In Homer’s epic poem, The Iliad, two central characters, Hector and Achilles, stand as contrasting heroic figures. This essay prompts you to explore and analyze the similarities and differences between Hector and Achilles, considering their strengths, weaknesses, character development, motivations, and the impact they have on the narrative.
Your paper should be 3-4 pages in MLA Style and a separate Works Cited page. Cite at least ONE scholarly source to support your views. DO NOT REFERENCE OUTSIDE SOURCES (Google, Wikipedia, student guides, encyclopedias, dictionaries, etc.). DO NOT PLAGIARIZE. Plagiarism results in an “F” on the paper, and the paper and it cannot be re-done. A second instance of plagiarism results in automatic failure of the course.
Per standard composition format:
1. Create your own title for your paper. Capitalize the first letter of all main words in your essay title. Do not title your essay “Much Ado About Nothing” or “Research Essay.”
2. Indent paragraphs.
3. Spell the author’s name correctly (William Shakespeare).
4. Use the author’s surname (last name) after mentioning him by full name: Shakespeare.
Essay Structure:
1. All writing must be double-spaced (not 2.5), with 12 pt. font (not 14).
2. MLA formatted heading.
3. A title for your essay, centered.
4. Clear opening paragraph with thesis statement and signal phrase (mentioning full name of author and title of text).
5. Clear topic sentences.
6. Quotations (properly introduced and cited). Do not use long quotes. Keep the similarity rating to a maximum of 20%. If it exceeds that, try shortening a few quotes and paraphrasing more.
7. Transitional phrases to move from paragraph to paragraph.
8. Vary your diction (word choice) so that your sentences don’t all begin the same way.
9. Do NOT use ANY dictionary or encyclopedia definitions in your writing–do not write: “The dictionary defines___ as…” or “Webster’s Dictionary defines___ as….”
10. A clear conclusion.
