This 750 word essay . The paper must have a compelling title and follow MLA format, including a works cited page.
This paper is an analysis of the work(s), and as such you must develop a clear, relevant argument (claim/thesis) and support that claim with evidence from the text. Remember, it is best to work with a small section or situation from each text, rather than trying to encompass the totality of the work; pick select scenes or moments from each text to explore your controlling argument. Think about the points of conflict and tension, or where these themes intersect in the texts, and then think about why. Your aim is to answer "So what?" The following topics are provided to spark your curiosity - you'll still need to find an arguable claim that you develop from this list of prompts:
Topic: Explore the cycles of violence that occur in Home and the Odyssey. How is violence utilized in each text? For what purpose? Do these cycles of violence get resolved?
What I expect from your final paper:
You will demonstrate thorough comprehension of the text(s) and idea(s) presented
You will introduce the texts, and authors, and state a clear argument (claim) at the outset of your paper
You will follow a logical progression of ideas that build out from your argument
You will support your claims with direct examples from the text and avoid generalizations
You will use clear, concise language that effectively communicates your point of view
You will utilize proper grammar, punctuation, and syntax. You will have proofread your paper for errors. You will observe MLA format.