Question

Directions Robert's teacher has asked the class to write an essay supporting an interpretation of a literary work. Robert wants

to write about a poem by Paula Gunn Allen
Before writing his essay, Robert needs to make sure that he has evidence
a that will fill two or three pages
b. of several different kinds
c. to support his thesis
d that will leave readers with something to consider
Please select the best answer from the choices provided

Answer 1

D) that will leave readers with something to consider.

Step-by-step explanation:

Every reader of literature already knows that an interpretation of piece of literature (especially a poem) is just one of many other possible interpretations. When we support one interpretation, our purpose is not eliminate alternative interpretations. We just want the reader to consider our interpretation as well. Hence, we need an evidence to convince the readers that they should consider that particular interpretation as well.

Option A is incorrect, because Robert's main purpose is not to fill two or three pages, but to convince reader of that interpretation.

Option B is incorrect because it is very absurd.

Option C is also incorrect, because Robert's purpose is not to prove that ONLY his interpretation is correct. His purpose is to add one more interpretation to some already existing interpretations.

Answer 2

c. to support his thesis.

Step-by-step explanation:

When we write an essay, one of the most important elements that we have to consider is that of establishing a thesis. The thesis is the main idea of a text. It is also the main claim that the author wants to defend in his work. Once we have established a thesis, the author needs to make sure that the evidence he provides supports this thesis. Otherwise, he has no way of demonstrating that his claim is worthy of consideration.