"Nethergrave"

Thesis Statement: Your thesis will make a statement about what you are examining and how it REVEALS MEANING in the literary work.

(The theme is the overall message of the story that the author wants the reader to know.)

Example: AUTHOR LAST NAME uses characterization and conflict to present the theme of…..

In the short story "Nethergrave," the author uses the contrast between the virtual world and reality to explore how escapism can hinder personal growth and fulfillment, ultimately revealing the theme that avoiding the challenges of real life prevents individuals from experiencing genuine connections and true happiness.