When Hester first walks into the room, the narrator describes her as “tall, with a figure of perfect elegance”(50). OR When Hester first walks into the room, the narrator describes her as a regal beautiful woman: she was “tall, with a figure of perfect elegance”(50) OR The narrator uses the adjectives “tall,” “elegance,” “dark,” and “abundant” to describe Hester (50).

1. Quote= anything you take from a text, not just talking. 2. Put quotes in “quotes.” (obviously) 3. If you have a speaker, put the spoken words in ‘quotes’ surrounded by “quotes.” ex: “Daniel said, ‘Hey Ms. Dobbs.’ She looked up.”

 “Quote”(48).  “Quote!”(48).  “Quote?”(48).  “Quote.” (48). is wrong a. The period goes after the page number. b. There is no “Pg” –just the number

 ANALYSIS!!! Why is your quote important or significant? What does it show? THIS IS THE PART WHERE YOU SHOW YOUR BRAIN!!!!  After every quote, make sure you have at least ONE sentence showing the connection of that quote to your topic sentence.  Do NOT write the word “quote” in your literary analysis.

1- Name, class period, date at the top. 2- Double space ALL of your work, including this paragraph. 3- Do NOT delete my comments (unless you want to make me cry). Even if you think you have fixed something, leave the comment there. 4- Avoid contractions in formal writing (can’t, don’t, isn’t). Yup.

1- There is a list of transition words on my website. 2- There is also a rubric on my website. This will let you see how you will be graded. You are practicing many important life skills including being logical and, of course, reading carefully. And, having fun (yeah, right?)