Research Questions
How do race, class and gender intersect in the
characterization and development of the main character Delia Jones and what
implications does this intersectionality have for her experiences and choices?
How does the relationship between Delia and Sykes
evolve over the course of the story in relation to intersectionality? How does
Delia’s experience as a black woman shape her response to Sykes’s actions and
influence the power dynamics within their relationship?
Annotated outline:
1. Introduction
2. Characterization and Intersectionality of Delia
Jones
In this section, I will explore how Delia’s race,
social class and being a woman all shape how she sees herself and interacts
with others as well as how these factors might affect her identity and
relationship. I want to see how the author develops and portrays Delia’s growth
throughout the story and in which way her identity as a black woman intersects
with her socio-economic status to shape her lived experiences.
3. Relationship Dynamics Between Delia and Sykes
In this section, I want to provide an overview of
Delia and Sykes’s marriage. I want to analyze the power dynamics and control
within the marriage and explore how issues of race class and gender influence
those dynamics between the pair.
4. Conclusion
I want this kind of outline. I want to rewrite everything so i can answer the questions better. I want some quotes directly from the short story “Sweat” (by Zora Neale Hurston).
I want academic style writing. Each paragraph should follow: In academic writing, paragraphs should begin with a clear topic sentence that states the main idea. Following this, include several supporting sentences that provide evidence, examples, and details to elaborate on the topic. Analyze and interpret the supporting information to connect it back to the main idea and demonstrate critical thinking. Conclude the paragraph with a sentence that summarizes the main point or provides a transition to the next paragraph. Ensure coherence, logical flow, formal tone, and proper citations throughout the paragraph.
