Your first analysis essay, an analysis of a passage by Rachel Carson, is located here. You can review the handout on writing an analysis essay here and might even take a peek at this sample paragraph if you are struggling with it.
Topic Sentence Sample
Carson argues (lines 1-32) that humans have opened up an all-out war against nature, using poisons to eradicate every species that inconveniences us.
Due Date
- Periods 1, 5: Sunday 1:00 p.m.
- Period 2: Monday, 1:00 p.m.
Revisions
Revisions are due in class, with the first draft attached, on Friday in class. These three handouts will be mightily helpful as you revise: