Midterm–200 points / 20%: the midterm will be an expanded critical blog prog post of 1500-2000 words that offers an argumentative, comparative analysis of two or more autobiographies in the context of relevant concepts from Reading Autobiography. Each essay should include the following:
- A dynamic and strategically crafted introduction
- A clear argumentative thesis related to core concepts in Reading Autobiography Now
- An expanded (at least a solid paragraph) unpacking of the relevant theoretical concepts,
- Well-chosen quoted evidence, detailed analysis, and clear transitions between key pieces of the argument
- A conclusion that makes it clear why this discussion is important (e.g. underscores significance).
Outside sources are not required, but you are welcome to link out to other ideas and sources to support your argument and analysis. Whether or not you include additional sources, the expanded posts should also include at least 5 links and 3 images. There will be a category designated “Midterm” that you can use for this post.