regarding the story of ( “Playing Metal Gear Solid V_ The Phanto…” by Jamil Jan Kochai )In a 4-page MLA 9 academic essay analyze and evaluate how plot, tone, and point of view shape the the main character/narrator’s relationship with the self, society, or other social dynamics.
Incorporate in-text citations, or evidence from the story/poem to support your original interpretation of the relationship dynamics.
Remember that it is not helpful to identify or point out metaphors, first-person narration, or other devices without showing how these elements (plot, POV, and tone) contribute to the exploration of the self, society, or other social dynamics. In other words, go beyond writing a plot summary, and instead, think of how the sequence of events shape the main character or narrator’s relationship to the self. Be sure to refer to specific passages to support your interpretation of how plot creates the main character’s/narrator’s relationship with the self.
Close Readings vs. Research Assignments
Although looking at overviews or summaries of works to increase your understanding–especially when you find the work difficult–is encouraged, further research is not permitted for this assignment. The purpose of the assignment is to practice using literary terms to analyze a text, and knowing how a work has been traditionally interpreted may interfere with your ability to make original insights or identify details that have gone unnoticed. Moreover, there is no need to reproduce well-known interpretations. Try to look at the work from a unique perspective founded on the details you observe in the text.