1. Proverb Essay
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.

2. Sample Essay Organization
Proverb: “Go fast alone; go far together.”
Analysis: This African proverb demonstrates the Ibo 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.

3. Sample Essay Organization
Proverb:
Analysis: This African proverb…
Thesis: In Things Fall Apart, Okonkwo’s …
Map:

4. Review of Lit Analysis Paragraphs
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5. Review of Lit Analysis Paragraphs
Introduction
Body
Conclusion
Hook
Topic Sentence (incl. Transition)
Thesis Restatement
Thesis
Map Recap
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Concluding Sentence