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What would be a good topic to assign for writing an essay about the movie "Inside Out"?

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Sadness is vital to our well-being. Early in the film, Joy admits that she doesn’t understand what Sadness is for or why it’s in Riley’s head. She’s not alone; at one time or another, many of us have probably wondered what purpose sadness serves in our lives. That’s why we love that Sadness rather than Joy emerges as the hero of the movie. Why? Because Sadness connects deeply with people—a critical component of happiness—and helps Riley do the same.

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How would I write an analytical essay on The Lion King?

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Read the book and watch the movie. State the small (but necessary) details and their effects on the whole story. Analyze the tone and the message of the author and/or the characters and try to tell what kind of people they mirror today. Also, state some differences and similarities of both the book and movie version.

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How long should the essay be?

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It depends. If it's for school or work, there will be a length requirement. If not, the length is up to you.

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When writing an analytical essay, can I analyze a series?

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Yes. Doing that would be fine, but it would be a much longer essay depending on how long the series is.

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How do I know if I should add works cited? Should I always add it just to be on the safe side? What is the rule of thumb for adding works cited?

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Always add works cited. It is more professional and official to ensure all sources in your text are cited appropriately.

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How do I pick a good a title for my analytical essay?

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Think about the main idea of your essay. What's the point of your essay? Name it.

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How long is a typical analysis paper?

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Depending on what you are writing on or the grade you are in, your analysis paper should be around 600 to 1000 words. Ask the person setting the test for advice on the length.

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