1. The Taste of Melon
By Borden Deal

2. Characters Protagonist: Narrator Antagonist: Mr. Wills
Minor characters: J.D, Freddy Grey, Willadean, Mom, Dad and Mrs. Wills

3. Setting Out in the countryside Swimming hole
Mr. Wills watermelon patch
Mr. Wills porch
The narrator’s house

4. Topic statement
A teenage boy wishes to prove himself to his friends, Willadean, and Mr. Wills

5. Theme Statements (2)
One shouldn’t assume things of another. There is always more than what one sees.
There is no victory in thievery.

6. Rating/Statement of Appeal
7.5
We chose to give this short story a 7.5 because we found the story somewhat interesting and appealing. It had a good wholesome meaning it and the message was portrayed well.