Write a thesis-driven literary analysis essay based on one of the proverbs in Things Fall Apart, the supplementary list in the back of the book, or the African proverb on the slip of paper chosen in class. The proverb should convey an essential thematic message from Things Fall Apart. Specific details and quotes from the text should be used. The paper should be 2-3 pages typed double-spaced, following MLA format.

Proverb: “Go fast alone; go far together.” Analysis: This African proverb demonstrates the Igbo cultural truth that while independence is expedient, interdependence is excellent. Thesis: In Things Fall Apart, Okonkwo’s early success and later failure prove the danger of valuing personal achievements over the group consensus. Map: Throwing Amalinze the Cat and killing the District Commissioner’s messenger are representative actions that prove this aphorism true.

Proverb: Analysis: This African proverb… Thesis: In Things Fall Apart, Okonkwo’s … Map:

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Introduction Hook Thesis Map Body Topic Sentence (incl. Transition) Lead In Quote #1 Commentary #1 Lead In Quote #2 Commentary #2 Concluding Sentence Conclusion Thesis Restatement Map Recap Unhook