In 1000-1500 words, write a critical analysis essay that describes the tone of Sylvia Plath’s “Daddy.” Use the information learned in Chapter 5 of “How to Read a Poem” to influence your understanding of tone. As a means of supporting your analysis, cite four (4) quotes from the Plath poem.
Your paper should be written in MLA format and submitted through BB as a Word or PDF document no later than Thursday, 6/30, 6:00 p.m
Grading Criteria
This assignment is worth 30 points. Ask yourself these questions prior to submitting your paper. I will be asking myself these questions as I am grading your assignment to determine your final score.
Content—
➢ Did you read the assignment prompt and follow the instructions precisely?
➢ Does your thesis statement present a well-phrased argumentative stance on the topic?
➢ Did you effectively explain “tone” and how it is depicted in the poem?
➢ Does your essay contain in-text citations (evidence) that support your analysis?
Organization—
➢ Are your paragraphs properly structured and logically sequenced?
➢ Are there smooth transitions between and within paragraphs that create coherence and unity?
Formatting and Guidelines—
➢ Does your paper meet the word count?
➢ Is your paper properly formatted following MLA conventions?
Word Choice and LOCs—
➢ Is your word choice collegiate and conducive for a college-level paper? (no first-person pronouns)
➢ Did you properly proofread and edit your paper in order to eliminate any grammatical, mechanical, and punctuational errors?
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