Question

1. what should be included in the thesis statement of a comparative literature essay?

○ a question that must be answered thoroughly by the end of the essay
○ a statement about which of two literary works is more likely to win awards
○ a claim about the similarities and/or differences between two literary works
○ a detailed explanation of how the essay’s textual evidence supports its reasons

Explanation:

A comparative literature essay's thesis should present a claim about the similarities and/or differences between two literary works, as this sets the focus for the comparison. A question (first option) is not a thesis statement. A statement about award - winning potential (third option) is irrelevant to a comparative analysis. A detailed explanation of evidence (fourth option) belongs in the body, not the thesis.

Answer:

a claim about the similarities and/or differences between two literary works