For Friday, 4/17:

Response #1 (50 points)

Due: Friday, April 17th


Atwood v. Oates

Here is your first written chance (in this course) to turn personal preference into an analytical response.

Which story, of the last two read for Plot Week, do you prefer? Both authors are considered major writers of the 20th century; both, that is to say, have their literary merit, and are worth analysis.

So, focusing mostly on plot and its effects on the characters, what parts of your favored story – upon a close reading – makes the story worth sharing with readers 50 years from now?

Use specific detail from story. Quote lines from the text and explain in your own words how you understand these lines operating in the story – how do they make the story?

Guidelines: 12pt, Times New Roman (Cambria is okay); 1-2 pages double-spaced.
This will serve as a “diagnostic” as well as your first grade.