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Shakespeare Stealer Final Essay
Possible Topics (Choose ONE):
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Should Widge be allowed to stay on as a player with Chamberlain’s Men?
Provide two-three convincing reasons why or why not. (No HI-C)
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Several of the characters in Shakespeare Stealer have significant secrets. Identify
them and explain how these are important to the development of the plot and
characters of the novel?
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What did Widge learn about loyalty and friendship throughout the course of the
novel? Include the events that led him to change.
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What is a problem that you have experienced in your life that can connect to
something Widge has had to deal with? Describe and compare/contrast the
problems, solutions, what was learned, etc.
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A topic of your choice—get approval from Mrs. Lagace prior to writing.
Requirements:
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Essays should be four to five (HI-C) paragraphs in length.
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Introductions must include a cited quote from the book that relates to your topic.
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Introductions must have a clear thesis statement.
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Conclusions must tie back in to the ideas put forth in the introduction.
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Body paragraphs must include evidence from the book to support your ideas.
Brainstorm:
Quote from Book
Explain Quote/Draw reader In
Thesis Statement
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Supporting Details
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Summary Statement
Tie Back to Conclusion
Final Thought for Reader