Description
In a single Journal entry, write three paragraphs responding to the following writing prompts (800-1000 words):
Paragraph 1 - Personal reflection: What do you like or dislike about the story, genre, or characters so far? Has anything interesting happened so far? Support your response with quotes from the novel.
Paragraph 2 - Analyze the author’s style: Does the author use any techniques, vocabulary, or literary devices to enhance their writing? Use the provided handout. Address tone, point of view, conflict. What do you like or dislike about the author’s style? Be specific, providing examples to support your ideas.
Paragraph 3 - Make a prediction: How do you think the story will end? What leads you to this conclusion? Is it the characters’ attitudes, the setting, or perhaps the author’s unique style that has convinced you of this ending? Does it seem plausible or realistic?
Assessment: Below you will find the exemplary criteria used to assess the assignment.
Learning Target: Exemplary (6/6): Student thinks critically and reflectively in their analysis of the text, recognizing and explaining the author’s style and technique. Student poses interesting ideas that are well-supported and makes meaningful personal connections to the text, providing examples where possible.
Written Expression: Exemplary (6/6): Sentence structure and vocabulary is varied, skillfully written, and carefully chosen. Work has been proofread and there are few or no errors in spelling, capitalization, punctuation, and grammar. Content contributes to the central idea and makes insightful connections with the logical organization. Responses are skillfully organized, edited and easy to read.