Tuesday, 2/12/08
Copy homework into assignment book.
MTP Example, Second Paragraph:
     As a newspaperman and later as a lecturer, Twain traveled widely. His book Roughing It is based on his trip to a Nevada silver mine, and Innocents Abroad was inspired by his travels in Europe. Among his other works are A Connecticut Yankee in King Arthur's Court and The Prince and the Pauper. Many of his writings are still popular today, and he is often quoted.

Make chart for 600 Words. (2/6-2/12)

DWA. - Counts for 600 words. Use for EITHER today or for next Tuesday.
I. Thesis: "What is the story really about?"
II. Brief summary
III. Examples to prove your thesis
IV. Conclusion
Prompt:
Write a complete essay in which you explain how "Thank You M'am" by Langston Hughes shows the importance of trust.  Be sure to include a thesis statement in your introduction. Support all ideas with full paragraphs built around evidence from the story. You may also describe an experience of your own to make your point about Hughes's theme. Be sure to explain how the experience relates to the importance of trust in the story.

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