Whatever position you take, be sure to address the points Snell makes in her article and explain your reasoning soundly. Don't forget to respond to classmates' perspectives.
Friday, January 9, 2015
Medieval Literature: Why Bother?
In an article entitled "Why Bother with Beowulf?" Melissa Snell claims that medieval literature provides a "gateway to our past." She contends it is important, enriching, and enlightening to read literature that is centuries old.
Do you agree? Are works like Beowulf still relevant? Is there still something profound to be gained from reading them? Should we throw them out of our English course curriculum in favor of newer, more modern works? If so, in what ways are modern works more relevant to our lives?
Whatever position you take, be sure to address the points Snell makes in her article and explain your reasoning soundly. Don't forget to respond to classmates' perspectives.
Whatever position you take, be sure to address the points Snell makes in her article and explain your reasoning soundly. Don't forget to respond to classmates' perspectives.
Thursday, December 18, 2014
Friday, December 12, 2014
The Pearl by John Steinbeck
Explain: How does this quote from John Steinbeck relate to the book The Pearl? How do the characters and events in the book reveal Steinbeck's attitude about poverty, wealth, and class? Where do Steinbeck's sympathies lie? In other words, as evidenced in the book, how does he feel about the poor? How does he feel about the rich?
Thursday, December 4, 2014
It's a Bird! It's a Plane! It's...Timmy?!
It's the boys' turn! We discussed our perspectives last time on whether or not Disney princesses are good role models for girls. This time, I pose the following question: Are comic book superheroes good role-models for boys?
In an article for The Telegraph, Richard Alleyne, science correspondent, writes, "Superheroes promote violence and revenge." You can read the article here: Superheroes Send Out Wrong Messages to Boys
On the other side, the writers at Popular Mechanics express admiration for superheroes. They write, "adversity and moral lessons go with the awesome visual effects." You can read the article here:Are Modern Superheroes Bad Role Models?
What do you think?
Remember, as always, your response should be two full paragraphs. You should use textual evidence from either article to help support your perspective, and you should respond appropriately to your classmates' points of view.
In an article for The Telegraph, Richard Alleyne, science correspondent, writes, "Superheroes promote violence and revenge." You can read the article here: Superheroes Send Out Wrong Messages to Boys
On the other side, the writers at Popular Mechanics express admiration for superheroes. They write, "adversity and moral lessons go with the awesome visual effects." You can read the article here:Are Modern Superheroes Bad Role Models?
What do you think?
Remember, as always, your response should be two full paragraphs. You should use textual evidence from either article to help support your perspective, and you should respond appropriately to your classmates' points of view.
Wednesday, November 19, 2014
Happy Thanksgiving!
I am thankful for all of my brilliant students! Enjoy your week off, and spend some quality time with your family and friends. :)
Happy Thanksgiving!
Friday, November 14, 2014
Are Disney Princesses Bad Role Models?
A simple question. What do you think? Are Disney Princesses bad role models for young girls? Why or why not?
Your evidence should cite specific elements of Disney films that feature princesses. Two paragraphs, please! Don't forget to respond to your classmates' viewpoints!
Your evidence should cite specific elements of Disney films that feature princesses. Two paragraphs, please! Don't forget to respond to your classmates' viewpoints!
Sunday, November 2, 2014
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