English 9: Ms. Peyton-Corbin, Ms.

Botfield
Short Story Essay Assignment

Task: to write an analytical essay that links three short stories with a common idea.

First draft due __________________

You should have three copies of the first draft at the start of class for the writing
workshop: teacher and peer editing.

Second draft due __________________

Writing Conference due ________________

Final Essay due ______________

The essay should be assembled and ready to hand in at the beginning of class. The newest
draft should be placed on top and the oldest on the bottom.

Honor Above All

Essay Checklist

Create a thesis that is more than a mere statement of fact.

Provide specific examples in support of the thesis.
Avoid unnecessary plot summary.
Blend and cite at least one quotation in each body paragraph.
Begin with the weakest argument and progress to the strongest.
Use transition sentences to link paragraphs.
Elaborate and expand in your conclusion. Do not repeat.

Vary sentence structure.

Use literary present.

Avoid contractions.
Avoid first- and second-person pronouns.
Create and center your original title.
Include titles of works, authors, and thesis statement in your introduction.
Use MLA format: typed, Times New Roman, 12-point font, doublespaced, MLA header and footer (Honor Above All)

Include Works Cited page

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