DescriptionArgumentative essay addressing one of the 9 topics below (your choice) :1. Analyze the theme of Harry Potter and the Philosophers Stone by exploring the relevance of archetypal allusions either Arthurian, Mythological or religious to figure out the meaning of Harrys quest, a quest much like our own. Here are some prompts to get you brainstorming: J.K. Rowling uses the heroic quest as a metaphor for life; in Harrys life she presents a model for our own life; Harrys virtues and his strategies for life are ones to emulate. This boy at such a young age begins to lead a heroic life, a life that an adult could find tough; what does it mean to be a hero, and can any one person be heroic all on their own, according to Rowling? 2. In Harry Potter and the Philosophers Stone, J.K. Rowling uses magic as a metaphor for the imagination and/or creativity; based on this conclusion, which you have to prove, devise a thesis argument that explains the relevance of this metaphor.3. In Harry Potter and the Philosophers Stone, J.K. Rowling uses magic as a metaphor for power; what is the source of power? You could consider the link between knowledge and power according to the novel. Devise a thesis argument that turns this subject into a theme. 4. In Harry Potter and the Philosophers Stone, J.K. Rowling uses magic as a metaphor for the power generated by the ability to communicate, the ability to use language effectively. For example, the words in the spells have the power to change and effect; How does she develop this metaphor and what is the thematic significance of this metaphor? 5. A combination of topic two and three6. A combination of topic three and four.7. Not to sound like the WBs Charmed, but the power of three figures prominently in J. K. Rowlings Harry Potter and the Philosophers Stone. Therefore, she shows communitys integral role in personal growth and in personal and communal success. Develop and support a theme/a thesis argument that explores the subject of community and its importance. 8. David O. Russells Silver Linings Playbook is a hybrid of genres, an unconventional mix of genres that on the surface should not work as a film because it is too scattered and does not follow expectations/norms being a bio polar, mashup of genres. But, it does work as a film. It works really well in its unconventional way much like the way Tiffany and Pat, the films central characters, do not work as individuals but together they do work. The film is a dramedy/chick flick/buddy movie that consists of social commentary exploring subjects such as the traditional marriage (Pat Sr. and Delores, Pat Jr. and Nikki, Tiffany and Tommy and Veronica and Ronnie all have traditional marriages whereas when Pat and Tiffany get together, they do not enter into a traditional marriage), relationships, family/community, communication, expression/creativity, the American dream, religion, self-betterment, life AND FOOTBALL! Pick one of the subjects I have mentioned above or maybe combine two subjects from the list above and analyze the film to support the works theme, your thesis argument.9. Eudora Weltys Petrified Man is considered social commentary on a variety of subjects like relationships, power, selfishness, commodification, beauty, the beauty industry with its link to capitalism, and self-worth . In an argumentative essay, explore the position that the story takes on a subject or perhaps two subjects that can be logically linked. In other words, analyze the authors use of ideas and/or techniques and devices to communicate the works theme. Document included contains ALL the information regarding the teacher’s style and how it is to be written.
