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Flowers for Algernon – Essay Assignment
Choose ONE of the following prompts and complete a formal literary essay on Flowers for Algernon.
1. It is through relationships with others that a character’s outlook on life can change. Show that
this statement is true or untrue for the novel Flowers for Algernon.
2. Characters come to a deeper understanding of themselves or society when isolated or alone.
Show that this statement is true or untrue for the novel Flowers for Algernon.
3. Often an author is critical of some aspect of society. Show that this statement is true or untrue for
the novel Flowers for Algernon.
** Circle the prompt you’ve chosen!!
Pointers:
 Make sure you use proper formal essay structure and style (review ALL notes on essay writing
and pointers, categorization, MLA format, transitions, etc.);
 You need at least two examples for each of your three main points; at least three of your six
examples need to be quotations (the other three may be paraphrases);
 Your essay should be 500-700 words in length;
 You will need to complete and hand in an outline, rough draft and a good copy (in proper MLA
format with a works cited).
 You should have your rough draft PEER-EDITED by a classmate!
 The outline and rough draft of this assignment MUST be completed in class.
Organizational Chart for a formal Essay
(Use point form notes to help you organize your ideas.)
• Introductory statement:
• Thesis statement:
• 3 key points:
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First supporting idea:
Second supporting idea:
Third supporting idea:
Example 1A:
Example 2A:
Example 3A:
Explanation (Connect to thesis):
Explanation (Connect to thesis):
Explanation (Connect to thesis):
Example 1B:
Example 2B:
Example 3B:
Explanation (Connect to thesis):
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Conclusion: (summarize thesis statement)
Refer to supporting idea(s):
Final statements:
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