Name _________________________________________ Date:_________ Block:____ Writing- FIRST DRAFT of Thesis Paragraph for “A Retrieved Reformation” Writing Task: At the end of “A Retrieved Reformation,” by O. Henry, Ben Price allows Jimmy Valentine to walk free instead of punishing him for his previous crimes. In a paragraph, discuss whether justice has been served in this situation. First draft due:___________________ Bring paragraph to class along with a red pen for revising and editing. Focus Skills for first draft: Use the ideas from your outline to construct your paragraph. Begin with a clear thesis to show what the paragraph will prove Include transitional words and phrases, especially when introducing examples. Provide context when introducing your supporting “quotations” (in other words, tell who the speaker of each quotation is) Avoid first person (“I,” “in my opinion” etc) and second person (“you”) - focus on discussing the characters and the story. Requirements for first draft: Must be typed and double spaced Times New Roman 12 point font Title is: Mini-Thesis for “A Retrieved Reformation” Include heading with name, date, and block