Essay instructions: Write a 250-300 word essay on one of the three topics listed below. It is suggested that you write four paragraphs. Your introductory paragraph should contain a thesis statement as the final sentence of the first paragraph. If you have chosen a prompt contains a question, your thesis statement will provide your answer for this question. Otherwise, your thesis statement will identify the prompt and project the substance of your argument. The thesis statement itself will receive a score equal to one fifth of your score for this essay. Present you argument, analysis, and/or discussion in the second paragraph. The third paragraph will containing your conclusion. In the fourth and final paragraph include your personal response to the film.
Good and excellent essay scores will include specific examples and/or quotations from the film to support your analysis and conclusions.
Who are the ravens alluded to in the film’s title? What message does the film provide? Discuss in detail and cite the specific scenes which support your assertions.
The Spanish Civil War has officially ended 40 ago when this film is set in 1976. Discuss what might be considered the echoes of the war as presented in this film. Develop the topic by providing examples and/or quotations from the film to support you assertions.
In one scene, the three sisters put on grown-up’s clothing and make-up. They then begin to act out adult roles. What roles are the children acting out? The actions and dialogue from this scene are reflected in a later scene. Describe this scene, then compare the two scenes, citing relevant actions and dialogue.
