Critical analysis essay

Purpose

The critical analysis essay will be based on one of the essays students have read thus far in the course or on a piece the instructor chooses. Write an essay that identifies and discusses one or two nonfiction elements that are most essential to the reading selection from our reading in Module 4/Learning Unit 4 Reading..

First, identify the nonfiction form from the class reading in Module 2 that is most important in the selection, One way to analyze the piece through the lens of sense of place is to imagine how the selection would be different without the form. Use the following information to help structure the essay. Remember you must use an essay from our book and you must cite the book, which is located in BiblU Tab on the left of your screen. You will use page numbers from the book for your citations. You may not use web addresses for the essay from somewhere. The book must be used. You may not use a work that is not in our book. If you do you will receive a 0 on the assignment. (You may request approval in advance to use something else that is a nonfiction essay, but I need to review and approve that at least 5 days before the assignment is due.)

Instructions

First, identify the nonfiction elementfor example, characterizationthat is most important in the selection. Next, explain why that element is important and whether the element had a positive or negative impact on the narrative and thus the reader. Use the following information to help structure the essay.

Introduction

In the first paragraph, identify the essays title and author. The opening paragraph must provide a broad, but accurate, synopsis of the selected essay as well as a clearly defined thesis statement. In the critical analysis essay thesis statement, identify the one or two nonfiction elements to discuss in the body paragraphs. Also, the thesis statement should clarify how the nonfiction elements impact the narrative.

Body Paragraphs

If writing about one nonfiction element, each body paragraph should provide an in-depth analysis of closely related examples of that element. If writing about two nonfiction elements, make sure to present a balanced exploration of both (e.g., two paragraphs of approximately the same length for each element). As supporting evidence, provide appropriate and sufficient direct quotations, paraphrases, and/or summaries, properly cited. Each paragraph should also include a combination of summary and analysis. Finally, if there is mention of a secondary character or related plot point that is not listed in the opening-paragraph synopsis, briefly explain this character or plot point.

Remember that when writing about literature, refer to actions and events that take place in the present tense. For example, instead of writing “The main character wanted to go to Bolivia,” write “The main character wants to go to Bolivia.”

Conclusion

The closing paragraph should restate the main idea discussed in the essay but should not repeat the language in the introduction or body paragraphs verbatim. The conclusion is the final opportunity to make a lasting impression on the reader. Think about excellent books or movies that have memorable endings. What characteristics make those endings memorable? Do the final words or images leave a question in audiences mind? Do they prompt one to action? A strong conclusion resonates with the reader, casting a net beyond the confines of the text to make a statement or observation about the larger world.

Format Requirements

• Write 500600 words, five paragraph minimum
• Follow standard MLA style format requirements

Refer to the Write and MLA Style sections in The Little Seagull Handbook for guidance in writing and formatting your essay. A planning worksheet is included to use in developing the essay.

Submission

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This is the outline used to draft this – idk if this is helpful or not but here you go ;

Planning Worksheet: Critical Analysis Essay

Directions

Before starting the critical analysis essay, complete the planning worksheet and submit it to the

instructor according to the instructor guidelines.

1. Your introduction should include both the title and authors name (first and last name, e.g.,

Michael Wolff) of the essay you will analyze. Write or type this information.

2. List the one or two nonfiction elements you will discuss in your essay.

3. Write or type your working thesis statement.

4. If you chose two nonfiction forms, list the order in which you intend to discuss them.

5. List at least three examples from the essay that you will use in your essay.