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I need help to write an essay for my finals in English pls help. Here are all the info

Student Objective: Compose a well-organized and supported comparison essay that is 2 pages, MLA-formatted, and includes a CheckMyWork link. The essay will evaluate whether Ray Bradbury’s “The Sound of Thunder,” or Gloria Skurzynski’s story, “Nethergrave,” is a better work of science fiction. To determine which story was most influential, choose THREE of the following elements: setting, plot, conflict, character development, theme, or use of science or technology.
Remember, in a Point-by-Point essay:
● Each paragraph focuses on one trait of science fiction
●Both subjects are discussed in each
Subject A = Bradbury’s “The Sound of Thunder”
Subject B = Skurzynski’s “Nethergrave”

Each body paragraph will discuss one of the following traits in depth:
●Trait #1- The role of science or technology
●Trait #2- The development of the main character
●Trait #3- The theme or message of the story

*Though these are recommended, you may choose different traits to discuss.

In each paragraph, you have to decide which story uses the trait most effectively and support your decision using examples from each story. You may decide that one author uses technology better, but the other story uses the other two traits more effectively and creates a better story overall.

Outline for Paper: (Use this template to help organize your thoughts)
Introduction:
4-5 sent. to introduce topic + thesis
An attention-getting opening/lead/hook
Introduce both subjects:
Title, plot summary for Sub A
Title, plot summary for Sub B
A thesis statement that specifically states which story is better and the three traits that will be discussed
Body Paragraph 1 Outline: The role of science or technology
A topic sentence that explains which story “wins” in this category
For Subject A
Point to set up example
Example from “The Sound of Thunder”
Explain how it uses the technique effectively or ineffectively
For Subject B
TRANSITION WORD, Point to set up example
Example with from “Nethergrave”
Explain how it uses the technique effectively or ineffectively
Use a concluding sentence that wraps up the information in this paragraph
Body Paragraph 2 Outline: The appeal or development of the main character
A topic sentence that explains which story “wins” in this category
For Subject A
Point to set up example
Example from “The Sound of Thunder”
Explain how it uses the technique effectively or ineffectively
For Subject B
TRANSITION WORD, Point to set up example
Example with from “Nethergrave”
Explain how it uses the technique effectively or ineffectively
Use a concluding sentence that wraps up the information in this paragraph.

Body Paragraph 3 Outline: The main message or theme
A topic sentence that explains which story “wins” in this category
For Subject A
Point to set up example
Example from “The Sound of Thunder”
Explain how it uses the technique effectively or ineffectively
For Subject B
TRANSITION WORD, Point to set up example
Example with from “Nethergrave”
Explain how it uses the technique effectively or ineffectively
Use a concluding sentence that wraps up the information in this paragraph.

Conclusion
Restate thesis in different words
Summarize main points
Leave the reader with something to think about related to the subject

Answer 1

Introduction:

Hook/Attention Grabber: Start with an intriguing fact, quote, or statement related to science fiction or both stories.

Introduction of Subjects:

Brief summary of Ray Bradbury’s “The Sound of Thunder”

Brief summary of Gloria Skurzynski’s “Nethergrave”

Thesis Statement:

Clearly state which story is deemed better in terms of the three traits (science/technology, character development, theme) and why.

Body Paragraph 1: The Role of Science or Technology

Comparison of how science or technology is utilized in both stories

Discuss Subject A (Bradbury’s “The Sound of Thunder”)

Example illustrating the use of technology/science

Evaluation of its effectiveness

Transition to Subject B (Skurzynski’s “Nethergrave”)

Example illustrating the use of technology/science

Evaluation of its effectiveness

Concluding sentence summarizing the comparison in this paragraph

Body Paragraph 2: Character Development

Compare the development of the main characters in both stories

Discuss Subject A (Bradbury’s “The Sound of Thunder”)

Example showcasing character development

Evaluation of its effectiveness

Transition to Subject B (Skurzynski’s “Nethergrave”)

Example showcasing character development

Evaluation of its effectiveness

Concluding sentence summarizing the comparison in this paragraph

Body Paragraph 3: Theme or Message

Compare the themes/messages conveyed in both stories

Discuss Subject A (Bradbury’s “The Sound of Thunder”)

Example highlighting the theme/message

Evaluation of its effectiveness

Transition to Subject B (Skurzynski’s “Nethergrave”)

Example highlighting the theme/message

Evaluation of its effectiveness

Concluding sentence summarizing the comparison in this paragraph

Conclusion:

Restate thesis and key points briefly

Concluding thoughts or implication about the comparison and the importance of the analyzed traits in defining the better science fiction story

Once you have this structured outline, you can start drafting each paragraph according to this framework, making sure to provide examples, analysis, and comparisons as detailed in the outline. Would you like to proceed with a more detailed paragraph-by-paragraph draft, or is there any particular help you need at this stage?