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Othello Analysis Essay Step 1: Choose your topic/approach Character analysis? Theme/motif analysis? Literary criticism lens? Step 2: Write a STRONG thesis statement Remember: one way to write an effective thesis is to focus on what the writer does with the book. You can start with “Through ___________________, Shakespeare explores/demonstrates/shows….” Make sure your whole essay will support the thesis statement you create. (A thesis statement CAN consist of a couple of sentences. It doesn’t just have to be one sentence.) Step 3: Plan your focus for each body paragraph You need to decide if you need 3, 4, or 5 body paragraphs to support your thesis statement. Then think of the best order for those body paragraphs. You want to build up to your strongest point last in order to leave your reader with your strongest ideas. Next, write a strong topic sentence for each body paragraph, a statement that will govern that WHOLE paragraph (a POINT you want to make, NOT a plot detail or summary). Step 4: Gather evidence Start jotting down supporting details, examples, and quotations that you will put in each body paragraph. You need to incorporate quotations from the play AND the articles we read. Look back through the articles and re-read passages that pertain to your topic and your main arguments. Do NOT let the quotes do all the talking for you, though. Try to make sure that at least 2/3 of each body paragraph consists of YOUR ideas/commentary. Remember: You MUST cite your source not only for direct quotations, but also for unique theories/ideas that came from an outside source. Parenthetical reference examples: Play: (I.ii.43-47) Articles: (Spivack 29)