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OF LANGUAGE <MODEL
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| Literary
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| A literary analysis
is an examination of the different parts of a literary work. An analysis
of a short story can focus on one literary element, or it can show how two
or more literary elements work together to make the short story memorable. |
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Many literary analyses use the structure illustrated in the framework below.
Print this framework and use it as a guide when you write your own literary
analysis. |
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Introduction
• Open with
an interesting comment on the story.
• Include a thesis statement. |
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Make
a good first impression Hook your readers early
in your paper. You can ask them a question that relates to your thesis,
set the scene with a vivid description, or use a quotation from the story
you are analyzing.
Set
your focus The purpose of the thesis statement is to present your main
idea about a literary element in the story. Make sure to include the story's
author and title in your thesis statement. |
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Body
• State first key point with support and elaboration.
• State second key point with support and so on. |
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Make
your point Write a paragraph to explain each of
your key points. Arrange your points in a logical order.
Back
it up Quote, summarize, or paraphrase information from the story to
support your key points. Think of this support as evidence. You need evidence
to prove that your point is valid. |
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Conclusion
• Restate your thesis.
• Summarize your key points. |
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Finish
with a flourish Conclude your analysis by restating
your thesis and summarizing your key points. Then, leave your readers with
a final thought that relates to the thesis. |
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