar in speech, demeanour or attitude
Look the same
Live in the same eraSlide8
To Begin: Research
Complete a detailed Venn Diagram
Lots of examples from the stories
Complete detailed story map
DETAILS= ARGUMENT FOR ESSAY
Find lots!!!Slide9
Decide on your stance...
Will you discuss..
Similarities OR differences?
What 3 examples from the stories will you use?
Do you have enough to make 3 paragraphs?Slide10
Write Your Intro
Write an introductory paragraph outlining:
What you will discuss (Sim/ Diff in characters/ themes)
How you will discuss it (3 examples from texts)Slide11
Peer Edit
Have a friend edit for:
Spelling and grammar
Tips on examples, wording
Begin your WRITTEN copy and peer edit when done.