Today we will begin with a short grammar lesson focusing on fragments. Then we will begin work on our "Blame Game" writing assessment. Below are the specific directions for this task.
The Blame Game Essay
After brainstorming the characters who have some fault when it comes to the tragic outcome of this play, you will select one main idea to expand into a 3-paragraph response. Because we are currently working on identifying/correcting run-on sentences and fragments, you will strive to have your essay completely free of them both. Your response will include an introduction, a well-developed body paragraph with textual evidence, and a conclusion. Use the outline below to help you visualize it:
Intro
The Blame Game Essay
After brainstorming the characters who have some fault when it comes to the tragic outcome of this play, you will select one main idea to expand into a 3-paragraph response. Because we are currently working on identifying/correcting run-on sentences and fragments, you will strive to have your essay completely free of them both. Your response will include an introduction, a well-developed body paragraph with textual evidence, and a conclusion. Use the outline below to help you visualize it:
Intro
- Hook
- Transition (with brief background/summary to provide context for your reader)
- Thesis (one sentence that clearly states your position)
- Topic sentence
- At least 3 pieces of textual evidence, including one direct quotation
- Reasoning (explains how the textual evidence supports your claim)
- Wraps up main point by answering the "So what?" question. What should be the result? Why should we understand this point you are making? What should the take-away be?