ASSIGNMENT
In Derek Walcott’s "Midsummer,” the speaker reveals his perspective by using allusions that give information about his background, the topics that are important to him, and his attitude and feelings. Think about your own background and experiences. In a paragraph, explain how your perspective affects your interpretation and understanding of "Midsummer.”
For full credit (100 points), be sure that your response includes the following elements:
Response specifically addresses the prompt to completion, and incorporates your learning from the lesson (from 30-50 points)
Response includes a thoughtful reflection (from 20-30 points)
Response uses correct grammar and mechanics (from 5-20 points)
