Short Paper 1

You will write a short critical essay based on our assigned readings and/or class discussions. This paper will be short (~2-3 pages) but useful for generating ideas about a topic. You should use 12 pt font, Times New Roman, double-spaced, and 1-inch margins. You should also include a works cited page listing the sources you use (even if it is just the primary text). You should follow the traditional essay format (i.e. introduction/body/conclusion). You will need to have a thesis statement and supporting examples and points from the text. Be specific and use quotes and paraphrases from the text(s). It will be a better paper if you go into detail and depth, rather than trying to cover a really big or broad idea and only analyze it superficially. I will give you several topics to choose from for each short paper.

Short Paper #1 Topics

1. Choose two readings (from Unit 1 or 2) and make a claim for how they deal with a similar theme.

2. Choose two readings (from Unit 1 or 2) and make a claim for how the narrative voice or point of view affects the tone of the story.

3. Choose your own topic. If you decide to take this option, you MUST get prior approval of your topic from your instructor.