Themes in The Outsiders
1.Pick one: Innocence, Loneliness, Misunderstanding
2. In each chapter, give information that relates to the topic/theme.
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Draw a conclusion The Outsiders Essay
Write a five-paragraph essay about the theme of the book.
Paragraph 1 – Introduction *Start with a quote from the book that shows the theme (innocence, loneliness, or misunderstanding). Include the title of the book and the author, punctuated correctly. *Give some background about the book. * Write a thesis statement that includes the theme you are discussing.
Paragraph 2 Write about how the theme is shown in the first few chapters of the book; how does the author show it relating to Ponyboy and the other characters? Use quotes and specific examples.
Paragraph 3 Write about how the theme is shown in the middle chapters of the book; how does the author show it relating to Ponyboy and the other characters? Use quotes and specific examples.
Paragraph 4 Write about how the theme is shown in the ending chapters of the book; how does the author show it relating to Ponyboy and the other characters? Use quotes and specific examples.
Paragraph 5 - Conclusion *Restate your thesis statement *Give a general statement about the meaning of the book’s theme to you. *Include a significant quote about the theme. The Outsiders Essay Rubric
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Category Possible Your Score Content: All paragraphs followed directions, had specific examples and details. Used quotes to show the 10 theme. Theme explained completely. Style: Used specific vocabulary, verbs. Avoided “you.” Kept in third person except at the end when making a 10 statement about meaning. Sentence Formation: Used a variety of sentences. Sentences complete and punctuated correctly. 10 Usage Correct usage of “there/their” “your/you’re,” etc. All language used correctly. 10 Mechanics Correct capitalization, punctuation. Title punctuated correctly. All words spelled correctly. 10 Total -10 points off per day