Which of the aspects of the American Dream (abundant land, veritable wealth, religious fortitude, open hospitality, laborious work ethic, etc. ), established by the early American writers and explorers, do you feel was best conveyed in the writings of Bradford, Smith, Columbus, or Bradstreet? Explain. (This post closes at midnight on March 3rd.)
Wednesday, February 18, 2009
The American Legacy
Which of the aspects of the American Dream (abundant land, veritable wealth, religious fortitude, open hospitality, laborious work ethic, etc. ), established by the early American writers and explorers, do you feel was best conveyed in the writings of Bradford, Smith, Columbus, or Bradstreet? Explain. (This post closes at midnight on March 3rd.)
Tuesday, January 27, 2009
EXPLORING LITERATURE
Roland Barthes once commented, "Literature is the question minus the answer." Which of the short stories in this unit has led you to question someone, something, or yourself? Tell how.
(This post closes at midnight on Feb. 13th)
Thursday, January 15, 2009
NIGHT
Why do you think Elie Wiesel titled his memoir NIGHT? What passage from the book best conveys this meaning? Please give the page number of the passage. (this post closes at midnight on January 27th)
Monday, January 5, 2009
You Are What You Read?
Of the novels that you have read in the past, which have you enjoyed the most and why? This post will close on Wednesday, January 14th at midnight.
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