Role Model Hero Essay
100 PointsTyped, Double-Spaced
All MLA Rules are to be used
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
Essay Structure: Intro
1. General Opener2. Mention the book3. 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.
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.
Essay Structure: Conclusion
1. Restate the thesis2. Discuss general
lessons from reading the memoir
Good Luck writing
Essay Due on Friday!