Write an essay discussing the ways ritual, religion, magic, love are portrayed in “Love Medicine.” What lessons is the author trying to teach the reader about life in this story?
Essay Guidelines:
Must be formatted according to current MLA standards (Left name block, double space, page numbers, etc.). Use Times New Roman 12 pt font.
Submit as a Word or PDF document only.
Must be a minimum of 500 words and no more than 700 words.
Must include a clear thesis statement in your introductory paragraph. (remember to prove something)
Use essay formatting, including an introduction paragraph, body paragraphs, and conclusion.
Must contain at least two (2) direct quotes from the reading. Limit these quotes to no more than 2-3 lines each.
Must properly cite the quotes within the text.
See how to cite in-text by visiting Purdue Owl MLA In-Text Citation Basics. Pay special attention to poetry citations, if applicable.
Must properly cite the readings in the Works Cited.
See how to format your Works Cited page by visiting Purdue Owl MLA Works Cited Page. Pay special attention to how to cite a work within an anthology.
You will be graded on your ability to properly format the essay, the organization of the essay, grammar and punctuation, and your use of citations.