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Worksheet for “The Adventure of the Speckled Band” Essay
First line attention-getter (please check an option below)
_____ story quote
_____other quote (source:________________________)
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Thesis Statement (must include three provable points for the three body paragraphs)
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Body Paragraphs: Explain in your own words your proof for or against this statement.
After completing all 6, circle the three you intend to use in this essay.
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The crime must be significant.
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The detective must be memorable.
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The criminal must be a worthy opponent.
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The clues must be made available to the reader.
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The suspects must appear early in the story.
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The solution must be reasonable and possible.