AP English Literature and Composition
Advanced Placement English Literature and Composition studying literary analysis and interpretation.
Practical Applications
Writing Literary Analysis Essays
Crafting a Strong Literary Analysis Essay
Literary analysis essays require you to present an argument about a text, supported by evidence and analysis.
Key Steps
- Thesis Statement: Make a clear, arguable claim.
- Textual Evidence: Use quotes and examples from the text.
- Analysis: Explain how your evidence supports the thesis.
- Organization: Structure your essay with clear paragraphs and transitions.
Tips for Success
- Stay focused on your thesis.
- Avoid plot summary—analyze, don’t retell.
- Revise for clarity and coherence.
Everyday Connections
These writing skills help with persuasive emails, reports, and social media posts.
Examples
Building an essay around the theme of ambition in 'Macbeth'.
Using textual evidence to analyze tone in a poem.