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Literary Analysis Essay Minimum of 1000 words 5 Paragraphs (1 Introduction, 3 Body, and 1 Conclusion) After a methodical analysis (using the appropriate hexagon) of a chosen short story (fictional), poem, or dramatic play, the student will argue some debatable aspect of the work. The thesis will reflect the student viewpoint, e.g., “Poe’s poem entitled, ‘The Raven’ deserves its fame …”; and a plan of development, “because it seamlessly combines rhythm, mood, and meaning.” The five-paragraph essay should include of minimum of three outside sources which illuminate the student’s viewpoints. The essay should consist therefore of the following: 1. An introductory paragraph which attracts attention, gives background, and presents the three-point thesis statement. 2. Three body paragraphs which present the student’s strongest arguments (the strongest should be last). 3. A conclusion which sums up the argument. In lieu of a poem, one may choose a song; in lieu of a short story, one may choose a novel, and in lieu of a play like Antigone, one may choose a movie.