1. Role Model Hero Essay 100 Points Typed, Double-Spaced All MLA Rules are to be used

2. Essential Questions for Essay: 1.What universal qualities do great role models and/or heros possess? 2.What choices enable a person to conquer challenges while others fail? Think about your answers and how they apply to your book’s character

3. Essay Structure: Intro 1.General Opener 2.Mention the book 3.Thesis (specific) (Main Character), (statement about who they are), possesses _______ and ______ which characterizes him/her as a heroic role model. Dave Pelzer, an abuse survivor, possesses bravery and fortitude which characterizes him as a heroic role model.

4. Essay Structure: Body For Body Paragraphs use plot moments and direct quotes using MLA format to prove your role model has the trait indicated in the thesis. Give at least two examples from the book of the trait and explain how this example demonstrates that trait.

5. Essay Structure: Conclusion 1.Restate the thesis 2.Discuss general lessons from reading the memoir

6. Good Luck writing Essay Due on Friday!