Feminist Perspective

Research one poem by one of the following poets: Adrienne Rich, Gwendolyn Brooks, Maya Angelou, or Elizabeth Bishop. First, post the poem (one we have not discussed in class) to your response. Then, record your reaction to the poem. Finally, indicate how the poem embodies the feminist literary perspective.

Your response must be at least three well-developed paragraphs to receive full credit.

To Kill a Mockingbird - Quote response

Choose one quote from the novel that you feel is profound or inspirational. Cite the quote, then explain why the quote resonates with you. Your response must be at least 5-7 grammatically correct sentences (excluding the quote) to receive full credit.

Edgar Allan Poe - Biography

Locate one biography of Edgar Allan Poe online. Be sure that it is a relatively reliable source (i.e. wikipedia is not an option). Then, identify three interesting facts you discover about Poe. Finally, post the link to the site that you used for this post.

To Kill a Mockingbird - Part I

We have completed reading Part I of the book. Lee intentionally separates the novel into two parts to separately establish the two main plots. What do you consider to be the driving force of the plot in Part I? What themes do you see emerging from the novel? Use textual evidence to support your insights. Your response must be at least 2 well-developed paragraphs in length.

Introductory Blog

To begin our blogging discussions for the school year, please respond to the following questions:
-What is your favorite literary work? (This can be a novel, short story, poem, or drama.)
-Describe the elements and/or characteristics of the work that made the work enjoyable for you.
-What is one goal you would like to set for yourself for this school year (with respect to this class)? Explain your reasoning.