English 3
Reading a Classification Essay
Read the essay “Motor Heads” and complete the following:1. Highlight the: - thesis statement
- principle of classification, and - name or title of each category
2. Underline the defining characteristics or distinguishing features of each category3. In the margins, annotate the techniques used to convey those features, such as
o Sensory images (which sense?)o Specific details and exampleso Narrationo Dialogue
o Similes and metaphorso Comparison & contrasto Exceptions to categoryo Background information