Class Work

Tell me a story...

What makes a good story? (Brainstorm at your table/Share with the class.) These are the same elements you should include in the story of your artifact.


1. Share your story. Also, identify your audience. Are you writing for a friend? Are you writing for a specific relative? Perhaps you are writing to the class or public at large. All are fine choices.

Your homework was to tell the story of your artifact. You needed to describe it. You should have told  how it came into your possession. In addition,you should have explained what the artifact says about you. How does it reflect your personality, beliefs, and actions? Refer to the assignment sheet for other suggestions. Post the story of your artifact and you in MyCompLab by Tuesday. Bring a paper copy to class or be able to call it up on the computer for a bit of sharing. (25 pts)



3. As you think about the entire essay,consider the following:

• Definition of "artifact". http://www.thefreedictionary.com/artifact If this definition does not work with your essay, you will need a definition of your own.
• Quotations or lyrics from songs...these popular elements help to bring the reader into your paper.
• Have there been any new stories that relate to items such as yours?
• Does your item appear in any literature? Consider including a line or a reference.
• How about current popular media such as TV shows or movies - has an item such as yours been featured in any of these?
• Quotations from relatives about the artifact are useful.
• Quotations from friends, family, and classmates may also be used.

It is now time to put the essay in final form. Do not forget to tell what the artifact says about you. How will you weave it all together?

Look back at the assignment sheet for more tips.

Here is another example of a personal narrative:
http://grammar.ccc.commnet.edu/grammar/composition/narrative.htm Elephant example

If you need to read another example, see pp. 145-149 in Write Now.

Homework: Get ready for the exam.
IMPORTANT:   Thursday is EXAM DAY and the last day of class. You MUST attend the exam. This is a college policy. I cannot change it!

 Plan on being here! We meet at the regular time. You have the entire time to finalize the paper. Peer editing is encouraged.

There will be a space to post your exam essay in MyCompLab. It will be available on Thursday.