- Write a summary of the short story highlighting the main points following the model of How to Write an Introduction for an ENG 106 Essay. Highlight or bold the thesis to identify the topic and assertion of the thesis.
- Write a paragraph supporting the thesis. Include two direct quotations, properly integrated, for supporting evidence.
- Write a paragraph explaining why you chose to apply the specific literary theory.
After reflecting upon the short story by writing an introduction and applying a literary theory, demonstrate college-level database research skills by completing a research-based reflection per these directions. Using the LCCC database system, find one (1) academic source related to the author, text or topic (i.e. sisterhood/patriarchy/inequality/class structure/gender norms).
1. Access LCCC Database: Access the required database systems to locate a source: Literature Online or Literature Resource Center.
2. Locate and Save an Article: Save the article to include as an attached file when uploading to the assignment link. I will review both the article and the writing assignment.
3. Compose the MLA: Draft the MLA Work Cited. Remember to study carefully the correct format, as posted, for a database source. URL links not accepted.
After completing the Prewriting Section, continue forward to writing the assignment by the following directions:
Write a summary of the academic source applying paraphrasing skills. Include at least two quotationswithin the summary. (200-300 words)
Write a response to the academic source. Within the response, explain why and how the source allowed you, as the reader, to form a new perspective or to confirm your current view of the text(s) or the author. Include at least two quotations within response. (200-300 words)
Include an MLA correct Works Cited for database source.
- Edit carefully all writing for academic diction and grammar.
- Include an MLA Work Cited for both the chosen short story and for the database source.
- To avoid point reduction, please upload the assignment by the due date.
- To avoid point reduction, remember to copy/paste the AI acknowledgment statement within the comment section of the assignment link:
The first paragraph of the writing follows directions for writing an introduction for ENG 106 by introducing the literary title with correct MLA punctuation, the author and a brief summary. The sentence applies a strong literary/academic verb avoid weak diction such as “is about/talks about” as modeled in course postings. A clear thesis, in topic + assertion style addressing the chosen prompt, appears as the last sentence in the paragraph.
The second paragraph of writing applies TPPQA structure with the required, correctly integrated quotations.
The third paragraph includes an explanation for the chosen literary theory.
Fully developed paragraph organized logically with adequate analysis and literary support via supporting quotations.
Reflective and clearly written response that provide thoughtful consideration beyond a mere summary of the essay’s content. Application of critical thinking skills via supporting quotations required.
Accurate inclusion of quotations with proper integration and used for sufficient textual support. Lack of proper quotations, as hanging/floating quotations, will not receive credit for quotation usage.
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