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How can a setting influence themes?
Setting can create atmosphere, symbolize ideas, and reflect characters' internal states, thus developing themes.
Explain: 'Hamlet is about the ambiguity of language.'
Hamlet's soliloquies exemplify the ambiguity of language.
What is a thesis statement?
An interpretation of a literary text; an argument, not a summary.
Define 'evidence' in literary analysis.
Specific details from the literary work that support your claims.
What is 'commentary' in essay writing?
Explanation of how your evidence supports your line of reasoning.
What is a 'line of reasoning'?
The logical sequence of claims that support your thesis.
Define 'sophistication' in AP Lit essays.
Showing depth and complexity in your analysis.