Analyze the main cause of Elizabeths prejudice, proving it by at least three examples and showing how it undermines her ability to make good judgments. Then discuss the way in which Elizabeth conquers her prejudice. You may use the following thesis statement if you choose: The primary cause of Elizabeths prejudice is her own pride in her powers of judgment [or another cause which you may want to prove], which she learns to temper with humility and caution, thereby overcoming her prejudice against Darcy and the temptation to similar prejudices in the future.
Introductory paragraph
a. a strong opening sentence
b. background on the basic plot and main characters
c. a strong thesis statement that captures the depth of your analysis and indicates the direction that analysis will take
I. Body Paragraph One
a. a topic sentence that relates back to the thesis statement in some way, and presents the issue you are discussing as it first appears in Austens novel
b. relevant details that show the significance of your topic in the novel
II. Body Paragraph Two
a. a topic sentence which again relates to the thesis statement but suggests the continued development of the issue under discussion
b. more relevant details that show how your topic has developed under Austens guidance, and what effect the issue is having on the main characters
III. Body Paragraph Three
a. a topic sentence that relates to the thesis statement and shows the final development and working out of the issue being discussed
b. final climactic scenes or conversations and resolution or the promise of resolution in the future
Conclusion
a. A re-phrasing of the original thesis statement
b. Final thoughts pertaining to Austens treatment of the issue you have discussed
c. Final thoughts concerning your opinion of the validity or value of Austens message
d. Make sure you stay focused on the novel, and avoid unnecessary moralizing or generalization.
