must be 12-font, double-spaced
    includes a brief INTRODUCTION paragraph with a THESIS statement.
    be at least one and one-half pages, double-spaced, or approx. 500 words
    the analysis should include an analysis of setting and atmosphere, symbols,  and irony; consider organizing by making each the topic of a body paragraph (see outline below)
    the analysis should connect to the theme of the story
    the analysis should include 3 quotes from the story
    includes a CONCLUSION
    Outline:

    I. Introduction

    State who wrote the story and when it was published
    Briefly discuss the setting and plot
    Thesis statement: Connell uses the setting and atmosphere to symbolically convey the themes of [insert themes here] and to point out the irony of violence in a civilized society.

    II. Setting  and atmosphere

    Discuss the significance of the settings and the mood that the settings create; there are two main settings –  the boat and the island including Zaroff’s mansion
    Use a quote to support
    III. Symbols

    Discuss various symbols in the story and how those symbols support the theme(s)
    Use a quote to support
    IV. Irony

    Discuss examples of irony in the story
    Use a quote to support
    V. Conclusion

    Explain the significance of the story: what does the story say about humanity that is still relevant today?
    You may also include your response to the story and you may use first person (I thought the story was…)

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