2.  Read “The Lesson” by Toni Cade Bambara (p. 924) and thoroughly address and explain her use of point of view, as well as one (1) other element of fiction from this week’s readings (pp. 106-1

English 102
Short Essay #1: Short Fiction
Minimum: Four (4) pages
100 Points
Due: 7/1/19 @ 10:00 a.m.


Choose between one
(1) of the following prompts. DO NOT write about both of these stories.


1.  Read “The Fat Girl” by Andre Dubus (p. 914) and thoroughly address and explain his use of characterization, as well as one (1) other element of fiction from this week’s readings (pp. 106-183). How are these elements incorporated into this story and why are they important?
2.  Read “The Lesson” by Toni Cade Bambara (p. 924) and thoroughly address and explain her use of point of view, as well as one (1) other element of fiction from this week’s readings (pp. 106-183). How are these elements incorporated into this story and why are they important?
* Give your essay an original and engaging title.
* Write your essay in third person POV.
* Utilize a Times 12 point font.
* Craft your essay in MLA format.
* Include an MLA works cited page. 
* Cite at least two (2) times from the story.  You may cite more.
Fiction elements covered for this unit:
Structure: pp. 112-113
Imagery and Symbolism: pp. 124-126
POV: pp. 146-148
Setting and Atmosphere: pp. 159-160
Theme: pp. 176-177
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