“The Search for Self: A Metaphorical Journey in Song of Solomon” The Search for Self: A Metaphorical Journey in Song of Solomon Toni Morrison’s novel Song of Solomon follows the protagonist, Milkman, on a physical

Consider Milkman’s search for gold as a metaphor for his search to find himself. Analyze the stages of his search in relation to the stages of his emotional growth and discovery of identity. This idea requires you to prove how various stages in Milkman’s life change as he matures into a more connected and empathetic person.
My teacher said I wrote it like a book report and not an argumentive essay.  I need to use my same essay but revised to be an argumentive essay.
Literary Analysis Essay for Song of Solomon,
by Toni Morrison 
Length: Five paragraphs (3 well-developed BP’s along with proper intro and conclusion paragraphs in full MLA)