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Text Analysis G11
Text Analysis G11
Text Analysis G11
This
could be a poem, short story, novel excerpt, or any other literary work
assigned by your teacher or of personal interest.
2. Read Carefully: Read the text multiple times to grasp its main ideas,
themes, characters, and literary devices used by the author. Take notes
as you read to capture important details.
5. Analyze Themes: Identify and discuss the major themes present in the
text. Consider how these themes contribute to the overall meaning and
message of the work.
7. Literary Devices: Identify and analyze the literary devices used by the
author, such as imagery, symbolism, metaphor, simile, foreshadowing,
and irony. Discuss how these devices enhance the meaning and impact
of the text.
8. Style and Structure: Examine the author's writing style and the
structural elements of the text. Consider aspects such as narrative voice,
point of view, pacing, and organization. Discuss how these elements
contribute to the overall effectiveness of the text.
9. Provide Evidence: Support your analysis with evidence from the text.
Quote specific passages or lines that illustrate your points and explain
how they contribute to your interpretation.
10. Revise and Edit: Review your analysis carefully, paying attention to
clarity, coherence, and organization. Make sure your analysis flows
logically and supports your thesis effectively. Edit for grammar,
punctuation, and spelling errors.