Julius Caesar Writing Prompt - Middletown High School



Julius Caesar Writing Prompt/Opinion Paper (30 product points) DUE DATE: TUESDAY, DECEMBER 22

All papers should follow the DSTP writing rubric. Aim for a 5 paragraph essay. Please proof-read before turning in your paper. ALL PAPERS MUST BE TYPED: DOUBLE SPACED, FONT SIZE 12, ONE INCH MARGINS.

BE SURE TO USE SPECIFIC DETAILS/EXAMPLES/QUOTES FROM THE PLAY TO PROVE YOUR OPINION.

Option 1

Many people believe that the true tragic hero in Julius Caesar is actually Brutus and not Julius Caesar. Who is the tragic hero within the play Julius Caesar? Explain in a detailed essay your opinion. Please back up your answer with evidence from the text.

Option 2

Some people argue that the play Julius Caesar should be renamed Marcus Brutus. Explain whether you agree or disagree. Please put your thoughts into a detailed essay. Use evidence from the text to support your opinion.

Option 3

After reviewing the two essays on page 798 and 799, decide on which review is more credible/believable. Write a short explanation of your reason. Back your opinion with evidence from the essays and from other sources. This essay should be a detailed response.

AVOID THE FOLLOWING IN YOUR PAPER:

DO NOT USE “I” IN THIS PAPER

DO NOT USE “YOU”

DO NOT USE: THINGS, STUFF, A LOT, VERY –THESE WORDS ARE TOO VAGUE. USE SPECIFIC NOUNS AND ADJECTIVES.

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