Reading need it for the paper start in page 441-472 on the attach file Below.
Goal: to close read a single text to develop your own argument
Chat GPT suggests to “Explore the complex character of Medea in Euripides’ play ‘Medea.’ Analyze her motivations, actions, and the consequences of her revenge. How does Euripides portray the conflict between passion and reason through Medea’s character? Consider the themes of betrayal, revenge, and the position of women in ancient Greek society.” However, there are a lot of other characters in this play, too. For our paper, how do Medea’s actions affect other characters? Focus on at least one character other than her.
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REQUIREMENTS
● 1-3 pages, double-spaced.
● MLA format: 1-inch margins, Times New Roman 12 pt. font, a running header, a front-page header, etc.
● An introduction that addresses your motive, or the question: “so what”?
● A clear thesis, positioned at the end of the introduction, which addresses the prompt in a meaningful way with an emphasis on the text you chose (i.e., Looking at X, it shows…)
● Close reading in order to analyze your chosen text, readingspecific sentences, images, or details closely to support your overall thesis.
● Well-constructed paragraphs, with topic sentences that directly address your thesis / motive and remain focused on your chosen epic.
● In-text citations in MLA format, which direct readers to the Works Cited, line number with a citation of your text and any other sources*
● A conclusion that recaps how your evidence supported your argument and discusses the next steps.
*Note 1: As this is a close reading assignment, use of outside sources besides a dictionary is not permitted.
