A profile can stick to the basic facts (as in a biographical sketch) or to provide an intimate depiction of the subject.
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Description
Profile Essay Requirements
Directions: Write a profile essay about a
celebrity of your choice. Think about why you find this person interesting;
they’re kirky, hardworking, funny, unusual, and so on. Research what others
have to say about this person to collect a variety of viewpoints and possibly
to gain new insights. Paint a verbal portrait of this person that views him or
her from a specific angle and that captures something essential-an idea, social
cause, insight, or theme.
MLA and Length Requirements:
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Must be written in MLA format (correct heading, title, Times New
Roman, Size 12, Works Cited Page).
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Must be at least three pages.
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Include
at least three different sources (may use more).
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Must have a creative title
Profile Requirements:
A profile
can stick to the basic facts (as in a biographical sketch) or to provide an
intimate depiction of the subject. Profiles have some or all of these features:
â— A subject that allows you to explore an issue, idea, or theme that is
interesting to you and your readers.
â— An interesting angle that captures a single dominant impression about
the subject.
â— A description of the subject that allows readers to visualize and
imagine it.
â— Anecdotes that reveal the character of the
subject through actions and dialogue.
â— A main point, or central theme about the subject that goes beyond the
surface and factual details to address larger questions.
