Eng 112 - Students should be working on their Poe comparison essay drafts. The computer lab is booked, so take advantage of this glorious opportunity to dazzle me with your work ethic. Do not forget to print out a copy of your draft for editing purposes. In class we worked on Introductions. This work will continue on Thursday.
You are to write a 5 paragraph essay on the similarities between Edgar Allen Poe’s three stories: “Tell-Tale Heart”, “The Black Cat” and “Cask of Amontillado”.
In order to discuss how these three stories are similar, feel free to use the following suggestions:
- Use direct examples from the stories (description, plot similarities, characters etc.)
- Use direct quotations from any of the three stories
- Compare Poe’s writing style. Examples may include his use of foreshadowing, suspense, irony, atmosphere, point of view, symbolism, etc.
Evaluation:
Introduction - Provide a clear thesis statement, presented in an original way. Remember: a thesis statement clearly states the purpose of the essay.
Body - There should be 3 separate paragraphs which compare specific elements of the three stories. Possible paragraph ideas are:
- A paragraph on plot similarities.
- A paragraph on Poe’s writing style the types of figures of speech he uses
- A paragraph on Poe’s use of figurative language (suspense, foreshadowing, atmosphere
- A paragraph which includes contrasts (differences) can be used as well.
- you should be able to support your comparisons using quotes or direct examples from the stories.
Conclusion - Give a restatement of the original purpose. It helps to mention the points covered in the body of the essay and tie up remaining loose ends. (ask yourself: have I accomplished what I had originally intended when I started writing? Have I met my objectives stated in the purpose?).
Eng 111 - Continue your work on Act 3 of MacBeth. This work should be completed for Friday (don't forget to give thought to your creative extensions!)
Digital Tech 120 - Follow the posts from Thursday and Friday to get a list of the assignments you need to have passed in to me.
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