Writing Reflection for ”Antigone”

) Create a Word Document

2) Create a MLA heading

3) Title Your document, Writing Reflection for “Antigone”

4) Follow the steps below. Your essay should be 500 words or more

I. Start your essay with a Summary:

In your own words, provide a brief summary of the main events and resolution in “Antigone” This section of your essay should be no more than 100-150 words.

II. Then in the body paragraphs, transition to a personal connection:

Share your personal reactions to the story. Reflect on any emotions it evoked in you and whether you found aspects of the plot or characters relatable, in particular Antigone and Creon. You should use first person in this section of your paper. Refer back to specific parts of the text, using direct quotes (at least 3-4 lines at a time, instead of fragmented lines). Practice using the in-text citation guidelines for plays posted in the module. Finally, it is necessary that you use the same version of the play that I posted in the module (the written play) for your direct quotes.

III. Finally, in the conclusion:

Conclude by summarizing your overall personal response to “Antigone”

Note:

• Keep your response focused on your individual thoughts and feelings, allowing for a brief but meaningful reflection on your personal engagement with the story.
• You should use first person.
• You should also provide examples as well as textual evidence from the play to support your essay.

Rubric

Writing Reflection (1)

Writing Reflection (1)

CriteriaRatingsPtsThis criterion is linked to a Learning Outcome

Word count is over 500

If the document is not close to the word count minimum, the student will not receive credit for the assignment.

If the student is slightly under the word count (by 50 words or less) there will be a deduction of 10 points

10 pts

Full Marks

0 pts

No Marks

10 pts

This criterion is linked to a Learning Outcome

MLA heading and in-text citations

10 pts

Full Marks

5 pts

No Marks

10 pts

This criterion is linked to a Learning Outcome

Summary

Gives a basic plot explanation without plagiarizing. Word count is around 100-150 in this section (relatively short)

10 pts

Full Marks

0 pts

No Marks

10 pts

This criterion is linked to a Learning Outcome

Personal connection

Relates to the text in a personal reflection.

15 pts

Full Marks

0 pts

No Marks

15 pts

This criterion is linked to a Learning Outcome

Style and Mechanics

20 pts

Full Marks

0 pts

No Marks

20 pts

This criterion is linked to a Learning Outcome

Paragraph development

Paragraphs begin with a main idea and provide examples from the story or personal life to support the topic.

25 pts

Full Marks

0 pts

No Marks

25 pts

This criterion is linked to a Learning Outcome

Conclusion

Paper summarizes main points and concludes with a strong last impression.

10 pts

Full Marks

0 pts

No Marks

10 pts

Total Points: 100