For this essay, you are going to argue and prove a claim related to the novel in a standard 5-paragraph essay on the book, “A Lesson Before Dying”.
Structure:
Paragraph 1: Introduction – attention getter, context & background information, clarify claim, and state position in thesis statement
Paragraph 2: Point – in this paragraph, you argue and prove your claim (thesis) with 2 pieces of textual evidence (MLA citations)
Paragraph 3: Counterpoint – in this paragraph, you argue the other side of the claim, with 2 pieces of textual evidence (MLA citations)
Paragraph 4: Refutation – in this paragraph, you argue against the counterpoint, with 2 pieces of textual evidence (MLA citations), and focus back on your original point in paragraph 2.
Paragraph 5: Conclusion – Recap and express final thoughts to strengthen claim
Formatting:
All formatting details are the same as previous formal essays. All citations, headers, heading, and Works Cited page must be done in MLA format. The novel A Lesson Before Dying is the only source you will need to use.
Claim Options:
Grant is an effective/ineffective teacher.
Grant and Vivian have a good/ bad relationship.
Grant/Jefferson truly learns the “lesson” of the novel.
A man vs. ____________ conflict is the most important one in the novel.
Grant will leave/never leave the plantation.
You can find the book online.
The pages don’t matter as long as it haves everything it needs.
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