Use of similar techniques
to develop different value themes
Kruger, “Your body is a battleground” Neshat, “Rebellious Silence”
Categorical Outline of the First Essay
Introduction topic, scope, thesis are stated
Topic: the general subject to be discussed
Scope: the pieces to be discussed and the analytical perspective to be used
Theses: The analytical conclusions to be reached: points of similarity and thematic differences
Body of discussion First piece: detailed analysis of first piece (either image or text), consisting of presentation of evidence for specific categories announced in thesis statement and analysis which includes discussion of technique and themes
(three subpoints as a guideline; relationship to the thesis clearly stated)
Second piece: detailed analysis of second piece, consisting of presentation of evidence for specific categories announced in thesis statement and analysis which includes techniques and themes
State points of similarity (usually at the beginning of the section) and develop points of thematic contrast
(three subpoints as a guideline; relationship to the thesis clearly indicated include comparisons to first piece)
Conclusion Brief summary of common aspects; rephrasing of thesis (paraphrased, never repeated verbatim) which articulates the significance of thematic difference
For texts, evidence is presented through quotation, summary, or paraphrase
For images, evidence is presented through description