the literary analysis should be written in MLA Formatting and based on the book the adventures of Huckleberry finn.
Writing Assignment #3 Study Guide
Literary Analysis:
A Literary analysis is the process of closely studying a text, interpreting its meanings, and exploring
why the author made certain choices.
It can be applied to novels, short stories, plays, poems, or any other form of literary writing.
It is a type of argumentative essay which analyses elements such as the language, perspective, and
structure of the text, and explain how the author uses literary devices to create effects and convey
ideas.
Introduction:
Introduce the works and their authors.
Declare the characters you will be analysing.
Define what the essay will discuss.
Body of the essay:
Begin by noting charact traits which the author highlights. Use specific examples and quotes which
the author uses to support the trait you are describing. Spend time elaborating on the traits and
tendencies of the character.
The next paragraph should be spent on the other character you have chosen. Carry out the same
treatment of his character through analysis of the text and style.
Identify and describe the similarities and differences between the two characters. Note how the
characters interact with the other characters, their tone, speech and attitude. Focus on the
characters actions and motivations and what these convey to the readers about the characters.
Conclusion:
The conclusion should summaries the similarities or differences between the characters and state
why you believe the characters are similar or different.
