The content of the essay is important. You should construct a compelling argument using the topic suggestions and/or the major points from class notes. Develop each idea fully in each body paragraph. -The essay must be submitted through Turnitin. -The essay must have a thesis that provides, without announcing, a clear blueprint for the discussion to come. -The thesis should be the last sentence of the introduction. -Title the essay. -The essay should be at least three to five full pages. Not two and a half….. -The essay should contain an introduction, body paragraphs and a conclusion. -Write the essay in the third person. -Write the essay in the present tense. -The essay should contain no contractions. -Write the essay using MLA style. -The essay must contain one MLA parenthetical reference per body paragraph. Consult Purdue Owl. Consulting Purdue Owl is non-negotiable and not to be interpreted as merely a ″good idea,″ or ″if you have a chance,″ or ″maybe give it a quick look.″ You need to understand how to do in-text citations and how to create a Works Cited page for every source you use. The instructions and examples are in there. -Make your quotes short. Don′t try to fill up the essay with long, block quotes. -All or most of your quotes cannot be merely from the story, itself. They must be from outside sources. -The essay must have a works cited page. (Does not count toward essay length) -The essay must make use of at least five (5) library resources. Argue that “The Fall of The House of Usher” is representative of Gothic Literature. Discuss the classic elements of the genre that are on full display in the story such as: Gothic symbolism, the crack, the decaying, creepy, house, the twins and the strange connection they share, the setting, the atmosphere, sense of foreboding, mysterious storms, vampirism, resurrection etc.
