DESCRIPTION ESSAY
Authors read:
Kate ChopinThe Storm
E.B. WhiteOnce More to the Lake
Ann HodgmanNo Wonder They Call Me a Bitch
Assignment:
Select one author and discuss the elements of style and structure as they relate to his/her purpose.
Structure:
Use the following paragraph order and content:
Introduction (1 paragraph)
Author and title
Subject matter of authors essay
Purpose of authors essay
Your papers thesis: Discussion of authors purpose by analyzing elements of style and structure
Development
(5 paragraphs, one on each element; give at least one citation for each)
1. Order of subject matter presented
2. Use of the 5 physical senses and/or psychological feelings
3. Use of comparisons
4. Role of the author in the essay
5. Atmosphere
Conclusion (1 paragraph)
Your evaluation, including the following elements
Success of author in putting across his/her purpose
Your enjoyment or lack of enjoyment of the essay
Relationship or lack of it to anything in your life
Length:
1000 words, approximately 3 pages (typed and double spaced)
