Category: Literature

Read Crime and Punishment, by Fyodor Dostoevsky, marking each instance of liminal space, e.g., thresholds, doorways, that is, places or objects that are physically or metaphorically between 2 things. Write out your analysis and interpretations of the novel’s various and abundant liminal spaces.

Write an informative essay (5 paragraphs) that details your vision for yourself and your goals for this school year, the next five years, and the next ten years. (5 paragraphs) that details your vision for yourself and your goals for this school year, the next five years, and the next ten years.

The audience is your instructor and classmates. Your audience will expect correct usage of grammar and style conventions, appropriate language and tone, well-organized thoughts, and detailed explanations. Avoid trying to cover too many events or scenes. Illustrate one or two key events that influenced you. Keep the discussion focused on your precise purpose. As this […]

Given two articles presenting opposing sides of an issue (mandatory uniforms in schools), construct your own 2-3 page Rogerian argument essay in which you attempt to arrive at a workable solution or “middle ground.” 1. Summary of Positions ❒ Have you briefly introduced the author and publication context (year, journal, etc.) of Article 1? ❒ […]

Which short story did you respond most strongly to, either positively or negatively? Using examples, explain why the form and/or content had an impact on you.

Compare and contrast a selected theme, for example, revenge from recent readings. Discuss the motives of specific characters. Who is more/less justified in their actions? What are the differences in the behavior? Defend your choices with examples from the readings. Which characters are more/less sympathetic? What unintended consequences follow from the actions of these individuals? […]