explain what you think the quote means. Second, respond to the quote by agreeing, disagreeing or modifying the quote. You should feel completely free to support, challenge or modify the author’s assertions.
Your essay should be typed and double-spaced in a 12-point font. Use specific words from the quotation to support your interpretation. You may use examples from your own life or other sources as evidence to support your position. Outside research about the author, the excerpt, the novel or the topic is encouraged but not required.
This essay should showcase your ability to form an argument by justifying your conclusions with evidence and reasoning. It should also demonstrate your ability to write well, organize clearly, and edit precisely. This is an expository essay, so it should include an introduction, clear main points, and a concise conclusion.
“A lie is more comfortable than doubt, more useful than love, more lasting than truth.”
― Gabriel García Márquez
