1. A Scarlet Ibis

2. Essay topic
Brother’s actions have serious effects on Doodle. Discuss two ways in which Brother’s choices affect his little brother.

3. “The Scarlet Ibis” essay Introduction
Start with 2 general comments to introduce your topic and end with a thesis
2 general CMS:
Thesis Statement: In the short story“The Scarlet Ibis,” by James Hurst, Brother’s (selfish) actions help and harm Doodle.

4. Topic Sentence #1
Although Brother’s reasons for helping Doodle are motivated by self-interest, Doodle does benefit from them. or Brother’s actions give Doodle a life worth living.

5. Topic Sentence #2 Brother pushes Doodle way past his physical limits.
Brother’s actions have serious consequences on Doodle’s health.
For instance,
Also,

6. A few reminders
Do not use “I” or “you” in a literature essay!!!
Avoid slang, would, could, should and contractions.
Cite all quotes (2 quotes per body paragraph using MLA format).

7. Hurst, James. "The Scarlet Ibis." Atlantic Monthly, July 1960, 174-183.