Response Assignment #5:
In response to Reading for Oct. 4th
Due Oct. 4th (minimum 2 pages):
Write a 2 minimum page reflection piece about your thoughts on "Self Portrait" in South Loop Review, using the following questions below to help guide your response:
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After reading "Self Portrait," was the story, in fact, a "self portrait," as the title suggests? why? or why not?
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What do you think was the author's main point? Did she have one? Why or why not? Give examples.
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Was the author convincing? Why or why not?
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Was her writing engaging? Did you find it interesting to read? Could you relate to some or all of the writing? (Like what? give example/s) Did you find yourself laughing or chuckling at any point? (give examples - where?)
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What was it about the story and/or the author's style of storytelling that made it either easier or more difficult to read? give examples!
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Who was she writing to? And did you find this a useful tactic? How did this make you feel as a reader?
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Overall, did you think she was a good writer? WHY? GIVE EXAMPLES AND EXPLAIN!
** Always, always back up your thoughts with some example, quote, or explanation. |