Essay Assignment

The Essay Assignment will be worth 1.5 major grades: 1 grade for content and .5 grade for criteria.

Select ONE of the two thematic prompts below and write an essay response. These will be graded according to the

rubric at the end of this assignment page. You will turn in your thematic topics essay to Google Classroom by the due date.

Essay requirements:

● This essay should be a fully formed essay with an introduction, 3 body paragraphs, and a conclusion.

● Each body paragraph should provide a different element/example that supports your claim.

● Write in complete sentences.

● Be sure to include MLA-cited text evidence (quotes or paraphrased evidence) to support each of your main points.

● Be sure to cite your text evidence with the author and page number in parenthesis: “like this” (Nelson 1).

● Focus on the use of proper punctuation and grammar and answering the question completely.

Additionally, there is a sample essay included. While it is not from the book you read nor does it have 3

body paragraph like yours should, it shows what good writing is, how to punctuate and cite text evidence, and

what analysis is (highlighted phrases).

Prompt options:

1. How does the setting shape Esperanza's identity?

2. How do the female characters; Sally, Elenita, and Marin; shape Esperanza's character?