Topic 1: Analyzing the Romantic Elements in Robert Burns's Poetry

a) Nature Imagery: Examine how Burns uses nature imagery to evoke emotions and create a romantic
atmosphere.
b)Emotion and Individualism: Analyze the expression of personal emotions and the focus on individual
experience in his poems.
c) Folklore and Tradition: Discuss the incorporation of Scottish folklore and traditions, and their role in
romanticizing the past.
d)Language and Dialect: Explore the use of Scots language and dialect in creating a sense of place and
cultural identity.
e) Themes of Love and Beauty: Investigate how themes of love and beauty are portrayed in a romanticized
manner in poems like "A Red, Red Rose."

Topic 2: Analyzing the Symbolism and Themes in A. E. Housman's "When I Was One-and-
Twenty"

a) Symbolism of Money and Love: Analyze the symbolic meaning of money (crowns, pounds, guineas)
versus the heart and love.
b) Youth and Experience: Explore the contrast between youthful naivety and the wisdom that comes with
age and experience.
c) Tone and Voice: Examine the tone of the poem, including the shifts in voice from the wise man to the
young speaker.
d) Repetition and Structure: Discuss the use of repetition and its effect on emphasizing the poem's
message.
e) Figurative Language: Analyze the use of metaphors and other figurative language to convey deeper
meanings about life and love.

Topic 3: Analyzing the Role of Social Critique in Doris Lessing's "Flight"

a) Generational Conflict: Examine the portrayal of generational conflict and differing perspectives on
love and freedom.
b) Symbolism of Birds: Analyze the symbolic significance of birds in the story, particularly in relation to
freedom and control.
c) Setting and Atmosphere: Discuss how the setting and descriptive details contribute to the social
critique.
d) Character Development: Explore the characters' development and how their interactions reflect
societal norms and expectations.
e) Themes of Change and Resistance: Investigate themes of change and resistance, particularly the
grandfather's struggle with letting go.

Topic 4: Analyzing the Use of Supernatural Elements in W. W. Jacobs's "The Monkey's Paw"

a) Suspense and Foreshadowing: Analyze how Jacobs builds suspense and uses foreshadowing to create
a sense of impending doom.
b) Character Reactions: Explore the characters' reactions to the supernatural elements and how these
reactions drive the plot.
c) Symbolism of the Monkey's Paw: Discuss the symbolic significance of the monkey's paw and its
representation of fate and consequences.
d) Themes of Greed and Hubris: Investigate themes of greed and hubris, and how the characters' desires
lead to their downfall.
e) Narrative Structure: Examine the structure of the story and how the pacing and sequence of events
enhance the supernatural aspects.

Topic 5: Analyzing the Robert Frost's Depiction of Rural Life and Individualism

a) Imagery and Setting: Analyze Frost's use of imagery and setting to depict rural life and its inherent
beauty and challenges.
b) Themes of Choice and Consequence: Explore how Frost addresses themes of choice and consequence,
particularly in "The Road Not Taken."
c) Tone and Mood: Discuss the tone and mood of Frost's poems, and how they reflect a sense of
contemplation and introspection.
d) Symbolism of Nature: Investigate the symbolic use of nature in Frost's poetry, and how it reflects
broader human experiences and emotions.
e) Narrative Voice: Examine the narrative voice in Frost's poems and how it conveys a sense of
individualism and personal reflection.

Topic 6: Analyzing the Exploring Langston Hughes's Representation of African American Life

a) Cultural References: Analyze the cultural references in Hughes's poetry and how they reflect African
American experiences and heritage.
b) Themes of Struggle and Hope: Explore themes of struggle, resilience, and hope in Hughes's work,
focusing on poems like "Dreams."
c) Imagery and Symbolism: Discuss Hughes's use of imagery and symbolism to convey the emotional
and social realities of African American life.
d) Tone and Voice: Examine the tone and voice in Hughes's poetry, and how they capture the rhythms and
cadences of African American speech.
e) Social and Political Commentary: Investigate how Hughes's poetry serves as a form of social and
political commentary, addressing issues of race and inequality.

Topic 7: Comparative Analysis of Romantic and Realistic Elements in Robert Burns and Robert
Frost

a) Nature Imagery: Compare the use of nature imagery in Burns's and Frost's poetry and its role in
romantic and realistic depictions.
b) Themes of Love and Individualism: Explore how both poets address themes of love and individualism
in their works.
c) Language and Style: Analyze the differences in language and style between the romanticism of Burns
and the realism of Frost.
d) Cultural Contexts: Discuss the cultural contexts in which Burns and Frost wrote, and how these
contexts influenced their literary approaches.
e) Symbolism and Figurative Language: Compare the use of symbolism and figurative language in the
works of both poets to convey their themes.
 Topic 8: Analyzing the Impact of Historical Context on the Works of A. E. Housman and Doris
Lessing

a) Biographical Influences: Analyze how the personal lives and experiences of Housman and Lessing
influenced their writing.
b) Social and Political Contexts: Explore the social and political contexts of their time and how these are
reflected in their works.
c) Themes of Loss and Change: Discuss how themes of loss, change, and societal transformation are
portrayed in their literary works.
d) Literary Movements: Investigate the literary movements (e.g., Victorian, Modernism) that influenced
Housman and Lessing's writing styles and themes.
e) Critical Reception: Examine the critical reception of their works during their lifetimes and how
historical context shaped this reception.

Topic 9: Analyzing Feminist Themes in "The Story of an Hour" by Kate Chopin

a) Historical and Biographical Context: Examine the biographical background of Kate Chopin and the
historical context in which she wrote. How did her life experiences influence her feminist views?
b) Symbolism of the Window: Analyze the symbolic meaning of the window in the story. How does it
represent freedom and confinement?
c) Character Development of Mrs. Mallard: Explore the psychological development of Mrs. Mallard
throughout the story. How does her reaction to her husband's death reveal her inner desires and
conflicts?
d) Use of Irony: Discuss the use of dramatic and situational irony in the story. How does irony enhance the
story's themes of freedom and repression?
e) Themes of Marriage and Female Independence: Investigate the themes of marriage, autonomy, and the
societal roles of women. How does Chopin critique the institution of marriage through the story?

Topic 10: Analyzing Heritage and Identity in "Everyday Use" by Alice Walker

a) Cultural and Historical Context: Explore the cultural and historical background of the African
American experience depicted in the story. How do Walker’s own experiences and the Civil Rights
Movement influence her writing?
b) Character Analysis of Dee, Maggie, and Mama: Compare and contrast the characters of Dee, Maggie,
and Mama. How do their perspectives on heritage and identity differ?
c) Symbolism of the Quilts: Analyze the symbolic significance of the quilts in the story. What do they
represent about heritage and the African American experience?
d) Themes of Tradition vs. Modernity: Discuss the tension between tradition and modernity as portrayed
in the story. How does Walker address the conflict between preserving cultural heritage and adapting to
new identities?
e) Narrative Technique and Point of View: Examine Walker’s use of first-person narration and its impact
on the story. How does the narrative technique influence the reader's understanding of the characters and
themes?