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2. Let’s review the steps for a short story analysis!
Hint: this will come in handy when you write about the story next week…

3. Determine the THEME of the story.
Choose the THESIS STATEMENT of your paper.
Analyze the POINT OF VIEW
Analyze the SETTING
Analyze the CHARACTERS
Analyze the PLOT
Analyze the LITERARY DEVICES
Examine the story for SYMBOLS
Write Your Analysis!

4. Examples from Former Students
The examples on the next two slides are not perfect. However, they are more along the lines of an ANALYSIS and not just a simple summary.

5. Although it is somewhat repetitive, this student did a great job focusing on the theme.

6. This student made an attempt to use most elements of the analysis points I provided for you all.

7. Group/Partner/Solo Assignment
Complete “The Demon Lover” Checkpoint activity sheet with or without a partner(s). You may work in groups up to three.
If you choose to submit online, only one person needs to submit. Please make sure both names are on the document.
You may work alone if you choose to. Keep in mind you will have to answer all of the questions by yourself.

8. Homework
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9. Launch