Author Study Comparison/Contrast Essay
Due March 12, 2008
Within every story the author takes the reader on a journey of discovery that involves the following story elements:
Setting (place & time period)
Character Traits, Character Development, or Relationships
Conflict & Events (that leads to a resolution to the conflict)
Theme
Author’s Writing Style (types of words used, figurative language, made up
language, point of view, etc)
You are expected to compare and contrast the three books you read for your Author Study in a 4-5 paragraph essay. You must include the following in your essay:
___An introductory paragraph that begins in an interesting way, includes topic
sentences for each body paragraph, and at least one personal reflection
___A paragraph that clearly describes 2-3 similar story elements
___A paragraph that describes 2-3 contrasting story elements in the three books
___A paragraph that identifies connections between the author’s life and things
mentioned in the books (if any), and/or other connections
___A concluding paragraph that will sum-up your essay. It should include more
reflections, personal opinions, other important information, etc.
*****************************Things to remember*****************************
*Each body paragraph should have a topic sentence and details that explain only that topic.
*Use the names of your books when describing similar or contrasting story elements
within the two books.
For example: In the Bud Not Buddy book ________ happened. However in the
Where the Red Fern Grows book __________occurred.
*Use transition words such as: however, like, both, similarly, although, (see your
Language Network book for more transition words
*The essay must be typed, double-spaced, using a 12 – 14 size font
*Be sure to check the assessment on the back of this paper to make sure you
included everything that is expected.
Name_______________________________________
Author Study
Comparison and Contrast Essay Assessment
The essay should contain the following:
____/ 4 pts. An introductory paragraph that begins in an interesting way, include
topic sentences for each body paragraph, and at least one personal reflection.
_____/ 4 pts. - A paragraph that clearly describes 2 -3 similar story elements
within the three books and includes examples.
______/ 4 pts. - A paragraph that describes 2-3 contrasting story elements in the
three books and includes examples.
______/ 4 pts. - A paragraph that identifies connections between the author’s life
andthings mentioned in the books (if any), and/or other connections.
______/ 4 pts. - A concluding paragraph that thoroughly sums up the essay.
______/2 pts. - Paper is neatly typed, double-spaced, using a 12 – 14 size font
______/ 2 pts. - Grammar
______/ 2 pts. - Mechanics
______/ 4 pts. - Each paragraph has topic sentences and examples or specific
details that explains only one topic per paragraph.
______/ 10 pts. – Detailed Graphic Organizer is included
________/ 40 pts.
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