A Raisin In The Sun: Examples, Reasons, And Other Supporting Details

Research Project on "a raisin in the sun " by author J. Charles Washington Article Summary (1-2 Pages)







Introduction:







Beginning with an in-text citation, introduce the article's the author(s) and the



title. Follow this with a 1 paragraph overview or summary of the main finding or key



argument of the article.







Example of in text citation and reporting verbs:







The article ( “title”), was written by (_author’s name), (add qualifier).



In the article He/she argues/ claims /reports/ contends /maintains/states, etc) (author’s main idea or argument).



Conclude the introductory paragraph with a brief statement of your overall evaluation of the article. This can be a positive, negative, or a mixed response, but keep it mind that it will function as the thesis of the next part of your project, the critical review..







Body

Present a summary of 3-5 key points in the article, (properly cited of course).



Introduce each major point in a separate paragraph and provide the examples, reasons, and factors that are discussed in the article.

Ex: Walker’s first point is that ………………..(1).

-Examples, reasons, and other supporting details

-Closing point

As you transition from one major point to another, remind your readers that you are paraphrasing by using ‘reminder phrases such as

-The author goes on to say that…..

-Examples, reasons, and other supporting details

-Closing point

Other reminder phrases:

-The article further states that …..



-(author’s last name) also states/maintains/ argues that….



-(author’s last name) also believes that….



-(Author’s last name) concludes that…..



Restate the article’s conclusion in a short paragraph. Rough draft is on Thursday June 27