Dec 21, 2009

In the Time of the Butterflies | Sample Essay Outlines

Topic #1: The Mirabal sisters and the roles of women

I. Thesis statement: The four Mirabal sisters assume contrasting roles as women that define their decisions to participate—or not—in the anti-Trujillo movement throughout In the Time of the Butterflies. Dedé and Minerva are most conflicted, while María Teresa and Patria’s participation in the movement becomes an outgrowth of their relationships.

II. The role of women in Dominican society is generally traditional and under Trujillo is particularly oppressive.

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