English 250B
Final Paper
For this final paper, choose one of the prompts below and one or two of the text we studied in our course this semester. Please be certain to only write on works we studied in our class. Also, be certain to closely read the text(s) you choose, and situate these literary works within its historical and cultural moment. Use our textbook, introductions and appendices, to explore the biography of the writer(s) and issues surrounding the important themes in the fictional text(s).
In what ways does this work critique constructions of power? To what purpose?
How does this text analyze notions of gender? Stable and fixed or fluid and blurred. Consider the use of public versus domestic space.
In what ways does this work construct notions of race. To what purpose?
If you prefer a broader prompt that you can focus on your particular interests, please consider: Choose one central theme to rigorously analyze and critique in a thesis driven 4 page paper.
In what ways does the writer(s) enforce or undermine this central theme in his or her work(s)?
To what purpose?
Possible themes: notions of love, gender, marriage, authority, monarchy, military, theater, class, religious ideals, morality, language, writing, playing, drinking, feasting, music, power, magic, faith, early modern stage, literacy, poverty, wealth, superstition, supernatural, public and domestic space, family, friends, enemies.
The only secondary source to be used in this paper must be from our textbook. Random internet sources are not allowed.
Due Date: 12/15 Please upload the full final draft to the dropbox by midnight on 12/15
A successful paper will:
Not rely on generalizations
Not simply rephrase plot details
Have a strong compelling thesis that considers the complexity of the text
Rigorously and thoughtfully critically analyze specific moments in the text
Use textual evidence to support all claims and assumptions
Engage in a rich and substantive academic style that reveals a strong and lively writing voice.
Requirements:
A clearly defined argument that is judiciously supported with textual evidence
A minimum of 4 pages
MLA format that includes 1” margins; double space;
12 point and Times New Roman font
Failure to adhere to any of these requirements will result in a lower grade
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