Student Assignment Instructions
Respond to the following in the form of a short essay. Your essay should consist of at least five paragraphs.
Think about the characteristics of Elizabeth and Darcy at the beginning of the novel and at the end. How do they change throughout the course of the novel? What do you think the author is saying through the development of these characters? In your response, describe the primary features of the characters at the beginning of the novel, the basic process by which they change, and their characteristics at the end of the novel. Then, explain what you think the author is trying to say through the changes in Elizabeth and Darcy.
**Here is a video that a therapist breaks down the characters and why their change and growth works and is important: https://youtu.be/r5cqa9V0mUo
Category: Classic English literature
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“The Evolution of Elizabeth and Darcy: A Reflection of Society’s Expectations in Pride and Prejudice” In Jane Austen’s classic novel, Pride and Prejudice, the characters of Elizabeth and Darcy undergo a significant transformation throughout the
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“The Illusion of the American Dream: F. Scott Fitzgerald’s Critique of Socioeconomic Inequality in The Great Gatsby”
Objective: In a well-structured essay, explore how Fitzgerald contributes to the reader’s understanding of his perspective on the American Dream – its promises and pitfalls. Support your analysis with evidence from the text, considering the author’s intentions and the historical context of the Jazz Age. Examine F. Scott Fitzgerald’s portrayal of the American Dream in The Great Gatsby through a socioeconomic lens. Through the socioeconomic lens, analyze how Fitzgerald depicts characters, setting, and plot to reflect and critique the American Dream. Socioeconomic: Explore how characters from different social classes navigate the pursuit of the American Dream, examining themes of wealth, class mobility, and inequality. FORMAT Outline: Introduction Hook Summary of text THREE PRONGED Thesis Body Paragraphs 1-3 Topic Sentence Claim Evidence (quotes) Reasoning: Summarize evidence / Connection to Claim / How does this paragraph support your answer to the prompt? Conclusion: Restate Thesis Summary of evidence “So what?”: How did the American Dream play a role in developing the modern American identity?
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“Revising for a Stronger Argument: Enhancing an Essay on [Topic]”
This is a revision on a paper already written. Its just adding or taking away from the essay already written to answer all of the prompts.
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“The Mighty Warrior: A Boast of My Accomplishments” Harken, O mighty warriors, and listen to my boast For I am the one, the only, the mighty host Born of two leaders, I am of noble
Your assignment is to write a formal boast about yourself. Tell us your deeds, who your parents are, what you plan to do, and how you’re not gonna take nothin’ from nobody. Your accomplishments may be academic, athletic, musical, social, artistic, etc. Lay aside your humility! Remember, you’re applying to colleges and jobs and may need to do a bit of boasting.
Being creative, include your genealogy, your acts of courage, your victories over enemies, and any other achievements and awards. Punctuate your poem. To end your boast, state your next great act. Directions and example attached. Must be written in the style of Beowulf.
Personal Qualities: Smart, leadership, fast driving skills, future welding professional. Parents are both in leadership roles. You can be creative.