This document provides instructions for a literary analysis assignment. Students are asked to write a 3-4 page analysis of a short story that incorporates research from outside sources while advancing their own interpretation. The analysis must use one of several approaches, such as a formal, historical, biographical, sociological, philosophical, or psychological analysis. Students are expected to accurately cite at least 3 research sources in MLA format to support their own thesis about the short story. Examples of potential topics are given for each analytical approach.