Of Mice and MenLiterary Analysis

Body Paragraph #3

ObjectivesToday I will:1.Reflect on feedback from paragraph 1.2. Identify quote sandwiches and

topic/transition sentences in a partner's paper.

3.Select and explain quotes that support my details for my body paragraph #3.

Reflecting on Body Paragraph #1Some things I noticed while giving feedback to Body

Paragraph #1:

• Remember, this is not just a summary of the plot.

• You are PROVING something. o Okay, so Lennie is a character--- you need to

prove something about Lennie's character. Lennie is a static character throughout the novel because....

• Be sure you are putting quotes into your paper correctlyo "Lennie hit the puppy" (69).

• Be sure you have a topic sentence for each body paragraph and you also lead out of each body paragraph to help with transitions.

• Be sure you are introducing and explaining each quote and transitioning in between each quote sandwich.

Body Paragraph #2Before handing this in, have a partner

highlight the following with different colored markers:

• Topic Sentence• Quote Sandwich #1• Quote Sandwich #2• Quote Sandwich #3

o Remember, each quote sandwich includes a context sentence (or lead in), the quote, and the significance or the quote (the So What??).

Body Paragraph #3Before starting this, revisit your 1-3-3

web and thesis statement.• What is your next point? • What are your supporting details? • What quotes should I use for each

supporting detail? o (remember, 3 quotes for each body

paragraph)

Supporting Details/Body Sentences• Remember to include the following for

each "quote sandwich"...• Context Sentence

o (leading in the quote)• The Quote

o (what supports your detail?)• Significance of Quote

o (how does this prove your point/thesis?)

Due Thursday• Body Paragraph #3 is due tomorrow,

11/14

• We will work on the conclusion tomorrow and it will be due on Friday. I will be doing final check-ins with you on Friday.

REMEMBER: You have limited time to come in and work with me before or after school on your paper.