Maxim (n) - an expression of a general truth or principle
Atticus Finch is fully of life quotes and lessons. For this composition assignment, interview a parent or other respected adult and ask, “Is there a quote or saying that you believe expresses an important value, ethical principle or law of life to live by?” Example: “Do unto others as you would have others do unto you.” In addition, ask if they have had an experience or know a story that helped demonstrate to them the accuracy or “truth” of the quote or maxim. And lastly, compare your quote to something Atticus has said in the novel thus far.
Composition REQUIREMENTS:
- AT LEAST 300 words in length (1 1/2 pages)
- Times New Roman, 12 point font
- Double-spaced
- Correct MLA heading/format
FCA #1: Include FIVE (5) bolded buzz words – 5 points
FCA #2: A paragraph dedicated completely to comparing your maxim to an Atticus Finch quote. This paragraph must be grammatically flawless. – 3 points
FCA #3: Include and underline TWO examples of prepositional phrases to start a sentence; Example: “Before the war, Lee played football for the community team.” – 2 points
DUE MONDAY, JANUARY 12TH -- 10 points
Atticus Finch is fully of life quotes and lessons. For this composition assignment, interview a parent or other respected adult and ask, “Is there a quote or saying that you believe expresses an important value, ethical principle or law of life to live by?” Example: “Do unto others as you would have others do unto you.” In addition, ask if they have had an experience or know a story that helped demonstrate to them the accuracy or “truth” of the quote or maxim. And lastly, compare your quote to something Atticus has said in the novel thus far.
Composition REQUIREMENTS:
- AT LEAST 300 words in length (1 1/2 pages)
- Times New Roman, 12 point font
- Double-spaced
- Correct MLA heading/format
FCA #1: Include FIVE (5) bolded buzz words – 5 points
FCA #2: A paragraph dedicated completely to comparing your maxim to an Atticus Finch quote. This paragraph must be grammatically flawless. – 3 points
FCA #3: Include and underline TWO examples of prepositional phrases to start a sentence; Example: “Before the war, Lee played football for the community team.” – 2 points
DUE MONDAY, JANUARY 12TH -- 10 points