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Directions

For the play called Trifles written by Susan Glaspell, select one of the topics below. Use the question to develop a short essay of at least three paragraphs and 500 words.

In your response, be sure that you have the following; an introductory paragraph with a clear thesis, at least one body paragraph with supporting reasons, examples and quotations from the play, and a concluding paragraph. Use APA style for formatting the paper and for in-text citations and end references.

Topic: (Choose either character, symbol, or theme)

1. Select one character from the play. What does he or she want? What is the conflict this character encounters? How does he or she attempts to get this desire? What prevents him or her from achieving it? What is the resolution by the end of the play for this character?

2. Select one symbol from the play. What is the meaning or significance of the symbol? How is it used to further the story? How does it help the audience to better understand the characters or message of the play?

3. Select one theme from the play. How would you describe the message that is conveyed? How is the theme expressed in the play? Give examples. How does the theme giving meaning to the drama for the audience?

Use APA style and include a title page, running header, proper font and spacing, in-text citations, and a separate references page.