Writing an Essay

When you're writing an essay, when should you introduce your thesis statement?

• At the very beginning of the introduction paragraph

• At the end of the introduction paragraph

• At some point in the body paragraphs

• At the end of the conclusion paragraph

What format should you use for your paper?

• MLA

• APA

• Chicago Style

How much should you summarize your story before getting to your analysis?

• You should assume that the reader knows the story and skip any summary whatsoever

• Include just enough summary to be able to discuss your analysis

• Summarize the story entirely before getting to your analysis

• Summarize the story in so much detail that you never get to your analysis

How many of the prompts should you address in your essay?

• Try to answer every prompt

• You probably can't answer every prompt, but answer all of the prompts that apply to your story

• Answer at least three prompts

• Try to focus on just one prompt

Where would Mrs. DeAngelis like you to hand in your essay?

• Hard copy, in the tray at the front of the room

• Emailed in an attachment

• Submitted on Google Classroom

• Submitted snail mail with a self-addressed, stamped envelope