SHORT STORY: “GIRL” BY JAMAICA KINCAID_______ PART A: ________ In 150-200 Words

SHORT STORY: “GIRL” BY JAMAICA KINCAID_______ PART A: ________ In 150-200 Words • Identify one of the main themes used in the story. Explain the message the author is conveying by telling the story in this way. • Provide at least one specific example and at least one quotation from the story to illustrate your point. • Discuss how this message affects your reading and interpretation of the story. Is the story more effective or powerful because this theme is included? PART B: ________ Compose an essay of 750 words in which you offer your interpretation of a literary element (such as character, theme, imagery, or symbolism). Brainstorm to identify the literary element that you would like to explore in the story. Then, develop a thesis that offers a specific interpretation of this element. 1. Open your introduction with an engaging opener, such as a question, quote from the story, or interesting idea. Then, connect to the short story and mention the title and the author. End your introduction with a thesis statement that interprets a literary element of the story. 2. The body paragraphs should support your thesis. Present specific aspects of the short story that help to illustrate your points. Make sure to quote from the story and analyze specific lines that support your argument. Body paragraphs typically have at least two short quotations each as supporting evidence. 3. Include a strong concluding paragraph that summarizes your main points and explains the significance of the thesis. Finish this paragraph with a strong and satisfying ending.