a narrowly-defined argumentative thesis that considers the relationship between theme and symbol in one of the literature options listed below.Articulate the central theme of the story and develop a strong thesis statement about that theme.
Identify the symbols in the story and discuss how they support and establish the theme. Explain how the symbol helps to communicate the storys meaning, citing specific moments in the text.
What does the story suggest about the relationship between theme and symbol in fiction?Story Options:
A Rose for Emily by William Faulkner
Greasy Lake by T.C. Boyle
The Yellow Wallpaper by Charlotte Perkins Gilman
The Rocking Horse Winner by D.H. Lawrence
Everyday Use by Alice Walker
A & P by John Updike
Two Kinds by Amy Tan
Trifles by Susan Glaspell
A Dolls House by Henrik Ibsen
Death of a Salesman by Arthur Miller