Learning Target: By the end of the lesson: I will be able to write a precise thesis statement, create an outline for an analytical essay and produce an argument text responding to a piece of literature. Success Criteria: * I can conduct a research and find out the main elements of an analytical essay. * I can read a model text and determine the structure & elements of an analytical text. * I can write a precise clear thesis statement. * I can create an outline for my analytical essay. * I can write an analytical argument essay responding to the reviewed section of Beowulf.

1. Analytical Essay
An Argument Responding
to Literature
Teacher: Rajaa Laghrissi
12th Grade
Standards
11-12.W.1 Write arguments to support claims in an analysis of substantive
topics or texts using valid reasoning and relevant and sufficient evidence.
11-12.W.10 Write routinely over extended time frames and shorter time
frames for a range of tasks, purposes, and audiences.

2. Table of contents
Write the final draft and
assessyour writing using the
given checklist and rubric.
Introduction to literary
analysis writing
Determine the structure and
elements of an analytical text.
Planning and writing
the first Draft
01
04
02
03
Engage Explore
Explain Elaborate

3. What
I know.
What I want
to know.
What I have
learned.
KWL
What do you know about analytical essays?

4. Learning Target & Success Criteria:
Learning Target: By the end of the lesson:
● I will be able to write a precise thesis statement, create an outline for an
analytical essay and produce an argument text responding to a piece of
literature.
Success Criteria:
* I can conduct a research and find out the main elements of an analytical essay.
* I can read a model text and determine the structure & elements of an analytical text.
* I can write a precise clear thesis statement.
* I can create an outline for my analytical essay.
* I can write an analytical argument essay responding to the reviewed section of Beowulf.
Monday, October 9, 2023
Tuesday, October 10, 2023

5. - Do you like reading literature? Why/Why not?
Warm up
- Do you like Writing? Why/Why not?
- Have you ever written to respond to literature?

6. Engage
01
Introduction to literary
analysiswriting
Success Criteria:
1. I conduct a research and find out the main
elements of an analytical essay.

7. Jump Start
1. Writedowntwo thingsyouhave learned about eithertaking
astand or winning after reading and viewingthe selection
fromBeowulf.
2. Citespecificexamplesfromthe text to supportyour ideas.
3. Share youranswers
Success Criteria:
1. I conduct a research and
find out the main elements
of an analytical essay.

8. * Research is a dynamic
process that can be organized
into four stages: Exploring,
Investigating, Processing, and
Creating. As you work through
a research project, you may
move back and forth between
these stages as your
understanding evolves.
Success Criteria:
1. I conduct a research and find out the
main elements of an analytical essay.

9. Find out the main elements
of an argument responding
to literature
Create a list of main
elements.
Compare your list to
your partner's one
Conduct a Research on:
Argument responding
to Literature Essay
Elements
Follow these clues:
Use authentic websites.
Success Criteria:
1. I conduct a research and find out the
main elements of an analytical essay.

10. * What is an Argument?
An Argument
is a logical way of presenting a
viewpoint or belief
is a stand on an issue
* How can an argument be a response to literature?
→ One form of writing an argument is a response to literature, a deep
analysis of some aspects of a text that leads to a conclusion or claim
about the text, the author’s intent, or the relation of the text to human
behavior or world events.
Success Criteria:
1. I conduct a research and find out the main
elements of an analytical essay.

11. Elements of an argument responding to literature
An argument is a logical way of presenting a viewpoint, belief, or stand on an issue. One form of
argument is a response to literature, a deep analysis of some aspect of a text that leads to a
conclusion or claim about the text, the author’s intent, or the relation of the text to human behavior
or world events. A well-written argument may convince the reader or change the reader’s mind. An
effective argument contains these elements:
• a precise claim
• consideration of counterclaims, or opposing positions,
and a discussion of their strengths and weaknesses
• logical organization that makes clear connections
among claims, counterclaims, reasons, and evidence
• valid reasoning and and relevant and sufficient evidence
• a concluding statement or section that logically
completes the argument
• formal and objective language and tone
• error-free grammar, including accurate use of transitions
Success Criteria:
1. I conduct a research and
find out the main elements
of an analytical essay.

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13. Explore
02
Determine the structure
and elements of an
analytical text.
Success Criteria:
2. I can read a model text and determine the
structure & elements of an analytical text.

14. Make it Interactive
1. Have you read Shakespeare'sRomeoand Juliet before?
2. Whatdoyou think aboutthe plot?
Success Criteria:
2. I can read a model text and determine the structure
& elements of an analytical text.

15. Review the Model Text
For a model of a well-crafted argument,
read the Text, “Better Never to Have Met
at All.” Challenge yourself to find all of
the elements of an effective response to
literature in the text. You will have an
opportunity to review those elements as
you prepare to write your own argument.
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Success Criteria:
2. I can read a model text and determine the
structure & elements of an analytical text.

16. - The author's claim
- His valid reasoning
and evidence
Success Criteria: 2. I can read
a model text and determine the
structure & elements of an
analytical text.

