Create 10 to 15 footnote annotations, or explanatory notes, to define some of Boyle's
more difficult language and to show students how Boyle makes an argument
through storytelling. Tie your thoughts together with an introductory paragraph that
prepares students to interpret Boyle's story,
Your assignment should include the following elements:
• 10 to 15 annotations total to guide readers through "Top of the Food Chain" by T.
C. Boyle
• Annotations that help readers understand difficult words by providing definitions,
pronunciations, origins, and synonyms
• Annotations that demonstrate how Boyle uses his story to make a point
• A written paragraph that describes Boyle's overall message and examples that
support your interpretation
