+1 862 207 3288 The presence of monsters in oral and written cultural stories is not a modern invention. Some of the earliest discovered writings tell stories of, or that involve, creatures and beasts endowed with humanistic qualities, if not super-human powers. The term monster is linked to the Latin monere which means to warn or admonish. Modern stories, those told orally, or in print, or film, continue in this arena, sometimes targeting audiences of children (Monsters, Inc., Pokemon), other times targeting teens (Twilight), or adults (The Walking Dead). Monsters are as popular as ever. Why?
For this assignment, please research detailed, credible sources (using Google Scholar or one of the library databases) and discuss our attraction to monsters. Include a comparison of the ideas presented in at least one of the posted articles on Blackboard to the ideas that you find in your own research. Moreover, consider what purpose or role monsters play in our society. How well do the monsters (zombies) presented in WWZ match the role or purpose you postulate? Clearly formulate your opinion and support it with evidence from your own observations, experiences and the readings. To be successful, your essay should use specific passages from the texts, usually summarized or paraphrased. Cite all sources using MLA documentation format.
The rough draft is due on:
The final draft is due on:
Be sure to type, double space, title and staple your final draft. Include your name, class information, my name and the date in the upper right or left-hand corner of the first page: there is no need for a separate title page. Also, be sure to number your pages and to staple the rough draft and peer-review sheet to the final draft. This essay should be at least 1200 words. Also note, you will submit an electronic copy of the final draft to SafeAssign via Blackboard in addition to the paper copy.
Work Cited
“monere.” Burton’s Legal Thesaurus 4th ed. William C. Burton. 2007. Web. 9 Jan. 2015.
Peer Review Essay #3: Mirror or Mere Monsters?
Author:_________________________________Title:__________________________________
Reader:_______________________________________
1. Read the first paragraph. Does it capture your attention? How can it be improved?
2. What is the author’s thesis about the role of monsters (paraphrase)?
3. What points of researched evidence does the author include? What other examples or points might the author want to consider?
4. Does the author consider whether the portrayal of the WWZ zombies supports the author’s thesis? If so, do you agree with the author’s interpretation? If not, then tell the author why WWZ might or might not support the author’s thesis.
5. Discuss the organization of the essay. Do the ideas flow logically? Is there a conclusion? How might the arrangement of ideas be improved?
6. If the author can only work on one thing in the essay, what should it be?
Peer Review Essay #3: Mirror or Mere Monsters?
Author:_________________________________Title:___________________________________
Reader:_______________________________________
1. Read the first paragraph. Does it capture your attention? How can it be improved?
2. What is the author’s thesis about the role of monsters (paraphrase)?
3. What points of researched evidence does the author include? What other examples or points might the author want to consider?
4. Does the author consider whether the portrayal of the WWZ zombies supports the author’s thesis? If so, do you agree with the author’s interpretation? If not, then tell the author why WWZ might or might not support the author’s thesis.
5. Discuss the organization of the essay. Do the ideas flow logically? Is there a conclusion? How might the arrangement of ideas be improved?
6. If the author can only work on one thing in the essay, what should it be?
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