Homework for week of 9/23

Monday: Finish Costello essay. Due Tuesday. Here is the criteria for grading: rock grade slip
Tuesday:For block day, read Amherst College Exemplar essays
As you read, answer these questions for each essay.
What is the writer's strengths? How does the writer utilize VOICE? Example?
Which is your favorite essay? Why?
What would an admissions officer infer about this candidate? How are you making your decision?
Begin Imitation assignment. Due Friday.
Block day: Work on Imitation assignment. NOW DUE ON MONDAY, 9/30.

Friday:
1. Research literary research/author subject. Have your decision by Tuesday, 10/1.
2. Read this short Op/Ed piece by Phillip Lopate: The Essay, An Exercise in Doubt.
3. Imitation assignment due on Monday, 9/30.