The assignment that we were given was to write a multi-paragraph thesis driven essay on The Kite Runner. Our first task was to write out possible thesis statements that would be looked at by Mr. Allen. After looking at these thesis statements, Mr. Allen made some comments on which direction we would like to take this essay towards. It was then up to me to talk to Mr. Allen to tell him what I was trying to tell my audience through my thesis statement. After a couple revisions I finally got my set thesis statement. Our next task was to write out our evidence plan. We had to find 4 possible examples from the story that support our thesis and then explain why the evidence supports the thesis. After finding the examples and explaining the reasons, I found out that my evidence was solid. However, I needed to revise my thesis statement a little. It is important to note that you should always think back to the past and think how you can improve that. That is exactly what I did. After adding the final touches to my evidence plan, I was told to write my essay.
When writing my essay I noticed multiple tendencies about myself. First of all one major thing that I like to do is just write and write and write and write... It is afterwards that I look back at my paper and start fixing it not only for grammar and spelling, but also for content. It is not until after I write my paper that I realize what needs to be condensed and what needs to be added. This is something that I would like to start doing at the same time as I write my paper. However, what surprises me is that I do extremely well in explaining my reasons for something. If I am given evidence, I can back my claim up and explain it real well. I may sometimes over explain it and need to condense it, however after doing a revision I get my point across. I also like the creativity of my writing. I do not use clear cut examples that are right in front of our faces. I like to use more deeper ideas and connections and then be able to connect them. I also like the questions that I ask myself and my teacher while writing my paper. These questions are valuable towards my writing and their answers often improve my writing in a great way. Aside from working on condensing my papers, I would also like to work on my introductions. This starts with the opener, but goes through with the thesis and bridge. The introduction is the most important part of the paper because it describes what is to come and therefore I would like to perfect my introductions. Overall however, the process of writing this essay was extremely beneficial.
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