Character Analysis Writing

September 8, 2017

E.Q: Analyze Junior's character in Absolutely True Diary of a Part Time Indian.

Organize ideas for your essay through pre-writing techniques.

Obj: I can analyze Junior's character in Absolutely True Diary of a Part Time Indian.

I can organize my ideas through pre-writing techniques.

Starter

Free Write Friday

Remember, this should be a half page, double spaced.

Vocabulary: 

Word: Character Analysis

Part of Speech: Noun

Dictionary Definition: an essay that evaluates a character's traits, their role in the story, and the conflicts they experience

Your Definition: 

Activity: List at least three traits of Junior.

Activity: 

1.  Character Analysis

We will read through the requirements together.

This is due, September 15.

2.  Character Analysis Pre-Writing and Drafting

Create a graphic organizer that reflects ideas that you will discuss in your essay.

Once your organizer is complete begin drafting your body paragraphs. 

Closure: 

How confident do you feel writing larger essays?

Explain.