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This analysis explores the feminist lens applied to a literary work, revealing the complexities of female strength and identity. By examining the protagonist, Hester, we see how her journey transforms the symbol of her scarlet letter from one of shame to a representation of empowerment. The article highlights the importance of feminist critique in understanding women's roles and challenges in historical contexts. It also emphasizes how viewing literature through this approach can illuminate societal changes regarding gender and power dynamics over time.
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Explain what you learned from the article! Use the article to back your explanation, NOT guide it! Establish a thesis: Your thesis should answer the question of Why this approach is appropriate for this text? What does using this approach reveal to us?? Establish a preview: Your preview should answer the 3rd question where you answer what will you show about the author and time period. EXAMPLE: Looking at this novel through the lens of a feminist critic, it is apparent that Hester is shown to be strong woman; her “A” is changed from a meaning of sin and shame to a meaning of being able. Introduction Tips
Start each paragraph with a Topic Sentence that ties this back to your thesis and alerts us that this is a character analysis paragraph. USE THE TEXT TO BACK YOU UP! Remember to TIE IT BACK TO YOUR THESIS that Hester is strong. Answer all of the questions after “Answer”: Use 2 specific examples to back you up! Cite the text Character Analysis
Start each paragraph with a Topic Sentence that ties this back to your thesis and alerts us that this is an author analysis paragraph. Use the text to back you up! Tie it back to your thesis. Keep in mind that you are STILL using the feminist approach; this is not just your thoughts and feelings! Use 2 pieces of text evidence to back it up! Author Analysis
Answer ALL the questions Wrap it up – bring us back to your thesis one last time! Conclusion