Dear Class,
This is the week for getting your second essay as strong as possible and submitting it by Saturday evening! Essay #2 is worth 100 points, it ought to be 5-6 pages long (not including the Works Cited page), and it needs to honor scoring rubric requirements to receive a high score.
Reflecting on Week 11:
I empathized as I read about Steinbeck's trek across America. Like he says, trips have their own personalities, and they take us, rather than allowing us to take them. This book felt so much "safer" to me than Grapes of Wrath, my favorite of his novels. I appreciated your comments in the discussion boards about symbols, characters, and journeys.
Looking forward to Week 12:
- I have posted meeting times so we may conference about your essays. If you want me to read your draft before we meet, please submit your draft at least 24 hours before we meet. If the meeting times I have posted won't work for you, you may email me the very best version of your essay by Tuesday evening, and I will offer some feedback on it via email by Thursday evening.
- I hope you feel like this American literature journey has been enriching and worthwhile. Fahrenheit 451 is a comparatively "easy" read because it is plot-driven, so it shouldn't take very long to get through it and let it get though you.
It has been such a pleasure working with you. I am praying for your happiness and success. Reach out if you need me!
Sincerely,
Sister Bowen
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