10/2--Red Convertible Mini-Essay

Due Thursday 10/6: Mini-essay on “The Red Convertible.”

Length: Thesis sentence followed by two paragraphs

Question: Why does Lyman release the car into the river at the conclusion of the story?

*** Remember that your thesis sentence should focus on a single, thought-provoking reason.

• • The thesis sentence will preface the two paragraphs

    • In other words, it will come before the two paragraphs; it will look like a separate, floating sentence at the top of your essay.

  • Each paragraph needs a topic sentence.

  • You must use at least 3 quotations per body paragraph

    • Place the parentheses and punctuation marks correctly.

    • In each paragraph, be sure to examine one word or phrase in careful detail.

  • Remember that your paragraphs must be typed and double-spaced.

  • Your paragraphs should not use “I” (first person).

  • Your paragraphs must use the present tense.

  • Do not use extra breaks between paragraphs.

  • Paragraphs must be no shorter than ½ a page and no longer than 2/3 a page.

  • Pay attention to mechanics in your final draft (spelling, punctuation, grammar, quotation use, etc.)

    • Read your mini-essay out loud before submitting the final draft

(If you do not follow the above directions, points will be deducted from your paper.)

*** You are required to bring your mini-essay (thesis and paragraphs ) to class (on your computer) on Thursday, October 6th.

*** In class, I will have you post your mini-essay on turnitin.com. We will do this together, but make sure to have your essay saved on a word document.