Ancient Literature

Arguments should flow logically: two successive statements or paragraphs must somehow be related. A proper introduction (ie., the abstract) and conclusion are essential, yet are often the weak points of a paper. All ideas mentioned in the abstract should be fully developed in the paper. Conclusions should bring together all the arguments and explain why …

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Please find one clear difference in the endings between Euripides’ and Soyinka’s plays, and offer an interpretation for why Soyinka changed Euripides’ ending. It may be helpful to consider the context in which he (Soyinka) wrote the play and in which it was produced. You must use 1 quote from each play in your post …

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Read the assigned literary work(s) and the handout describing the historical period in which it was written (i.e., the handout on the Enlightenment Period or the Romantic Period). 2) Go back through the work and find two passages in which the work reflects the historical period in which it was written (i.e., the Enlightenment, the …

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In 1.5 to 2 pages, answer the following question: “What is judicial review? From where does the Supreme Court receive this power?” Be sure to define judicial review. Explain the inception of the practice of judicial review. Cover views on how it changed the judicial branch from the original founding compared to modern times.

Instructions Read Philo On Husbandry The purpose of this assignment is to learn how to think about critical reading and evaluating sources. Introduction Introduce the reading and the author and give a summary of the contents, its length, and how the author develops his argument in your own words and also state what is most …

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The second essay question will test your critical reading skills and ability to synthesize knowledge of literary texts and cultural context. This question must use at least two texts for your answer. You mustchoose one question from those listed below. This essay will be approximately 500-750 words with citations of the work in question included …

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This discussion is an open prompt. Feel free to discuss any aspect of Octavia Butler’s Fledgling, Tales From the Hood and Jordan Peele’s Get Out. You may bring in other works we’ve read and watched, but please keep the focus on the two current works.

Instructions: Write a Discussions post (at least 150 words) that discusses impressive popularity of Gilgamesh today. Be sure to do each of the following for full credit: Make an argument as to why you think Gilgamesh remains a popular source for literary/artistic/cultural adaptation. Identify at least two themes or features found within Gilgamesh that are …

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The 800 word essay requires you to critically analyze and comment on the primary text you have chosen, with support from the critical perspectives offered by secondary scholarship. You may agree, disagree or partially agree with the scholarly approach or claims, based on your own understanding of the primary text. Your task is to create …

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