Analytical Essay
- Due Apr 8, 2023 by 11:59pm
- Points 300
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Some might object to the inclusion of the Georgics on the syllabus for a class on gardens. Defend the choice. What does this poem have to do with gardens? What themes in the poem contribute to our understanding of the gardens? Drawing on one of our theoretical readings, support your thesis with evidence from the text. Quest 1 requires 1000 words for this analytical essay. Analytical Essay Worksheet.docx Download Analytical Essay Worksheet.docx (You may find yourself referring to more than one of our other readings, and that's okay; "yogi's choice," as they say, but for full credit you need only engage with one reading.) |
Rubric
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Content
The essay answers the prompt with evidence drawn directly from the Georgics and from one of our theoretical readings from the semester.
The thesis statement is provided in the first paragraph. The first paragraph also sets up the organization of the essay. Directional terms like "first, second, finally" are encouraged.
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Communication
The essay is well written and displays a command of the basic mechanics of writing: spelling, punctuation, diction, grammar. This is best achieved when a draft has been read by our undergraduate TA or someone in the Writing Center. The amount of time you spend honing your writing is evident to the experienced eye.
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Critical Thinking
The essay has a thesis statement that is backed up with evidence from the text.
NO PLOT SUMMARY. Instead, the essay makes connections between the texts. In class discussions are designed to illustrate critical thinking; use our time in class to ask questions and make connections.
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Works Cited
At the end of the essay, include Works Cited, where you cite the exact translation of the Georgics that you are using, and the bibliographical information for the theoretical reading that you are referring to.
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Total Points:
300
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