We reviewed the elements of a literary paragraph. Use the handouts I gave you, the chart you created for the poem, "Spring," and the model paragraph to complete a first draft response to the question regarding why the mother lets the children play.
Remember:
Thesis
Opinion
Proof
Explanation
Transition
Repeat with your next point: Opinion, Proof, Explanation
Transition
Repeat with your third point: Opinion, Proof, Explanation (Tie each point back to your thesis)
Conclude (Repeat your thesis in a more emotional way. Use synonyms.
Bring a double spaced first draft to class. Be prepared to edit with a partner.
