For your final paper you will be required to write an essay at least three pages long using

in depth research to craft a persuasive argument. You will analyze the Stephen King text,

Revival, and argue what you believe the book’s central theme is. What lesson or message does

the book teach readers? How do the elements of plot, character, setting, dialogue, point of view

help support the theme?

Your essay needs to be clear and unified under your thesis. Make sure to include specific

evidence from the book, to show how and why your evidence supports your thesis. Since this is

a shorter paper, focus on the most convincing evidence. Your essay should demonstrate your

understanding of the texts, and your ability to identify the theme using support chosen from

either characterization, setting, dialogue, or plot. Your essay should explain why these

differences matter in how we understand all three articles.

Use your own original ideas about your topic in conjunction with your outside evidence

to support your thesis. Make sure to follow proper MLA citation rules for all quotes and

paraphrases you use.

Grading Criteria

Successful papers will have:

1. A developed introductory paragraph, with a clear thesis. Explain what your topic is, and

what you will try and prove about your topic. Why is it important to accept your

argument? What elements of fiction will you use for support? (30 points)

2. Well-supported, unified body paragraphs with specific examples that reinforce your

thesis. Express your original ideas and insight you’ve gained about the book, to show

how and why readers should believe your points on book’s message. (30 points)

3. Your essay includes at least 3 quotes or paraphrases. Demonstrates an understanding of

key evidence you’ve selected. Use proper MLA citation. (5 points)

4. A conclusion that summarizes your main point, and offers a final thought about the value

of your argument. (5 points)

5. Your paper will also be thoroughly edited for sentence-level errors. (5 points