Monkey's Paw Essay

5 paragraph essay

The 5 Paragraph essay is only ONE technique for writing a multi-paragraph essay. In this class, we will be exploring several options for organizing essays. This is only ONE example.Sample essay format:
Goals:
1. Students will review the form and technique for writing a Multi- paragraph essay.
2. Students will become familiar with the various parts of the essay
3. Students will learn to write sentences using parallel structure

4. Students will review Vocab 17 (Homework and sentences will be checked)

5. Voc 17 test on Friday

Writing Assessment 1:  Journal:

Outline form:

http://bhsworldlit.blogspot.com/2014/09/5-paragraph-outline.html

Topic #1

"Be careful what you wish for," is a common adage.  How can this saying be incorporated as the theme in the story, "The Monkey's Paw" by WW Jacobs?

Topic #2

Were the wishes in the story a result of fate or coincidence?Type 2 Quiz/ Essay

1. Must use at least three points of contextual evidence.....Underline contextual evidence.

2. Contextual evidence must be explained

3. Use complete sentences.

4. Essay must be organized.

 Students will finish their essays and submit their work to www.turnitin.com

Tips:
Be sure you keep a clear focus. (Stick to a yes or no answer. NO MAYBE)
Pay attention to your grammar.
Give as many examples as possible to support your stance
Make sure you justify each of your key points with support

We will be exploring more structured responses throughout the week.  

Essay Instructions (Link to main blog)

http://bhsworldlit.blogspot.com/2014/10/essay.html

Academic Content Standard:
5.1.11A- Write with a distinctive focus.
1.5.11B- Write using well-developed content appropriate for the topic.
1.5.11C- Write with controlled organization
1.5.11D- Write with a command of the stylistic aspects of composition.


Closure Activity:
At the end of each class, students will evaluate their work. This will promote the ability to self and peer edit. It will also facilitate the goal of positive response.