Step by step character analysis essay for Ms.

Brown If you are starting a novel: (You will be keeping notes in your journal) 1. Read a novel (fiction book). 2. Pick a character probably the main character. 3. As you read, write down words that describe him/her. Aim for 4 traits and 5 pieces of evidence for each one. a. Write down the sentence that makes you think that. (Collecting evidence) b. Include the page number. i. Example: Patient I took a whole hour to put my head in the door (78) If you have finished the novel: (You may choose to use the Graphic Organizer I provided.) 1. List 10-12 traits (adjectives) that describe the character. 2. Pick the best three. 3. Collect Evidence. You will need 5-7 pieces of evidence. a. Write down the trait, then why you think that. b. Then write down the sentence that makes you think that. c. Include the page number i. Example: Patient I took a whole hour to put my head in the door (78) After you have collected your evidence: 1. Write your thesis statement. A thesis is a statement you defend or explain. Remember, you must include the So what? a. Example: Because she is a fearless, trustful, and generous woman, Mrs. Jones teaches Roger a lesson he will remember. b. This includes the So what? Because she is fearless, trusting, and generous, she is able to teach the kid a lesson. 2. Get your thesis approved. You will probably have to rework your thesis three or four times. This is sophisticated work. Do not get discouraged! Rewriting is NORMAL! 3. If your thesis is approved, write your body paragraphs. a. Include evidence. i. Use quotation marks around the authors words ii. Include page numbers in parentheses Example: When he falls down on the sidewalk, Mrs. Jones simply turned around and kicked him right square in his blue jeaned sitter. (78). 4. 5. 6. 7. Write the introduction Write the conclusion Make sure your paper is in MLA format Print and turn in!

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