Essential Heroic Trait Comparison: Atticus vs. Another Hero
A comparative analysis through an argumentative synthesis essay between Atticus from TKAM and another hero, focusing on the most crucial trait all heroes should possess. The essay addresses opposing claims and highlights the importance of a singular heroic attribute.
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Hero Trait Synthesis Essay English 9 Perry High School
Prompt Prompt Write an argumentative synthesis essay that identifies a single-most important trait/character attribute that you deem essential for all heroes to possess. Compare Atticus from TKAM to any other hero of choice. Be sure to address the opposing claim in the third body paragraph.
Essay Format Essay Format Introduction paragraph Hook Thesis Body paragraphs Paragraph 1- Atticus Paragraph 2- Your Hero Paragraph 3 Counterargument Conclusion paragraph
Body Paragraph Format Body Paragraph Format S E E S Topic Sentence/Statement Evidence/Examples Explanation Two SEE-sets Per Paragraph Statement E E Evidence/Examples Explanation Concluding Sentence
Introduction Paragraph Introduction Paragraph Hook- pique the interest of your reader Thesis- address the prompt & let your reader know what you believe
Hook Example 1 (Metaphor) Hook Example 1 (Metaphor) Metaphor- compare two things to make a point or to introduce an idea. What could you compare a hero to??? A little bee, however small, makes a big difference. Bees pollinate flowers and in turn make the world a better place to live in. Heroes also make a big difference in their society.
Hook Example 2 (Quote) Hook Example 2 (Quote) Quote- include an important or interesting quote to introduce an idea. Mother Teresa, a Catholic nun and humanitarian, calls individuals to be compassionate with people who are different when she states that "If you judge people, you have no time to love them. Mother Teresa exemplifies the hero trait of __________.
Hook Example 3 (Anecdote) Hook Example 3 (Anecdote) Anecdote- tell a very short story to make a point or introduce an idea. She was a mother to all that needed her. She helped the poor, fed the hungry, operated over 500 missions in more than 100 countries. This extraordinary individual went by the name of Mother Teresa. Mother Teresa exemplifies the hero trait of __________.
Hook Example 4 (Analogy) Hook Example 4 (Analogy) Analogy- a short logical statement that compares two unlike things to make a point or introduce an idea. As one stone dropped in water ripples out to the entire lake, so can one person's sacrifice difference in the lives of people long after their time. sacrifice make the a
Hook Example 5 (Historical Anecdote) Hook Example 5 (Historical Anecdote) Historical Anecdote- a true short story given to make a point or introduce an idea. When one person refused to give up her seat on a bus it changed everything. Rosa Parks made a difference for all African- Americans and their human rights. Rosa Parks is the perfect example of how one person s courage society. courage can make a difference in
Thesis Statements Thesis Statements Clearly state what trait is most important/essential for a hero to have 1. Tell the readers how this trait creates heroes, or how this trait sets heroes apart, or why it is essential for heroes to possess this trait. 2.
