This paper is an argumentative essay on Colson Whitehead’s “The Underground Railroad.” This paper should address how the structure helped develop the narrative and its themes. The Theme is Brutality and Violence. Expectations are a thesis that makes an argument about Whitehead’s purpose in constructing a literal underground railroad. Main points that support the “thesis.” Be sure that the organization of the paper is driven by “ideas” not “summary.” Evidence from the novel ONLY, supporting main points through quoting and observation. Works cited page that includes the book only.