Adelaide Essay Prompts for Analytical Writing

These twelve prompts are designed to move beyond summary and toward argument. Each prompt targets a specific narrative mechanism in Adelaide—character change, causality, relationship dynamics, structural choices, symbolism, or the ending—and asks you to build a thesis that is grounded in the novel's own details. Use the evidence leads as starting points, but return to the text to develop your own close readings. For each prompt, you should aim for a thesis that is arguable, specific to this novel, and supported by at least three moments from the text. If you need to refresh your memory on key characters or themes, consult the character pages or theme guides before drafting.