Thesis & Thematic Evaluation

A symbol is an object, action, or event that represents something or that creates a range of associations beyond itself. In literary works a symbol can express an idea, clarify meaning, or enlarge literal meaning. Select a novel or play and, focusing on one symbol, write an essay analyzing how that symbol functions in the work and what it reveals about the characters or themes of the work as a whole. Do not merely summarize the plot. Please note: you must have your opinion in the thesis and the author’s opinion in the thematic.

Thesis Stem

Reminder as you write All paragraphs must link with your thesis and thematic Each Paragraph must have one quote, with explanation and context. Every sentence in your paragraph must have a purpose related to your assertion. Do not build up or write a hook for each paragraph. (Slap them and Back up) Does your 1st paragraph link and prove the assertion in your thesis? Highlight in yellow Does your 2/3 paragraph link and prove the assertion in your thesis? Do all paragraphs link to the universal idea presented in your thematic statement. Highlight in Pink

Reminder as you evaluate All paragraphs must link with your thesis and thematic Each Paragraph must have one quote, with explanation and context. Every sentence in your paragraph must have a purpose related to your assertion. Do not build up or write a hook for each paragraph. (Slap it and Back up) Does your 1st paragraph link and prove the assertion in your thesis? Highlight in yellow Does your 2/3 paragraph link and prove the assertion in your thesis? Do all paragraphs link to the universal idea presented in your thematic statement. Highlight in Pink