In this part, you will do some background reading that will help you formulate some opinions about the elements of creative writing.

Section A -- Bring in 5 examples of written passages you find to be particularly creative.  It would be best to make copies from books or magazines so you can place them in your notebook.  Write a journal for each passage, pointing out specific concepts, imagery, or word usage that demonstrate this creativity.  (20 points each excerpt, 100 points total)

Section B -- Select 20 excerpts from the Master Notebook of Literary Samples, from Literature: the Human Experience by Abcarian and Klotz, or from Fiction 100 by Pickering (on Mr . Woody's Creative Writing Bookshelf).  Study each excerpt as you read it, making notes about the techniques the author uses to make the composition interesting.  On some excerpts, you may find notes that ask you to think about certain aspects of the story as you read.  Be sure to address these as you evaluate the story.  Write a journal for each one that summarizes your understanding of the question, "Why is this composition a good example of creative writing?"  (20 point each, 400 points total)