A.P. Literature and Composition: Essay due Monday, October 19th, 2009

Wednesday, October 14, 2009

Essay due Monday, October 19th, 2009

Irving vs. Poe

Your Task:

Write a 3 page essay
Write in 3rd person, pay attention to tense, and work on developing a strong, concise, and clear thesis statement.

Choose one of the following essay prompts:
• Discuss individually Irving’s and Poe’s writing styles—how are they similar, how are they different?

• Discuss how they are both romantics in their own way. What were they each focusing/reflecting on about life?

• Discuss how Poe expanded upon Irving’s writing. How did Poe make the short story more personable?

• How is it evident that “The Masque of the Red Death” was closest to Poe’s soul? Do you believe he was crazy? Why or why not? (You may need to use your notes as well as the story to support your points.)

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November 30th--What did you do for Thanksgiving?
November 24th--Why do we celebrate Thanksgiving? To whom are we thankful? How do you think society views Thanksgiving?
November 23rd--What is your favorite part of the Thanksgiving meal? Why?
November 5th--If you could own an exotic animal, what would it be and why would you want it?
November 4th--If I had the courage to speak my mind, I would say...
November 2nd--What did you do over the weekend?
October 30th--Do you have any plans for Halloween? Are you dressing up?
October 27th--If you could ask God for anything, what would you ask for right now?
October 26th--Skiing or snowboarding? Why?
October 22nd--What is the hardest thing about having a relationship with Christ?
October 21st--Are you looking forward to winter? Why or why not?
October 19th--Did you go to homecoming? How was it?
October 16th--What do you look forward to the most in life? Why?
October 15th--What color best describes your personality? Is it your favorite color?
October 12th--What is your favorite sport?
October 8th--If you could change one feature about yourself, what would it be and why?
October 7th--What is your biggest pet peeve?
October 6th--Describe your most exciting, thrilling experience.
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September 11th--If you could take a one month trip anywhere in the world and money would be no object, where would you go and what would you do?
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September 3rd--If you could be invisible for a day, what would you do?
September 2nd--Some adults have a lot of trouble enjoying themselves. If you were asked to give them some advice about how to play and have more fun, what would you say?
September 1st--If you were alone and had only a few minutes to hide from crooks who were about to break into your house, where would you hide? What is the best hiding place?
August 31st--What would you do if everyone in your family forgot your birthday?
August 28th--If all your best friends were willing to be absolutely honest and tell you exactly what they liked abd disliked about you, would you want them to do so? Explain.
August 27th--Do you think boys or girls have it easier? Explain.
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August 25th--When do you feel the most encouraged?
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Essay due Monday, October 19th, 2009

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