ENG 202 Week 4 Major Paper 1

Major Paper #1

This major paper asks that you apply the critical tools developed thus far in our readings--noting the importance of the poem's tone, for example, or setting, its use of conventional symbols, metaphors, and other figures of speech, the use of high or low diction--determining how these elements combine to advance the poem's theme or help the reader understand the meaning.

For this essay, determine what you see as the most significant aspects of Robert Frost's "The Road Not Taken" (page 365) and show how recognizing these elements deepen the reader's understanding and appreciation of the work. This poem has been studied and analyzed throughout the years, undoubtedly because of the universal theme that resonates with most readers and critics alike: choosing one's path in life. In addition, the critical overview of Frost's work at the Literature Resource Center notes the poem's focus on "individualism" which you may want to incorporate into your research and/or essay.

Form:

Heading in upper left

Title - Centered and Informative and Interesting

Introduce the poet and his poem. Have a very clear and well-thought out thesis--what are you saying about this work? this poet?

Include at least 2 sources--one from Poetry: An Introduction and 1+ from outside source(s)

Cite properly in-text, as well as on the Works Cited page

Paper Length = 3 pages with a Works Cited page (doesn't NOT count as a page)