Archives for March 15, 2017

Due 3/16: The Alchemist

March 15, 2017 By

1. (Due 3/16, 3/17 for 10B) The Alchemist–Read up to p. 87 (stop with “The boy couldn’t believe what he was seeing: The Oasis”) Key points to keep in mind:

  • The Englishman
  • Philosopher’s Stone/Elixir of Life
  • The Caravan Leader
  • The Englishman
  • Maktub
  • Soul of the World

2. (Due 3/20) Live the Question–Again, because of the posting snafu on Friday, I am amending the writing assignment. For Monday, you are to write a poem! Use the lines of verse to illustrate what it means to live one (or multiple) of your questions of self-interrogation. As you live the question in verse, you are expected to:

  • Rely on at least one controlling technique (i.e. rhyme, repetition, etc.) or device (i.e. the lynching scene in Wright’s “Between the World and Me”).
  • Rely on “painterly language” to show rather than tell. Again, Wright’s poem is a great example of a poem that relies on vivid imagery to show the reader the scene.

Due 3/16: Metaphysical Poets

March 15, 2017 By

1. (Due 3/20) Writing–Metaphysical mimic poem. This poem should mimic the theme of one of the metaphysical poems (either Donne or Marvell).

2. Be prepared to discuss the Donne and Marvell poems tomorrow.

Due 3/16: The Stranger

March 15, 2017 By

1. The Stranger–read and annotate the first two chapters of Part 2.

2. THE STRANGER ESSAY
First Draft due Thursday, March 23rd.
Final Draft due Monday, March 27th.
3 page literary/philosophical analysis of The Stranger. What is Camus arguing about the human condition? You are expected to use The Myth of Sisyphus as a complement to your discussion.  How does Sisyphus help us to understand Camus’ philosophy as communicated through Meursault?  IMPORTANT: While Sisyphus is used to give some form to the discussion (i.e. helping to shape the thesis), the discussion is focused on exploring Camus’ message and how he develops that message. While not necessary, I would encourage you to research Camus further to give you further context.  Folks, I expect this essay to demonstrate great thematic/philosophical control of  both texts.  Waiting till the night before is probably not a good idea.  Your reading responses and annotations should prove to be quite beneficial here.  This should be typed in font size 12 (times new roman  or arial).  You should have a title!!!  The title should reflect your thesis.  If you have any questions, please email me.