Things fall apart part 3
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Order Description
Things Fall Apart, One Page Paper #2?????Name__________________________________
English 9 (50 Points)

Overview:
Choose one of the provided prompts, formulate a thesis based on the prompt, and write a one-page essay.

In one page, you do not have enough space to summarize and write something that does not add to the argument of your paper. Because of the limited space, your first sentence will be your thesis. A good essay will depend on your efficiency in making your point. Your last two sentences should not merely re-state your thesis, but rather implicitly answer the “so what” (do not literally answer this question).

Remember: It is okay if you can only choose one specific instance to reference. It’s a short paper, so you should choose one instance that really supports your argument.

Requirements:
• Clear, focused and effective thesis that is arguable and insightful
• At least two integrated, direct quotes from the text, using correct citations
• Correct grammar and punctuation (commas, active voice, present tense)
• Analyses that clearly tie back to the argument
• Proper header formatting; check Haiku document
• Creative title (can be included in the header, to save space)

Prompts:

Option #1: When Okonkwo first arrives in Mbanta, Uchendu says to Okonkwo, “You think you are the greatest sufferer” (135). Present an argument where you discuss who IS the greatest sufferer based on the events of the story.

Option #2: Discuss which side of the conflict, Ibo or Christian, is most responsible for the ending of the book.

Option #3: Explain which character shows the most “growth” by the end of the book. You should come to terms with “growth,” but do so without quoting the dictionary.

Suggested Approach:
Point #1 ?Thesis statement – controlling idea that extends beyond the obvious
Point #2?1st concrete example (quote) from text, integrated smoothly (Provide relevant context for evidence or
support for thesis-what is happening in novel prior to quote. Rather than only use a few words, spend a sentence or two giving reader context for when and why quote was said.
Point #3 ?1 – 2 sentences providing commentary or analysis of above
Point #4?2nd concrete example (quote) from text, integrated smoothly (see proper quote integration in Point #2)
Point #5? 1 –2 sentences providing commentary or analysis of above
Point #6?3rd concrete example (quote) from text, integrated smoothly (if applicable)
Point #7?1 –2 sentences providing commentary or analysis of above
Point #8?Concluding statement that doesn’t restate, but instead answers “so what?”
AVOID THE FOLLOWING: “This quotes shows,” “This is significant,” and passive verbs (get rid of “is”)