Write a literary analysis (with a specific, creative, focused thesis and opinionated argument) that effectively incorporates 2 of the assigned readings this quarter. To support your analysis, you must use at least four secondary sources from the GMC Library in addition to the literary work(s) discussed in your paper. The paper must be at least 1500 words in length (and no more than 2000).
Requirements:
Argument
Your research paper must be a literary analysis of 2 of the assigned readings.
Your thesis statement must be clear and arguable and supported throughout your paper.
You should avoid unnecessary biographical information and plot summary. Your paper should primarily be an analysis of the text(s).
As you analyze the information, make sure you employ a consistent third-person point of view. Do not use first or second person pronouns.
Structure
The introduction should include a clear thesis statement (typically located at the end of the introductory paragraph).
Each body paragraph should have a clear topic sentence that relates back to the thesis. The information in each paragraph should relate to the topic sentence.
The conclusion should rephrase your thesis, remind readers how you developed your points to prove your thesis, and offer some piece of new information for readers to consider.
Use of Research
You must make effective and judicious use of at least 4 secondary sources (in addition to primary sources- the literature itself) that provide critical arguments about the reading you’ve chosen. These sources should come from the GMC Library databases.
MLA Style
Your paper must be formatted according to MLA style.
You must include in-text citations as appropriate within the body of your paper.
You must include a works-cited page at the end of your paper. Your works-cited should include both primary and secondary sources.
For more information about MLA style, view the MLA Formatting and Citations page.
Mechanics, Grammar, and Punctuation
All written assignments should be mechanically and grammatically correct, with proper punctuation. For more information on each of these, view Purdue OWL’s pages on Grammar, Mechanics, and/or Punctuation.
