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Thursday, September 11, 2014

810 Notes on Student Reading Responses

Grace's RR
Focus:
- straightforward; explains relationship with quotations/textual evidence
- character's problems/fears/difficulties: Isabel's fears and difficulties

Structure:
- essay format: intro, body paragraphs, conclusion

Ideas:
- first paragraph/intro: state the main focus/main idea
- do not shift focus because it's confusing; stay on main focus
- in conclusion, make sure to develop the main idea more fully; leave the reader thinking; show your "wonder"; include what you liked and learned from the text
- sophisticated vocabulary and grammar
- meaningful voice/tone: gives quotes to show understanding; discusses the character in a passionate and somewhat personal way
- describe the emotions in the text
- be short and to the point

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