3.1.4 - Comparative Essays: Advanced Critical Analysis and Argumentation
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Practice Questions
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What is a comparative essay?
💡 Hint: Think about how we analyze two poems side by side.
What does a thesis statement do?
💡 Hint: It guides the direction of your writing.
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What is the purpose of a thesis statement in a comparative essay?
💡 Hint: Remember how it frames your entire essay.
True or False: Stylistic choices have no impact on a poem's meaning.
💡 Hint: Think about figurative language!
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Select two poems that address the theme of nature from different cultural backgrounds. Analyze their forms, stylistic choices, and the cultural contexts that influenced their themes.
💡 Hint: Consider how each poem’s context and structure illuminate its theme.
Write a comparative essay thesis statement that could examine how two poets use imagery to convey loss.
💡 Hint: Focus on what distinguishes their approaches and the emotional resonance of their imagery.
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