Interperative Essay
The purpose of this interpretive essay is to utilize your notes, thesis, and outline in the writing of a logically developed and Biblically sound critical essay defending your interpretation of To Kill a Mockingbird.

Here is your goal for this assignment:

Write an interpretive essay.
Using your notes, thesis, and outline, write the first draft of your interpretive, or critical, essay of To Kill a Mockingbird. This essay must have a final word count of at least 350 words.

A critical essay analyzes a literary work; using other literary works to support that analysis is usually necessary. You will need to draw upon other sources, such as the Bible and critiques of Lee’s novel, to support your observations. Give yourself ample time to gather sufficient research data. Your evidence must include direct references (quotes) from the novel also.

After reviewing your first draft, write the introduction and conclusion for your essay. These must be positioned in the first and final paragraphs. Revise your interpretive essay for effective wording, paragraph transitions, and mechanics. If possible, have your parent or your guardian review your essay and suggest changes. This project must address all elements covered in these directions and be polished before submitting. Review and edit your essay for mechanics, smooth transitions, and other writing conventions.

Type your final draft of the essay below. Be sure to cite all of the sources that were referenced in the writing of your paper. Correct MLA parenthetical citation is required for all ideas and information used that are not your own. A works cited page must be included.

Your project will be graded based on the following:

your attention to the instructions given above
correct essay construction, as stated in the instructions
correct word count, as stated in the instructions
correct MLA citation of sources as applicable
effective interpretation presentation, with proper citation of sources used
use of proper punctuation, spelling, grammar, and sentence construction (commonly called "conventions"), and appropriate length