Monday, December 12, 2011

Japanese Poetry

Discuss some of the similar elements of Japanese poetry. (Haiku, Choka, and Tanka)  No quote needed.

Wednesday, December 7, 2011

Chinese Literature

What are the characteristics of Chinese Literature?  How are they seen in the selections we have read in class.  Make sure you use at lease one quote to support your answer.  NO QUOTES = NO CREDIT.

Monday, October 31, 2011

Act IV- Julius Caesar

How has the friendship between Brutus and Cassius changed?  What caused that change and where do you think they will go from here?

Monday, October 24, 2011

Act III- Julius Caesar

Discuss the character of Brutus.  What is his internal congflict?  How can he be considered the hero?  What are his motives?

Tuesday, October 18, 2011

Act II- Julius Caesar

How can you see the motif of Manipulation developing throughout Act II?  You do not need a quote for this blog, but you do need to reference specific examples from Act II.

Tuesday, October 11, 2011

Julius Caesar- Power

How do you see the motif "Power" throughout Act I?  Who holds the most power?  Who has the least power?  You do not need to use a quote for this entry, but it must be over 6 sentences in length.

Thursday, September 15, 2011

Oedipus the King

What is the overall mood of the play?  Explain.  Use a quote to support your point!

Tuesday, September 13, 2011

Oedipus

What do elements of Greek Theatre do you expect to see in Oedipus?

Summer Reading

How do you feel the Summer Reading test went?  What could you have done differently?  Did you have trouble connecting your novel to the question?