During this two-day lesson, you will craft a thesis about Romeo and Juliet and write a persuasive essay, following the steps below:
prewrite/plan
write
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Steps for crafting a thesis about Romeo and Juliet:
1. Choose a specific aspect of Romeo and Juliet to focus on for your thesis. This could be a theme, a character analysis, a comparison between characters, a discussion of the tragic elements, etc.
2. Brainstorm ideas related to your chosen aspect. Think about what you want to argue or prove in your essay.
3. Narrow down your ideas to create a clear and focused thesis statement. Your thesis should be a specific argument that you can support with evidence from the text.
4. Write your thesis statement. Make sure it is clear, debatable, and specific. It should give the reader a clear idea of what your essay will be about.
Example thesis: In Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet, the theme of fate and free will is central to the tragic outcome of the play, as the characters' choices are influenced by both external forces and their own decisions.
5. Use your thesis statement to guide the rest of your essay. Make sure each paragraph supports your thesis and includes evidence from the text to back up your arguments.
6. Revise your thesis as needed. If your argument changes as you write your essay, make sure to adjust your thesis statement accordingly.
7. Edit your essay for grammar, punctuation, and clarity. Make sure your thesis is clearly stated and supported throughout your essay.