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What is the theme (defined in the text and in lecture) of “The Parable of the Prodigal Son,” and how is it evident in this story?

Students are to write a 750 word analysis of one of the following. 1. Analyze irony in “The Gift of the Magi.” 2. Analyze theme in “The Parable of the Prodigal Son.” 3. Analyze voice or character in “A Rose for Miss Emily” 4. Analyze symbol in “Young Goodman Brown’” Consider the historical basis for […]