USE THE BOOK RUDOLPH FISHER- THE CITY OF REFUGE
Directions:
Write a focused, well-organized 1000-1250-word critical analysis essay that takes up a discussion of one or more of the readings we’ve covered in class so far. You are to explore at least part of one or all of one of the readings. Your discussion should take up at least one of the following forms of textual analysis: meanings and possible interpretations of the work (i.e. close reading), theme (s), character (and character development), plot, structure, setting, and literary and cultural archetypes, etc. with an emphasis on your evaluation of the reading(s).
In your discussion, make sure to pay attention to historical eras and refer to specific passages and other details. Since the essay will require you to analyze and interpret the readings, little to no research is required. The essay can be submitted electronically via email. If you incur issues with email submissions, submit a hard copy on the day the exam essay is due.
At the end of your introductory paragraph, write a thesis sentence that clarifies the major points you want to make about these readings (remember, your final thesis sentence can be constructed after you’ve worked out your main discussion and argument). Give your essay a title and use MLA format for citing. Your essay should be your own work, not patches of opinion and information from online and other sources. In whatever rare instances that you use online resources, be sure to cite these clearly and properly. Also pay attention to the specific directions above, and remember:
a) Title your essay (try something interesting)
b) Cite all your quotations and sources.
c) Use the MLA format to cite references.
d) Proofread carefully for grammar and spelling.
e) Submit paper to the link Essay 1 in Dropbox under Assessment of eLearn
f) Late papers will incur a penalty. (see syllabus for late policy)
g.) Minimum of1,000 words
h.) Do not use the second person point of view. The term “you” should
only be used if it is in a direct quote.
