2. Goals:

 You will be writing an essay that effectively shows
the cause and effect relationships between Mark’s
actions and his friends’ misery.
 This will be a 5 paragraph essay due Monday 11/12

3. Qualities of a Great
Essay

 Good Cause/Effect:
 Clearly distinguishes between a cause and an effect.
 Establishes a clear thesis statement.
 Presents information in an effective order.

4. Introduction

 Your introduction should introduce the character of
Mark.
 Tell the reader some character traits that you think
are important and that explain why he hurts his
friends.
 Examples:

5. Introduction cont.

 Your introduction should also explain the quote
“Nothing bad ever happens to me,” showing your
audience how you will prove it wrong.
 This is your thesis statement.
Example:

6. Body Paragraphs

 Each paragraph will focus on one person Mark ends
up affecting with his decisions.
 You will need to find quotes or textual evidence to
support your reasoning.
 example:

7. Conclusion

 Explain what Mark or his peers have learned.
 Describe the theme and how the reader knows that is
the theme.

8. Pages for textual
evidence

 Charlie’s death –Pg 86.
 Bryon’s emotional pain -148, 158, 159
 M&M’s experience with drugs.- 106,117
 ***Be sure to explain how your quote shows Mark’s
selfishness and impacts others ***