STUDENTS WRITE: Being Double, Santiago Quintana

STUDENTS WRITE

Being Double, Santiago Quintana

Santiago Quintana, a junior literature major, wrote this essay for an assignment given by his first-year writing instructor. He had to describe a situation that challenged him and taught him a valuable lesson. As you read the essay, notice how Quintana’s narrative creates conflict and tension and builds to a climax and resolution. Identify the sections(s) where you think the tension is particularly intense.

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