An argumentative claim/thesis statement that answers the prompt in regards to your book
An introduction and conclusion paragraph which introduce and wrap up the argument
Body paragraphs which show how characters and empathy develop through situations and conversations
4-5 pieces of relevant textual evidence and explanation of how each piece of evidence connects to your claim/thesis statement
Integration of quotes into your essay
Transition words and phrases are used at the beginning of and throughout paragraphs
MLA in-text citations
3 pages, double spaced, 12-point font, Times New Roman
Submit on turnitin.com when finished