Thesis Example 1 Thesis Example 1 Use an although statement to address the prompt and set-up the counter-argument. Although the single-most important trait a hero possesses, sacrifice that allows a hero to rise above the rest and be remembered. Although many will say that courage courage is sacrifice is the attribute
Thesis Example 3 Thesis Example 3 Use a however statement to address the prompt and set-up the counter-argument. Optimism is a necessary trait for any good person; however and actually overcoming trials sets heroes apart from others. however, , resilience resilience and actually overcoming trials is what
Introduction Paragraph Example Introduction Paragraph Example As one stone dropped in water ripples out to the entire lake, so can one person's sacrifice better place. Although that courage important trait a hero possesses, sacrifice hero to rise above the rest and be remembered. Hook sacrifice make the world a Although many will say courage is the single-most sacrifice is the attribute that allows a Thesis
Body Paragraph Format Body Paragraph Format S E E S Topic Sentence/Statement Evidence/Examples Explanation Two SEE-sets Per Paragraph Statement E E Evidence/Examples Explanation commentary that ties these SEE-sets back to your topic sentence Concluding Sentence
Body Paragraph 1 Example Body Paragraph 1 Example Sacrifice is what sets heroes apart from the others, and the fictional character, Atticus Finch from the novel, To Kill a Mockingbird, is a perfect model of this. For example, he puts aside his personal safety to protect Tom Robinson from those that would lynch him. Author Harper Lee writes that Atticus tells the lynch mob from Old Sarum to turn around and go home again (Lee 172). S Topic/Statement Examples/Evidence E
Body Paragraph 1 Example Cont. Body Paragraph 1 Example Cont. Atticus knew the men came to the jail to execute Tom Robinson, and he also realized that they would possibly harm him if he got in their way. But Atticus made a tough decision to sacrifice his own safety for Tom anyway. Another example of sacrifice in the novel, To Kill a Mockingbird, is when Atticus was assaulted by Mr. Ewell. After Bob spits in his face, Atticus didn t bat an eye, just took out his hand-kerchief and wiped his face and stood there and let Mr. Ewell call him names (248). Explanation E Statement S E Example
Body Paragraph 1 Example Cont. Body Paragraph 1 Example Cont. It is not hard to see that spitting in one s face is disrespectful, and it probably took a good deal of sacrifice to put aside his pride in order to remain a good role-model to his children and the town of Maycomb. Clearly, Atticus demonstrates the important heroic trait of sacrifice as he was consistently willing to shield others from harm and put aside his pride for the sake of his community. Explanation E Closing Sentence
Body Paragraph 2 Example Body Paragraph 2 Example The most important character trait in heroes is sacrifice, and real-life heroes, such as Mother Teresa, prove this. For example, journalist Jim Rice, in an article from the New York Times entitled, Made for More than This, writes, Mother Teresa has dedicated her life to feeding the poor, creating a hospice center, and teaching the youth to read and to practice proper hygiene in Calcutta, India (2). Statement S In-Text Citation Example E
Body Paragraph 2 Example Cont. Body Paragraph 2 Example Cont. She worked tirelessly to feed, clothe, house and protect those people who had nothing, had no one and no place to go. She could have lived an easier life, but chose to sacrifice her comfort for the good of others. Another example of her sacrifice is evidenced in the creation of The Mission of Charity. This congregation was dedicated to caring for the hungry, the naked, the homeless, the crippled, the blind, the lepers, all those people who feel unwanted, unloved, uncared for throughout society, people that have become a burden to the society and are shunned by everyone (Rice 3). E Explanation S Statement E Example
Body Paragraph 2 Example Cont. Body Paragraph 2 Example Cont. Mother Teresa worked tirelessly, serving the disadvantaged in India whom most in society would consider a burden. Creating and increasing her ministry to the poor went on for decades and continues today. Clearly, Mother Teresa demonstrates the heroic trait of sacrifice as she put aside her comfort for the sake of those with so much less in society. Explanation E Closing Sentence
Counter-Argument Paragraph Concede to Opposing Position Agree that opposing position has a strong point Refute the Opposing Position Prove to be wrong of false
Concede & Refute the Opposing Position Some believe that courage most important trait of a hero. Being strong in the face of danger or personal harm is admirable, but greater attribute. To consistently give up comfort and safety for the good of others, for the good of society, is much more noble. ONE SEE set about either Atticus or your hero showing that sacrifice is more important than courage courage is the single- Concede to Opposition but sacrifice sacrifice is a far Refute the Opposition Final piece of evidence
Conclusion Paragraph Conclusions should give a finished feeling to the essay. It should come full circle, completing the ideas begun in the introduction. However, the conclusion should NEVER simply repeat the information from the introduction paragraph (boring).
Conclusion Paragraph Restate the thesis USING NEW WORDS (paraphrasing) Sacrifice what puts heroes on a higher level than others. Connect back to your hook but put a spin on it and/or add wit. So as Mother Teresa calls people to be compassionate for others in need, one is to be reminded of the importance of sacrifice heroes and everyone else. Sacrifice, or foregoing safety and comfort, , or foregoing safety and comfort, is sacrifice in
