Summary Assignment

Write a two paragraph Summary and Response of “But Who Can Replace a Man”

The Summary section should accurately and objectively summarize the essay itself. The Response section should respond to the essay using one of the two “types” of responses:

– Make a connection between the story
– An idea we have encountered in class.

The Response section also should respond to the essay using one of the two “types” of responses:

– Agree and /or disagree with the main idea/thesis of the article
– Interpret and reflect on the article (tell what the text means)

The Final Draft of this paper must include a CORRECT works cited entry for this source.

The Summary: one developed paragraph
Be sure to:

– Begin with signal phrase and…
– … a complete topic sentence that states the most important idea of the essay
– Present the most important points the writer makes in support of that idea
– Be fair to the writer’s view, be fair
– Quote only important words of phrases, but be sure to use some important quote/s

The Response: one developed paragraph

Be sure to:

– Begin your paragraph with a clear statement of your specific connection
– Support your response with evidence drawn from the text, as well as your own personal experience and knowledge
– Be thoughtful and explain yourself

Include a correct works cited entry for the source!