V for Vendetta

V FOR VENDETTAIdeas are bullet proof !

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READ & REMEMBER

ESSAY TOPICSIt would not be an English class if some form of essay was not involved. The great thing about this graphic novel is that there are so many complex ideas being questioned, you will enjoy arguing your point as to its significance to your own thoughts about humanity.

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CHAPTER ANALYSISThere are quite a few chapters in this graphic novel. If you are going to keep all of the ideas straight, you will need a chart that outlines many of the themes and character traits discussed. Recopy the multiple charts in your notes, not on this copy, to keep organized.

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CHARACTER EVOLUTIONEach of the main characters go through major changes as they interact with each other and society. Keep track of the changes directly on this chart.

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Moore wrote this story, but never wanted to see it as a movie. He felt the

panels spoke for themselves.

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Alan Moore talking with protesters

Alan Moore V and Evey

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ESSAY TOPICS

Please choose one of the following essay topics. You will be writing a 5-paragraph essay. You will use proper MLA format for in-text citations and a proper ‘Work Cited’ entry.

1) Are V’s actions committed to help England regain its freedom from a dictator or is he just satisfying his revenge against the people who wronged him and disguising it as actions of a freedom fighter?

2) The government in V for Vendetta attempts to manipulate the people with the media. Which is more powerful: the media or the people?

3) V for Vendetta has many characters who have strong feelings of right and wrong. They believe their actions are justified and that others have it wrong. How do these beliefs create their downfalls or successes? Why are people defined by their actions, not their thoughts?

EssaysBe able to write a proper essay that includes the following items:

* a specific thesis statement that outlines your

argument in your paper

* properly punctuated novels and plays or short stories

* detailed, body paragraphs that have a focused argument

* a conclusion that summarizes your main

points and leaves your reader with a general, thoughtful statement concerning your argument

Intro

Point #1

Point #2

Point #3

Conclusion

Thesis Statement

*** Always refer back to your thesis statement. You want to link everything together so that you are always on track, proving your thesis.

Concluding Statement

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Chapters:_______ Analysis Chart

Main Plot Events Conflicts Heroic/Anti Heroic Elements

Character Developments Mood/Atmosphere Themes

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Character EvolutionKEEP TRACK OF HOW THESE CHARACTERS CHANGE

V Evey

Finch Susan

Creedy Prothero The Bishop Delia