ya so I have to write this essay and I'm completly lost
Were reading the story The Stranger which I have already finished about a week ago I remember this guy who meets this one guy and a dog and the main charecter dosent' care if he gets maried to this girl who want to marry him called marie or something
i also remember he killed some arab guy and went to jail and he went to trial and got the death sentence and the book basically leaves you off with the day before he gets killed by the razor thing that chops off your head
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so I'm asked
"Are you a responsible person?"
OMG wat kind of essay is this
and also I have to combine this question with this one to write the essay
"How well did Meursault handle his responsiblities?"
I honestly don't know how to go about writing such a simple essay...
I remember the guy went to this house were he saw an arab after this one guy got cut up in the face and he walks down to the beach and shoots this arab guy who was mad because his sister was like by this guys freind...
I also remember that his mother died and he didn't care and couldn't afford to take of her anymore
so I'm completley lost this essay seems so simple yet so complicated...
help me i'm lost
Are you referring to the novel called The Stranger by Albert Camus?
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Stranger_(novel)
It sounds as if you need to reread the whole story and then decide how you're going to structure your paper. I think I'd address the second question during the first 2/3rds of my paper and the first question during the last 1/3rd of my paper. But I'd have to read the story first, since I've never read it at all!
Please re-post with an outline or a plan for the paper, and someone here will be able to give you feedback.
I understand that you're feeling overwhelmed by the task of writing this essay, but don't worry - I'm here to help you break it down and make it more manageable.
To begin, let's focus on the first part of the essay prompt: "Are you a responsible person?" This question is asking you to reflect on your own personal sense of responsibility. Think about times when you have shown responsibility in your own life, whether it's at school, work, or in other areas. Consider examples and experiences that demonstrate your ability to handle tasks, fulfill obligations, and make responsible decisions. This will help you form your own perspective on the topic.
Next, let's move on to the second part of the prompt: "How well did Meursault handle his responsibilities?" Meursault is the main character in "The Stranger," and you mentioned a few incidents from the story that you remember. Reflect on those incidents and try to analyze Meursault's actions or lack thereof in terms of responsibility. Did he fulfill his obligations and handle his responsibilities in a responsible manner? Did he show any signs of irresponsibility or indifference? Use specific examples from the story to support your analysis.
In order to write the essay, you will need to organize your thoughts and ideas. Start by creating an outline. Divide your essay into sections – one for each main point you want to address. For example, you could have a section on personal responsibility, one on Meursault's responsibility towards Marie, one on his responsibility towards his mother, and so on.
In each section, provide specific examples or incidents from the story to support your points. Use quotes or paraphrases from the text to add evidence and show that you have closely read and understood the story. Additionally, analyze and interpret these examples to explain how they demonstrate responsibility or a lack thereof.
Remember to also consider the overall themes and messages of the story. Reflect on what the author might be trying to convey about responsibility through Meursault's character and actions. This will help you develop a deeper understanding of the topic and make your essay more insightful.
In terms of the structure of your essay, it would be beneficial to have an introduction that introduces the book and the main character, a body with several paragraphs addressing different aspects of responsibility, and a conclusion that summarizes your main points and offers some final thoughts or insights.
Lastly, it's important to remember that writing takes time and revision. Don't expect to have a perfect essay right away. Take breaks, reread your work, and make any necessary changes or improvements. It's okay to seek feedback from others, such as a teacher or classmate, to get different perspectives and suggestions.
Hopefully, with these suggestions and guidance, you will be able to approach your essay with more confidence and clarity. Good luck!