ENGL 1302 LSC Alice Walker Everyday Use Story Analysis Relationship Dynamics Essay

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700-800 word essay Times New Roman Size 12 Font MLA Format analyzing the short story “Everyday Use” by Alice Walker

intro stating the central idea underlined

three body paragraphs describing the central character(s) in the story and relate characters to the central idea, the central conflict of the story and its relationship to the central idea, and Identify the most significant language techniques used in the story and explain how these techniques help convey the central idea.

and one last concluding paragraph.

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ENGL 1302 Analytical Essay I Final Draft Due Date: April 11th at 11:59 p.m. via Blackboard Instructions: Using “Everyday Use” by Alice Walker, write a paper of analysis in which you discuss the elements of fiction below in relation to the central idea of the story. Throughout your essay, use examples from the story to support your discussion of each element. The paper must be between 700 and 800 words (excluding header, heading, and title). No outside sources (other than Walker’s text) are needed for this essay. You must use your own analytical thoughts. You also need to include a works cited page containing the full citation for Alice Walker’s “Everyday Use.” Summary (one paragraph) 1. Write an introduction to the paper. 2. State the central idea (underline). Analysis (three paragraphs total) Discuss the following elements and provide the suggested analysis for each. a. Describe the central character(s) in the story and relate characters to the central idea. b. Describe the central conflict of the story and its relationship to the central idea. c. Identify the most significant language techniques used in the story and explain how these techniques help convey the central idea. Conclusion (one paragraph) ENGL 1302 Grading Rubric Assessment Areas Content Insightful/original Organization Thesis Grammar/Mechanics Spelling Documentation* Summarize Thorough understanding of subject Logically presented introduction, body and conclusion Punctuation Paraphrase Agreement Incorporation of quotations Clear purpose (analyze, evaluate, etc.) and audience Paragraph organization, unity and cohesion Fragments, run-ons, and splices Appropriate to the topic Syntax Adequate evidence and support (detail) In-text citations Pronoun use Works cited Word choice Number of sources Sentence pattern variety Rubric Content _______ Organization _______ Grammar/Mechanics _______ Documentation _______ Superior: 5 Good: 4 Acceptable:3 Limited: 2 Poor: 1 Superior: 5 Good: 4 Acceptable:3 Limited: 2 Poor: 1 Superior: 5 Good: 4 Acceptable:3 Limited: 2 Poor: 1 Superior: 5 Good: 4 Acceptable:3 Limited: 2 Poor: 1 Total _____ x 5 = ______ Essay Score Comments Comments Comments Comments Credible sources chosen
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Outline for Everyday Use Analysis
Introduction: Everyday Use explores the factors that influence a mother’s
unconditional love.
Body:






Character analysis of Mama
Character analysis of Maggie
Character Analysis of Dee
Conflict: The quilts
Literary devices in story

Conclusion: The weaponizing of education and Maggie’s understanding of heritage
swayed Mama to give her the quilts.


Everyday Use explores the relationship dynamics that exist between Mama and her
daughters, Maggie and Dee. Mama’s narration gives insight to the women’s
characters. The dispute over the quilts gives the reader insight into the underlying
conflict: the extent to which a mother’s unconditional love is challenged by her
daughters’ different interpretations of heritage and the divisive role of education.
Mama describes herself as an atypical woman that does work that challenges
gender roles established by society. Her television appearance fantasy where Dee
embraces her gives insight to the isolated nature of their r...

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