for smith bayville only

Progression 2 Essay Prompt: Write an expository essay in which you explain what is the message or purpose of the novel Every Day by David Levithan. Your interpretation of the novel's message is your thesis statement. Consider how the characters, plot, setting, conflict, imagery, symbolism, etc. contribute to this message.

Final Draft Criteria:

1. Topic Selection: Focuses on one specific interpretation about the book Every Day.

2. Title: The title should be both creative and informative.

3. Thesis: Makes a clear, specific, and debatable argument about the novel's purpose/message.

4. Development/Support: Ideas are fully developed. Several quotes from Every Day have been used (and perhaps anecdotal evidence) to support your thesis.

5. Content: The essay contains enough evidence from the novel to be potentially convincing (this includes examples from the novel: plot, characters, conflict, etc.) The ideas are clear and well thought out.

6. Organization: The ideas appear in a logical order. The paper uses transitions to move from one idea to the next. Each body paragraph should discuss a different point.

7. Spelling/Grammar/Mechanics: The paper is virtually free of spelling, grammar, or mechanical errors.

8. Page Length: The paper is at least 3 complete pages long. Papers less than 3 COMPLETE pages will not earn a passing grade.

9. MLA Citation: The paper uses MLA style citation for quotes, paraphrases, summaries, and a Works Cited page.

10. MLA Formatting: The paper uses MLA formatting, including 12 point Times New Roman font, double spacing, one inch margins, etc.