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Outline: Analysis of Themes and Literary elements and Origin of Socrates Fortlow’s
Hostility in “Equal Opportunity by Walter Mosley
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Introduction
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Background information of the narrative: “Equal Opportunity” by Walter Mosley
B.
Introducing critical technique [feminist approach] to be deployed in the analysis of
themes and literary elements.
C.
Thesis statement: In the lens of a feminist view, this paper aims to examine theme of
hostility emphasized in the story, “Equal Opportunity” while demonstrating the origin of
Socrates Fortlow’s hostility displayed through power dynamics, masculinity and the
impact of historically established gender-based norms.
II.
Gender dynamics in the lens of Feminist Approach
A.
Explanation of elements such as structures of power and gender roles in the lens of
feminist approach.
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B.
Illustration of Fortlow’s socialization with women in the narrative and how power
imbalance is depicted throughout the interactions with female characters including
Winnie and Lula.
C.
Explanation of how traditional gender norms are reinforced by Fortlow’s hostility in the
story.
D.
Reflecting on the hostility by Fortlow in connection with the historical period’s gender-
based norms.
III.
Toxic aggression and masculinity in the lens of Feminist Approach
A.
Examination of how violence and aggression is displayed by Fortlow in the story.
Analysis of events involving physical violence and confrontations of the character.
B.
Exploration of how societal norms and expectation around masculinity shapes the
aggression and violence displayed by Fortlow
C.
Explanation of how the Fortlow’s adoption of masclunity is influenced by the evolution
of gender and racial inequality over time.
IV.
Literary Elements and Theme: Depiction of Hostility
A.
Detailed analysis of hostility in the context of the narrative, “Equal Opportunity”.
Explanation of various forms of hostility displayed in the story and how the plot and
characters are affected.
B.
Discussion of various elements of literature that demonstrate the hostility by Fortlow.
Further, more explanation of author’s dialogue, symbolism and language in giving
emphasis on Fortlow’s aggressive nature.
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C.
Explanation of the alignment between the challenges of the feminist views on toxic
masculinity and Fortlow’s hostile nature. Further analysis of how issues of feminist and
challenges are reinforced by the narrative around Fortlow.
V.
Impact of Feminist advocacy and Historical Period
A.
Conceptualization of racial disparities and gender roles in the historical context.
B.
Examination of feminist-related advocacy movements. Highlighting core principles in the
second-wave feminist advocacy and movements.
C.
Explanation of how feminist and historical perspectives shape Fortlow and his
development as a character in the narrative, “Equal Opportunity”.
VI.
Conclusion
A.
Thesis restatement and highlight of key concepts from feminist approach.
B.
Summary of main points around the hostility displayed by Socrates Fortlow.
C.
Critical reflection concerning the gender challenges, toxic masculinity and historical
impacts. Discussion of the relevance of the feminist issues in the story to the society.
D.
Final views and opinions about the major character’s nature of hostility and the society’s
stance on the issue.
Works Cited
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Mosley, Walter. "Equal Opportunity."
Critical Quarterly
37.4 (1995): 116-128.