The following notes provide a definition and explanation for writing a literary analysis. Writing about literature is the only way to really learn how to do it, but this presentation provides the background.

An important skill for all upper level papers is the ability to quote other peoples’ words to back up your own. Review the notes from class on creating a “quote sandwich” that we will use later in writing a literary analysis.

Note sheet
use this for the notes above

Practice with Cameras
practice finding and using quotes from [...]

As we learn to write a literary analysis, it is necessary to write good paragraphs. All good paragraphs are focused on a main idea.

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There are many rhetorical techniques for adding emphasis.  The following are especially helpful for speeches, as they can add rhythm and drama.
Use Patrick Henry’s “Speech to the Virginia Convention” to practice (). Or listen to it:
The following slides provide a definition and simple examples.

Rhetorical Techniques for Emphasis
When used sparingly and appropriately, these will make your [...]

A lot of things we read are either old and use difficult language or new and use big words and such, making them difficult to read. The only way to understand what the author is saying is put parts of the writing into your own words—essentially translating it into language that you understand. [...]