While you reread the OC Writes prompt, you will underline what you are being asked to do
(key verbs) and circle what you are being asked to look for in order to respond to the prompt
(literary devices, figurative language). To receive credit for this portion, you must show Ms.
Joyner your work, which must be accurate. You will have 5 minutes to complete this individually. __________________________________________________________________________ Write an explanatory essay in which you compare and/or contrast themes about life found in the two texts and analyze the development of those themes over the course of the texts. You might consider diction, imagery, tone, and point of view, but feel free to develop your own focus for analysis. Your essay must be based on the ideas and information found in the texts. Manage your time carefully so that you can:
● read the passages;
● plan your response;
● write your response; and
● revise and edit your response