you are to use your knowledge and understanding of Literary Theories and compose an essay of 4 pages analyzing that story through one of the Literary Theories studied in class.
This is a formal academic essay, and as such, personal pronouns (“I”, “we”, “you”, “me”, etc.) are NOT permitted. Your essay must include a formal thesis, and be constructed with a minimum of 5 paragraphs. You should have a minimum of 6 total quotes throughout your essay (two quotes per body paragraph – one from your story, one from your secondary source).
The format of your essay should look like this:
Paragraph 1: Introduction, with thesis
Paragraph 2: First Body Paragraph – Supporting Detail #1 — includes, topic sentence, explanation, two quotes (from story and from secondary source), explanation and analysis of quote in relation to argument, and concluding sentence
Paragraph 3: Second Body Paragraph – Supporting Detail #2 — includes, topic sentence, explanation, two quotes (from story and from secondary source), explanation and analysis of quote in relation to argument, and concluding sentence
Paragraph 4: Third Body Paragraph – Supporting Detail #3 — includes, topic sentence, explanation, two quotes (from story and from secondary source), explanation and analysis of quote in relation to argument, and concluding sentence
Paragraph 5: Conclusion – Restatement of your thesis, summary of major points mentioned in your essay, final concluding statement that stands out to reader. Remember not to add any new or additional information in your conclusion. The purpose of a conclusion is to finalize your essay, not add new information.
Your essay must also be written in proper MLA format, including citations and a Works Cited page.
Remember to discuss your theory as such: a theory. Do not write in your essay, “This short story is Feminist because…” – the story is not a feminist. However, it can be viewed through the lens of Feminist Theory. Be purposeful with your word choice.
PLEASE MAKE SURE TO ASK ME IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS ESPECIALLY IF YOU ARE CONFUSED ABOUT WHAT LITERARY THEORIES ARE!!