We didn't talk today specifically about the "climax" of a story, the point at which the conflict peaks and possibly is resolved. Still, that's an area I want you to consider in the next essay, and we'll look at the "narrative structure" of all of the essays you read next time.
In your red and white MPH English 9 anthology, read twice and annotate Julia Alvarez's "I Want to Be Miss America." In addition, answer the following questions about Alvarez's essay:
1. Why does Alvarez want to be Miss America? Be sure to provide evidence from the text to support your answer.
2. Does this essay have a climax? If so, what is it?
3. What conflict does the climax emerge from? If not, does this essay need a climax? Why or why not?
4. Alvarez is very candid and honest about some personal matters. Do her openness and honesty help her essay? Could she still make her point without being so open and honest?
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