The intent is to write an analytical discussion of a work of fiction.
You should write a traditional paper with a structure that includes an introduction, body, and conclusion. The introduction should include brief background information about the writer. The Literature book does provide some information about the writers, but additional information can be found on the internet or in the library. Brief biographical information will not require documentation. Analytical or interpretive statements about the writer’s work do require documentation, but this paper does not require researched statements. The introduction also needs to include some general opening statements about your specific selection, leading to a thesis indicating the specific analytical approach of this paper.
Critical Analysis – Fiction – 5 paragraph minimum
The intent is to write an analytical discussion of a work of fiction. You should choose a story we discussed. In addition, you are allowed to write about “A Modest Proposal” which would really be classified as more of a satirical essay than a work of fiction.
You should write a traditional paper with a structure that includes an introduction, body, and conclusion. The introduction should include brief background information about the writer. The Literature book does provide some information about the writers, but additional information can be found on the internet or in the library. Brief biographical information will not require documentation. Analytical or interpretive statements about the writer’s work do require documentation, but this paper does not require researched statements. The introduction also needs to include some general opening statements about your specific selection, leading to a thesis indicating the specific analytical approach of this paper.
Analytical approaches might include, but are not limited to the following;
Discussion of the use or significance of a particular literary element within the story, such as setting, point-of-view, symbolism, plot structure, language, or imagery.
Character analysis which could include detailed, specific analysis of a single character or a comparison of characters within the same story. Character analysis could focus on personality, motivations, goals, development, ethics, or other character traits.
Discussion of major thematic ideas.
These papers are based on your interpretations; however, back up your views. Refer to situations in the story, and use them to support your opinions. You should not have to do additional research in order to complete this paper. You may quote from the stories or refer to scenes in the stories without documentation.