17. - Counterclaim
- The author’s
refutation/attack
Success Criteria: 2. I can read a
model text and determine the
structure & elements of an
analytical text.

18. The Model Text Outline
Present the text Reasoning
After reading the model text, take a close look at the evidence you have
gathered in order to figure out how the text best present its reasoning.
● Consider whether there are counterclaims for each point in the text.
● Rank each of the arguments by strongest, next strongest, etc.
● Decide whether to the text starts with the weakest or strongest point.
Success Criteria: 2. I can read a
model text and determine the
structure & elements of an analytical
text.

19. The Model Text Outline
Review the text again and create an
organized outline summarizing its key
points and structure. Use the
Template shared in you Google
classroom
Success Criteria: 2. I can read a model
text and determine the structure & elements
of an analytical text.
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20. The Model Text Outline
Success Criteria: 2. I can read a model text and determine the structure &
elements of an analytical text.
Model: “Better Never to Have Met at All” Outline
INTRODUCTION
Paragraph 1 states the claim: “The romance
between Romeo and Juliet hurts so many that
one wonders whether it would have been
better for everyone involved if time wound
backward and the two leads never met at all.”
BODY
Weak evidence: Mercutio dies in a duel.
(Mercutio is a secondary character.)
Stronger evidence: Romeo kills Tybalt and is
banished. (Romeo is a main character.)
Strongest evidence: Romeo and Juliet kill
themselves. (Both main characters are
affected, which affects everyone else.)
Counterclaim: Shakespeare claims that
“with their death,” the tragic couple “bury
their parents’ strife.”
CONCLUSION
The tragic events are not worth it; the two
should never have met.

21. Explain
03
Planning and writing the
first Draft
Success Criteria:
3. I can create write a precise clear
thesis statement.
4. I can create an outline for my
analytical essay.

22. Which is more important—daring to face
a huge obstacle or succeeding in your
effort? Make sure to relate the question
to Beowulf, who stands up to Grendel
even though success is uncertain.
MAKE IT INTERACTIVE

23. Organize Your Essay

24. Gather Evidence [Based on the literary text]
In addition to your insights about the Beowulf texts, the assignment invites you to use
an incident from history or an anecdote from your own experience or observations as
evidence for your claim. You might consider these specific types of evidence as you
write.
● facts: relevant statements that can be proven true
● statistics: facts presented in the form of numbers
● definitions: explanations of key terms that may be unfamiliar to
readers
● quotations: statements from authoritative sources (such as
historical documents)
● examples: events or situations that support a general idea
→ Always confirm your evidence using more than one source.

25. Your Assignment

26. Your Assignment
Think about the topic
Taking a stand Winning
→ refers to standing up for your principles,
values, beliefs, or a cause you believe in,
even if it involves going against popular
opinion or facing adversity.
→ refers to achieving a desired outcome
or success in a particular endeavor or
competition. It often involves defeating
opponents, reaching goals, or obtaining a
specific result.
vs
→ consider morally or ethically right,
regardless of the potential consequences.
→ is often associated with tangible
rewards, recognition, and a sense of
accomplishment.
It's worth noting that these two concepts are not always
mutually exclusive. In some instances, taking a stand and
standing up for one's values can lead to long-term success
and positive change. In contrast, winning at all costs can
sometimes compromise one's integrity.

27. Elaborate
04
1. Writeyourthesisstatement.
2. Outlineyouressay.
3. Writethefinaldraft and assessyour
writingusing thegiven checklistandrubric.
Success Criteria: 5. I can write an analytical argument
essay responding to the reviewed section of Beowulf.

28. Literary Analysis Thesis Statements
● The thesis statement is the announcement of your analytical argument that
you intend to make and prove in the duration of your paper. It is a road
map for the paper—it tells the reader what to expect from the rest of the
paper.
● Your thesis statement should include two parts: WHAT and WHY.
* WHAT: What claim are you making about the text?
* WHY: Why should we care? Why is your claim important? Your
thesis should answer the “so what?” question.
Click here to get the document:
Scaffolding Material on how to write [Analytical
Essay Thesis Statements]

29. Write a Thesis Statement
Success Criteria: 3. I can create write
a precise clear thesis statement.
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30. Write a First Draft
Use your outline to write your first draft. Make sure
to include a precise claim and to address possible
counterclaims. Choose the pattern that works best to
present your evidence. Consider your audience as
you write—will they be able to follow the logic in
your argument? Have you supplied the best, most
relevant evidence to support your claim? Conclude
with a strong statement that ties your ideas together.
Success Criteria: 4. I can create
an outline for my analytical essay.
12AB 12AG 12BB 12BG
Click here to get the document:
Scaffolding Material on “How to Write a
Literary Analysis Essay”

31. Write a Final Draft
Success Criteria: 5. I can write an analytical argument essay responding
to the reviewed section of Beowulf.

32. Self Assessment & Reflection

33. Stay Safe , Stay Healthy
Have
a Wonderful
Day
Rajaa Laghrissi