THE SHORT STORY ESSAY.pdf - English

Please read the topics carefully and notice that topic sentences have been embedded inthe thesis statements provided!THE TOPICS:1. The characters in the short stories studied this semester were too small-minded to seethe big picture. As a result, their ignorance may not only have jeopardized their ownlife and freedom, but also may have jeopardized the lives and freedoms of others.These characters:ORa) Were unable to evaluate the consequences of their actions carefully,b) Were resistant to the warnings of others andc) Became so reliant on technology and machines that they became paralyzedfrom acting in their best interests.2. In the short stories studied this semester, humans became so obsessed in their quest for:ORa) The key to life and death,b) Superior technology and,c) The perfect weaponthat they failed to see the consequential and eventual annihilation of society.3. Your own topic provided that it meets the requirements of this assignment and isapproved by the teacher ahead of time.Where to begin!Start by reviewing all notes related to formal writingBe sure to meet all the process due dates as it will keep you on taskThere will be some time in class to work on the essayYou should have all stories in your possession – please see me if that is not the caseI will be checking over your work for completion only – just because you get a checkmark does not mean that your argument makes senseI can be available for extra help and advice outside of class provided that you make anappointment with me ahead of timeChances are that there will be no help available in class