Plot Analysis

Plot Analysis

For your plot analysis, choose ONE of the three topics listed below:

1. Is Charlotte Perkins Gillman’s The Yellow Wallpaper a disturbing look at a woman’s descent into madness or is it an affirmation of a woman’s need for independence?

2. In Poe’s The Cask of Amontillado, who pays the ultimate price for his actions, Fortunato or Montresor, the narrator?

3. James Joyce creates a bleak picture of life in 19th century Ireland in Araby. Is his story a hopeless reminder of a people forever trapped by circumstance or is it a poignant look at a boy’s loss of innocence?

Remember, a Plot Analysis examines the conflict(s) found in the plot and its developments. A listing of the plot points, not a detailed plot summary, may be an appropriate way to justify a statement, but a discussion of the conflict and plot development and its overall conclusion may be better. Look for central symbols, ironies, or characters that embody the plot and its ultimate purpose. Be sure to check every statement for relevance.

Your 2-3 page, 600-750 word paper should be typed, double-spaced in font no larger than 12 point. Your paper should include a heading that includes your name, class, time and title. Follow standard MLA formatting conventions and adhere to formal academic standards for language (no first or second person).

A Works Cited page is not necessary for this analysis. However, you must cite all quotations using MLA documentation.

Papers will be submitted electronically. No hard copies of essays will be accepted. Your final draft must be submitted to Blackboard AND Turnitin.com by the beginning of class on the due date; otherwise, you will not earn credit for this assignment.  On the due date, once you submit your final draft to Blackboard andTurnitin.com, you may not make any changes; therefore, you should not submit your final draft until you have made all necessary revisions