Writing a Thesis:
T hesis
A nswers
P rompt
But also make sure that your answer adds value:
What time is it? A time... <-- this adds no extra value because the answer was implied by the question.
Remember the magic question: How does the author use technique to create meaning?
For example:
In Oedipus, a theme is to not judge others too harshly.
A good topic sentence might be "In Sophocles's Oediups Rex, the opening scene establishes the important theme of not judging others too harshly.
Always Remember:
- Include techniques only if it makes sense with your writing style, and your panic level is high.
- Clarity (sometimes a complicated thesis requires a series of thesis statements)
- Include meaning - so what? - even if the question does not explicitly state it.
- Cover ALL goals stated in the prompt, or you will get an automatic 3!
For more info, check out http://www.indiana.edu/~wts/pamphlets/thesis_statement.shtml
Continue studying literary terms:
http://quizlet.com/2593050/ap-lit-critical-50-flash-cards/
Pass! :)
ReplyDeletePlease include outside connections though (see Class Notes Oct 25-29 for comments on this).
Pass!
ReplyDeleteAwesome use of color, as always. I also like that you found a link for a set of flash cards. I might use them. =) However, you need to include outside connections. Just be sure to do that and you're good to go.
Since I wasn't here for the material, your notes really helped me learn the concepts that you guys went over - thanks! :)
ReplyDeleteJust don't forget about your connections, which the entry would need to pass - but once they're included, it should be fine!