Thesis: “Trifles”, by Susan Glaspell illustrates the oppression of women in a society dominated by men with irony, symbolism of the bird and the house, and Mrs. Hale’s and Mrs. Peter’s struggle.
Outline:
Background of Susan Glaspell
Her childhood and the struggles she had growing up
The relationship she had with her family and friends
Her journey into literature
The struggles and quality of life of women during that time period
Specific cases of poor treatment by husbands
Examples of limitations put on women
The progressive actions taken to improve women’s position in society
How the items in my thesis support claim
Examples of irony with explanation
Deep analysis and explanation of the bird and the house
Deep explanation of Mrs. Hale and Mrs. Peter
Tie it into today’s society
Explain how some things may not have changed
Explain the things that have changed
Explain the possible outcomes over the next few years
