These elements should be in your 50-minute analysis essay:
1. INTRODUCTION PARAGRAPH (2-4 sentences, using the "definition" hook introduction strategy, identifying author and story title, ending with a clear thesis statement that answers the prompt).
2. BODY PARAGRAPH, PART 1: 4-8 sentences with a topic sentence, at least two quotes from Odyssey Part 1 (all parenthetically cited by page # in textbook), backed by analysis, each supporting the pronged reason shared in your thesis statement, logically ordered).
3. BODY PARAGRAPH, PART 2: 4-8 sentences with a topic sentence, at least two quotes from Odyssey Part 2 (all parenthetically cited by page # in textbook), backed by analysis, each supporting the pronged reason shared in your thesis statement, logically ordered).
4. CONCLUDING PARAGRAPH: re-emphasize your thesis, finish the essay with a strong closing sentence and without opening up a new essay topic, in 2-3 sentences.