1920s Great Gatsby

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Have a restful Spring Break!

1920s Project

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Have a great spring break.

Fritz!

Walt Whitman's transcendentalism

In what ways does Walt Whitman convey a transcendentalist point of view. You should specifically reference the poem we read in class today. This assignment is non-duplicative. Make sure you read all responses before submitting yours. Any duplicating answers will not receive credit. Be creative with your answers, and review the main points of transcendentalism, by clicking on the transcendentalism posts on the side.

Good Luck and Happy Reading and Writing

Emily's First Lines

READ THE DIRECTIONS CAREFULLY!
To complete this assignment, you must click on the title of this post. When you click on the post you will be taken to a website that lists many of Emily Dickinson's poems by the first line. Choose a first line that sounds interesting to you, and read the poem. After reading the poem, attempt to translate it in the comment section. You may copy and paste the poem, or just include the title. Only one person per poem. Happy reading!!!

Emily Dickinson - death Death

Why would a person who lives in solitude become so preoccupied with death? Hypothesize an answer to this question in the context of Emily Dickinson's biography.

Make them say Hmmm.

*****UPDATE - Joyce Carol Oates responded to an email that I sent to her. She is eagerly awaiting your letters. I'll tell you more in class.****************

After listening to a plethora of Thoreau's quotes, what new insights on life have you gained? In a quote of your own, summarize your outlook on life, love, liberty, conformity, technology, or society. Come up with a quote that taps into the minds of your peers, but is truly from the core of your heart.

Thoreau's applicability to life -CORRECTION

Which quote from Thoreau is most applicable to your life? Write the exact quote, punctuate correctly, and write a one paragraph reflection on why it is applicable to your life. (5 sentences at the least)

EXTRA CREDIT

Please give me some feedback about the online homework blog. Answer each question for the extra credit.

1.What can we do to make it better?
2.What are some things you like about this format?
3. What are some things you dislike about this format?
4. Would you like to form a blog of your own to use for longer assignments, or responses to your comments?

Any other feedback is welcome.