Im having troubke coming up with a thesis.I need to compare setting in two different stories.
You have to decide what you want to say. Are the settings alike? Are they different? How?
Ok so one setting is poor/ sharecropper and the other once used to be rich and on the most selective street now its full of machines and factories.
So what do you have to say about this? Can you support it with exerpts from the stories?
Here are some ideas for you.
First -- about thesis statements:
Do you have a thesis yet? Have you done your brainstorming (and maybe research) yet? Have you written an outline?
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Second, about comparison/contrast writing:
Whenever you are writing a comparison/contrast paper (paragraph, essay, research paper), you need to plan it out very carefully on paper first.
Try this:
1. Write all the information about one of your topics on one page.
2. Write all the information about the other topic on another page.
3. Then put them together in this order:
1. Intro
2. All about topic A
~~~2A. detail 1
~~~2B. detail 2
~~~2C. detail 3
~~~2D. detail 4
~~~2E. detail 5
3. All about topic B
~~~3A. detail 1
~~~3B. detail 2
~~~3C. detail 3
~~~3D. detail 4
~~~3E. detail 5
4. Concl.
The number of details for each topic will vary depending on your main points. I would include comparisons (how they are similar) in the introduction and conclusion, but sections 2 and 3 and all those details will be stating and explaining how they are different.
There are two recognized patterns for writing comparison/contrast papers. One is casually referred to as "zig-zag,� but can be very confusing for the reader if you don’t use transitions effectively. The other is topic-by-topic (which is what I've outlined above) and is much easier for the reader to follow.
See http://leo.stcloudstate.edu/acadwrite/comparcontrast.html for further help with comparison/contrast writing.
Once you have organized your information, please repost if you’d like feedback from someone here.
Coming up with a thesis statement can sometimes be challenging, but I can guide you through the process. When comparing the settings in two different stories, there are several steps you can take to generate a thesis statement:
1. Read the stories: Start by reading both stories carefully, taking note of the different settings presented. Consider the time, place, and atmosphere described in each story.
2. Identify similarities and differences: Compare the settings in the two stories. Look for common elements such as location, historical period, or cultural context. Also, pay attention to any contrasting features between the settings.
3. Analyze the significance: Think about the impact the settings have on the stories. Consider how the settings contribute to the themes, character development, or overall mood of each story.
4. Develop a thesis statement: Based on your analysis, formulate a clear and concise thesis statement that highlights the similarities or differences in the settings and their impact on the stories. For example:
a. Thesis focusing on similarities: "Although set in different time periods, both Story A and Story B depict settings characterized by societal constraints, which shape the experiences of the characters in their pursuit of freedom."
b. Thesis focusing on differences: "The stark contrast between the vibrant urban landscape in Story A and the serene rural backdrop in Story B amplifies the divergent themes of isolation and community."
Remember that your thesis statement sets the tone for your entire essay. It should clearly indicate what aspects of the settings you will discuss, as well as their significance in the context of the stories.