“Harrison Bergeron” Essay Prompt
Oftentimes, writers create an exaggerated world as a lens to which people may see, question, or challenge their own societies. Writers challenge people’s thinking through a world that may share similarities with the reader’s world, with some distortions through the use of symbolism in order to make a statement, a critique about society.
In an essay for your teacher, identify and support the social commentary in Kurt Vonnegut’s “Harrison Bergeron” by analyzing significant symbolism throughout the story that reveals this message.
Remember to do the following:
· Write a creative title based on ideas
· Include a thesis and supporting topic sentences containing a rationale
· Limit ONE Quote per paragraph; two sentences minimum, and no more than three sentences each
· Use formal and accurate language* see Agenda Board
· Use meaningful transitions throughout the writing to connect ideas
· Follow G.E.H. Structure for introduction, body, and conclusion
· Use important handouts and text (for embedded passage-3 lines or longer)
· maintain 10 minute paragraphs; you can always go back and add if there is time
· Write neatly, staple your Plan Sheet to your essay
“Harrison Bergeron” Essay Prompt
Oftentimes, writers create an exaggerated world as a lens to which people may see, question, or challenge their own societies. Writers challenge people’s thinking through a world that may share similarities with the reader’s world, with some distortions through the use of symbolism in order to make a statement, a critique about society.
In an essay for your teacher, identify and support the social commentary in Kurt Vonnegut’s “Harrison Bergeron” by analyzing significant symbolism throughout the story that reveals this message.
Remember to do the following:
· Write a creative title based on ideas
· Include a thesis and supporting topic sentences containing a rationale
· Limit ONE Quote per paragraph; two sentences minimum, and no more than three sentences each
· Use formal and accurate language* see Agenda Board
· Use meaningful transitions throughout the writing to connect ideas
· Follow G.E.H. Structure for introduction, body, and conclusion
· Use important handouts and text (for embedded passage-3 lines or longer)
· maintain 10 minute paragraphs; you can always go back and add if there is time
· Write neatly, staple your Plan Sheet to your essay