Katy Comparison and Definition Report
Purpose: Focus on a topic or idea that could have multiple definitions or points of view (like
Romantic Love or the American Dream).
 Research and locate at least one poem or essay and at least two visual images
(painting, photo, drawing) that explore different points of view, attitudes or assumptions
about this idea.
 Write a 4-5 page Definition/Comparison essay (plus MLA Works Cited page) that defines
and compares the different points of view, attitudes, assumptions or stereotypes about
this issue.
Due Date: Wednesday, March 14
Critical Reading Journals: Provide complete Critical Reading journals for all the written texts
(poems, stories, songs) that you will compare.
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Visual Analysis Journals: Provide complete Visual Analysis journals for all the visual images
you will research or compare.
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Comparison Essay: Write a 4-5 page Definition/Comparison essay that defines and compares
the different points of view, attitudes, assumptions or stereotypes about this issue.
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Documentation: Provide clear documentation and an MLA Works Cited page for all of your
texts, images and research sources.
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Average Score:
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GRADE:
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