Comparison Theme – Beowulf
Compare Beowulf to another hero in time. You may choose a hero from a cartoon, movie, TV show, history, athlete, musician or a famous character from a book. Do not compare him to a family member or deity.
Outline:You must have an outline with a thesis statement at the top. You will then have three Roman numbers with no less than three entries for each Roman numeral. Do not write the words “Introduction” or “Conclusion” on your outline.
You will type the outline and submit a handwritten copy with your final paper.
Scratch Copy or Rough Draft: This handwritten draft is required and should be approximately the same length as the paper itself. It can be quite messy since revising is essential.
Revised Paper will have the following:
1. A thesis sentence as the first sentence of paragraph one. The sentence must mention the heroes being compared and the three qualities you are comparing.
2. Each paragraph must have a topic sentence to indicate what the paragraph is discussing. Paragraph one will have a topic sentence that follows the thesis statement. Paragraphs two and three will begin with the appropriate topic sentence. Paragraph three will end with a concluding sentence.
3. DO NOT EXCEED THREE PARAGRAPHS. Do not make your thesis and your concluding sentences a separate paragraph.
Topics to consider when comparing the two heroes:
• Looks
• Equipment (weapons)
• Actions (deeds)
• Dress (attire)
• Personality
• Popularity
• Companions
• Other qualities of your choice
Length: No less than 1 ½ written pages, and no more than three.
If you type, please double space, 12 point type, one inch margins.
If you hand write, it must be in navy blue or black ink neatly written, on the front side of each page only.
The paper must be submitted to www.turnitin.com within 24 hours of the due date.
