Tomorrow, When the War Began
There will be TWO Essays for TWTWB (One in class and one timed)
1) Persuasive Essay
In Tomorrow, When the War Began John Marsden offers a
hypothetical scenario of teenagers being the only hope for the future
if Australia was invaded by another country. Is his message hopeful
or not?
Persuasively explain and support your main ideas (arguments) and
link to a clear contention. Use TEEL and include quotes. (800-1000
words)
2) Analytical Essay (Discursive)
What are the main themes in Tomorrow, When the War Began?
Your essay should logically build as a discussion, with each idea
naturally leading to the next. Use TEEL structure and the characters,
events and ideas in the novel to support what you believe to be
important.
Both essays should display…
Introduction – establishes context, details what you are discussing,
addresses topic, makes contention clear and previews what will be
discussed
Body Paragraphs (at least THREE) – Use TEEL, have clear topic
sentences, explain properly, contain key quotes (Phrases, dialogue)
and references to text, link coherent to main topic
Conclusion – Revisits topic, reminds what has been discussed and
evaluates the purpose of the discussion (why these ideas are
significant or meaningful for the reader)