Discussion Post: Theme
Important Note: Your instructor will assign five short stories for the class to read and discuss. Check the Announcement and here for a list of the assigned stories. You must choose one of these stories to earn credit on the assignment. " A Rose for Emily" by Faulkner, "Girl" by Kincaid, "Bartleby the Scrivener" by Melville, "How to talk to Girls" by Gaiman, "Everyday Use" by Walker.
Prompt:
Select one of the stories assigned by your instructor, and develop a one- or two-paragraph response to the following:
a) Identify one of the main themes used in the story. Explain the message the author is conveying by telling the story in this way.
b) Provide at least one specific example and at least one quotation from the story to illustrate your point.
c) Discuss how this message affects your reading and interpretation of the story. Is the story more effective or powerful because this theme is included?
Theme refers to the underlying messages or major ideas presented in the story. The author presents some belief about life by telling the story in a certain way. You, as the reader, can interpret what message you received from reading the story, but you must be able to offer evidence to support your viewpoint by sharing examples and quotations from the story.
The response should include a reference list. One-inch margins, Using Times New Roman 12 pnt font, double-space and APA style of writing and citations.