Compare or contrast “Fences and “The Piano Lesson” write a short 600 word paragraph with a clear thesis statement about the two plays.

Make sure to use direct quotes from each play for support.

For example one possible thesis “both fences and The Piano Lesson use symbolism(thesis)

Support from plays- the fence in fences is symbolic as is the piano in the piano lesson (get direct quotes from the play)

Support from the critics you must also make sure to use at least two critics in your response.

Let the critics guide your essay.

For example: according to the new york times these plays have unforgettable characters

Then your thesis would start with this and then work in the direct quotes from the plays. Do not use summary for this essay