Maus Argument Essay

MAUS ARGUMENT ESSAY

Art Spiegelman’s Maus is often considered a survivor’s memoir in a graphic novel form. Write a five-paragraph essay arguing if this type of text should be read in school?What valuedo theMaus novels have?How does the graphic novel medium affect student learning? In your body paragraphs explain and support your ideas with evidence, quotes, and/or examples from Maus 1 and 2. You may use other sources from the unit as well. Consider three of the following in your body paragraphs: the comic art (layout, graphic weight figures, text), plot, themes, how the text is read, dual storyline relationships (the relationship between Art and Vladek verse Vladek’s memories), memoir genre, connection to history, stylistic choices, etc. Complete a do/what chart below. Then use the outline to organize the parts of your essay that include: an introduction with a thesis, three body paragraphs, anda conclusion. This must be typed in MLA format (size 12 Times New Roman font, double spaced, one-inch margins, MLA heading, quote citations).

DUE DATE // // NO EXCEPTIONS

Introduction // 5-8 sentences

• Hook, a generic, interesting statement that lets the reader know what your paper will be about(1-2 sentences)
• Background Information (3-4 sentences)
• Thesis Statement-- Should Maus be read in school? Why or why not? Make sure to include the author and title here(1-2 sentences)

Three Body Paragraphs // 9-12 sentences each **Use your quote sandwich handout!

• Topic Sentence introduces the argument you will make in the paragraph (1 sentence)
• Textual Evidence/quote/example that supports your thesis argument. Include the speaker/context, page number, and put quotes around anything you borrowed word for word from the books (4-6 sentences minimum for one quote sandwich)
• The Analysis of evidence explains why this matters (3-4 sentences as bottom slice of sandwich)
• The Transition Sentence bridges your ideas to the next paragraph (1 sentence)

Conclusion // 5-8 sentences

• Final thoughts on the topic, where you leave your audience something to think about by proposing a course of action or suggesting questions for further study. Help your reader to apply your info and ideas to his/her/their own life or to see the broader implications (5-8 sentences).