a literary analysis should contain a

thoughtful interpretation of a work

brief and simple response to a work

response to a work based on popular opinion

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careful examination and evaluation of the themes, characters, plot, writing style, and other literary elements present in the work

analysis of the author's intentions and messages conveyed through the text

analysis of the historical, cultural, or social context of the work

analysis of the literary devices used and their effectiveness in conveying meaning

personal insight and reflection on the work, supported by evidence from the text

evaluation and critique of the strengths and weaknesses of the work

original and unique perspective or argument about the work