Today we outlined three major essay theme questions, based on your input:
1. "There are many symbols and motifs in 'The Pigman.' Comment on three of these, and their significance in the development of the characters."
2. "Compare and contrast John and Lorraine before they met the Pigman, and after."
3. "John and Lorraine have several epiphanies by the end of the novel. Discuss three of your choice."
We discussed strategies for how to create an effective introduction (hook and thesis), as well as how to tie the conclusion into the introduction. We reviewed the SEXy formula, and here's a link for how to tie in quotes effectively. We looked at an effective essay sample outline, too. Here's a graphic version as well. Finally, I gave out your essay toolbox, along with the T-Square Essay outline to set you up for success. (See the Essay Writing Unit in my English 9 website for these handouts).
>Learner to do List for Tuesday:
1. complete outline for your essay (with hook and thesis)
2. be prepared to write your in-class essay tomorrow!
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