Introduction

In this section, students will read the novel Tuesdays with Morrie by Mitch Albom, take notes while reading, and write an argumentative paper after finishing. The paper will be a stance on one of the major themes of the novel.

The story is about a college professor named Morrie who was diagnosed with ALS, also known as Lou Gehrig's disease. It is a terribly debilitating and rapid-moving disease. In the story, instead of disappearing from society while he dies, Morrie embraces death and uses it to draw even closer to people. A beloved former student meets with Morrie every Tuesday and the book is a tribute to the life lessons that Morrie imparts. The story is a beautiful, tender lesson in living.

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While you are reading, answer the questions on the Reading Comprehension Question document. Read the page numbers indicated and then answer the question or questions.

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2.1 Topic

2.1 Thesis

2.1 Purpose/Significance

2.2 Organization

2.2 Content

2.2 Graphics

2.2 Techniques

2.3 Transitions between paragraphs

2.3 Transitions within paragraphs

2.4 Punctuation, Grammar, Spelling

• Commas #1

• Commas #2

• Commas #3

2.4 Tone

2.4 MLA Format

2.4 Sentence Structure

2.5 Content

2.6 Proofreading

2.6 Revise and Edit

2.6 Proactivity