Category: Literature

Crossroads or Devil at the Crossroads Discussion Choose one of the following to discuss (1 full-page, double spaced, MLA Format): Option #1: Crossroads https://mediasite.sdsu.edu/Mediasite/Play/8fe33633baba4b46b991c091dc1687e31d In his review of Crossroads, Roger Ebert of the Chicago Sun-Times, says, “The film was directed by Walter Hill (https://www.rogerebert.com/cast-and-crew/walter-hill), who specializes in myths, in movie characters who seem to represent…

Choose an object from the narratives we have read. It can be anything from the royal veil in Oronooko to Bisclavret’s bundle of clothes. Then, write a 1-2 page It-Narrative about your object and a reflection paragraph (5-10 sentences). The reflection should answer the three questions we asked in class: • What makes an It-Narrative…

Ballad Discussion Ballad Meter The horse | fair Ann | et rode | upon | He amb | led like | the wind |, With sil | ver he | was shod | before, With burn | ing gold | behind |. Copy this stanza and: 1. Mark a stress with an accent mark ´…

Like Water for Chocolate Discussion Prompt: View this film (and/or read the book) and discuss the role of tradition in the novel/film and the impact it has on the characters’ lives in 1 full-page, double spaced, MLA Format. Like Water for Chocolate: https://mediasite.sdsu.edu/Mediasite/Play/bb15cd318df24053a08c018bd79ac63c1d Laura Esquivel’s book, Like Water for Chocolate, is written in the style…

Outlaw or Outlaw Hero Essay Folklore — Outlaw, Outlaw Hero, or Other? Essay Richard K. Fox, editor of the National Police Gazette from 1877 to 1922, listed ten characteristics of the Western hero-outlaw: • Prodigious accuracy with any weapon • Unparalleled bravery and courage • Unfailing courtesy to all women, regardless of rank, age, or…

Picture Book Comparison Find a picture book that you feel connects to the Primary Source text. Select one of the listed picture books ONLY. In the Picture Book Comparison Essay, briefly describe the picture book (its author, basic plot, etc.). Then, provide a close reading of a page or spread — pay attention to the…

Please read the instructions that are provided. Please DO USE AI. I have gotten in trouble; this is my FINAL ASSIGNMENT for this class. Please READ the instructions. YOU MUST USE THESE BOOKS AND PAGE NUMBERS! READ INSTRUCTIONS

Inner Child Project Write a 1 page poem from a male perspective in any rhythm that in some way speaks to healing your inner child. Speak to your younger self! Speak to your current self! Roar! Whimper! Talk about Pokemon! Talk about a friend/family member! Talk TO a friend/family member. However and why-ever you want,…

The instructions are uploaded as an attachment. 2 x Power Point Slides 1 x (7-10) sentence essay included on Power Point Slide 5 x Sources Total

Lesson Plan Construct a lesson plan for teaching the Children’s Literature Book, Displacement, by Kiku Hughes for a day of school. The grade you gear your lesson plan towards is up to you! The grade range is Elementary-Middle School (though you could probably go up to High School if you think it would be particularly…