On Station Eleven by Emily St. John Mandel

Question:

Give a brief summary of the story/plot: highlighting the beginning, middle and end. Then argue what you think was the most interesting/compelling/thought-provoking part of the book and WHY? Use lots of evidence from the novel to support your opinion. DON’T FORGET to CITE! (Cite direct quotes, paraphrases, and summaries!) In the conclusion, you can also use “personal” evidence (examples from your life, from people you’ve met; information from classes you’ve taken, from studies you’ve read etc.) to reflect on your argument and why you found that part to be the most interesting.

“Quality not Quantity”—though you will inevitably also need “quantity” to answer all parts. About 750 to 1,250 words (roughly three to five double-spaced pages). Fourth or fifth for Works Cited.

Works Cited

You only need the book (print or e-book, depends on what you are using)

Outside sources are fine, but not required.

Criteria Includes:

All proper MLA (header, page numbers, spacing, margins)

In-text citations and a Works Cited of the novel

*Don’t forget to italicize the title of book

*After mentioning the author’s full name, just say (St. John Mandel 179).

Don’t call her Emily—she’s not your buddy! 🙂

Clear ideas and thought with support

Polished grammar, punctuation

Use of transitional word choices

Overall coherence

Strong personal voice (analysis and reflection, not just summary)