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ponnderthis
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I'm writing an analytical essay on The Chrysanthemums by John Steinbeck. Please suggest a possible thesis statement.

This is my first essay ever. I'm not sure if my focus should be on the symbolism, the theme, imagery, etc.

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Posted by ponderthis on Thursday February 12, 2009 at 10:15 AM and tagged with essay, the chrysanthemums, thesis statement.

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  1. rshaffer Teacher
    High School - 12th Grade

    eNotes Editor

    All three of your suggestions will work for a thesis statement in John Steinbeck's "The Chrysanthemums."

    You might want to form a thesis statement showing how symbolism enhances the imagery in the short story. If this doesn't prove to be enough for the length of your essay, you could add other figurative language that enhances the imagery of the short story.

    Sources:
    http://www.enotes.com/chrysanthemums/style

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    Posted by rshaffer on Thursday February 12, 2009 at 8:02 PM


  2. scott-locklear Teacher
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    More free information on writing essays can be found at the eNotes Topics pages listed below.

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    Posted by scott-locklear on Tuesday February 17, 2009 at 2:44 PM