Research Paper Topic Choices and Requirements
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Topic Choices:
How does the idea of the monster / supernatural evolve throughout the time periods and works we’ve studied this year?
How did a literary work that we read in Semester A or B inspire a modern author? Example: How did “Beowulf” influence J. R. R. Tolkien?
How have the authors we have studied so far this year explored the idea of corruption?
Look at one of the literary periods we’ve studied from Anglo-Saxon to Romantic Period. From a historical perspective, give examples of how the societal values of the time are present / featured in the works we’ve read from the time period.
How do the authors we have studied represent their personal values through their work? How are they reflected in their own writing?.
Research Paper Requirements:
1. The paper must be between 1500-2000 words in length.
2. The paper must include a clear thesis statement that addresses the chosen topic.
3. The paper must provide a detailed analysis of at least three works that we have studied throughout the year in relation to the chosen topic.
4. The paper must include specific examples and quotes from the literary works to support the analysis.
5. The paper must include a discussion of how the chosen topic relates to the historical context in which the works were written.
6. The paper must include a conclusion that summarizes the main points and provides insight into the significance of the chosen topic in the works we have studied.
7. The paper must be well-organized, coherent, and written in a formal academic style.
8. The paper must include proper MLA or APA citations for any sources used.