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    Compare and Contrast

    I am to compare and contrast William Faulkner's "A Rose for Emily"and Edgar Allen Poe's "The Cask of Amontillado" plot, characters, setting, and point of view. I need to include some quotes from the short stories to illustrate my points. I have come of with some points but do not have enough to write a 1400 word paper. I really

    World Lit II is explored in terms of "A Simple Heart" by Gustav Flaubert.

    These questions are emphasized: In "A Simple Heart" by Gustav Flaubert "A Simple Heart" in some ways is about dissatisfaction with society and its pressures. The country is a place of retreat, of failure and pettiness. A fascinating world beckons the youth in Flaubert's story just as it does the youth of today. Victor joi

    World Lit II is explored in terms of Moliere.

    These inquiries are examined: In Tartuffe, we see two characters who act with supposedly pious intentions: Tartuffe and Orgon. Tartuffe is the most blatant hypocrite in the play because he pretends to be pious in order to elevate himself in social rank so he can enjoy a life of luxury. Orgon has an unquestioning belief that

    Tennessee Williams' The Glass Menagerie is discussed

    These inquiries are considered: When do you notice the first hints of something extraordinary in the lives of the three people who live in the apartment? Is there an antagonist-protagonist relationship in this story? Why or why not? What and how do you learn about Laura's condition and illness? What and how do you l

    Help with creating characters is brainstormed.

    This posting offers starting ideas for this task: Create a character, real or imagined, with a distinct manner of behaving or style of talking. Put this character in a situation where he or she plays a public role (the public persona shown to others) and contrast it with the character's private persona (the real character whe

    Lorraine Hansberry's play is assessed in terms of characters, plot, climax, etc.

    This posting addresses these issues: Where do the major elements of a play's structure begin and end in Hansberry work? For example, what part of the play marks the beginning of the work's climax? (1 Paragraph) In Acts I and II, how does Bobo serve as a foil to Walter Lee? Among the other supporting characters, what is th

    This posting offers reader response ideas about the short story.

    This posting uncovers these ideas: Read Tobias Wolfe's "Say Yes" .While reading, begin to journal your responses using the following guidelines and categories, and prior to writing your precis, write a journaled response focusing on these categories. Needs to be 3 Paragraphs Journal Your First Impressions: Take time t

    Characterization ideas are given for suggested writing ideas.

    Use the Library to find information about characterization. Read some tips on writing believable characters. Select one character (whom you know or about whom you have read) and write contrasting paragraphs about that character. In the first, try to make the character likeable. In the second, attempt to arouse a hostile reaction

    Literary heroes are explored.

    This posting answers this inquiry with sample ideas: Heroes and how we understand them are frequently influenced by the society in which they live or the times and events within their life spans. Create four visually dynamic slides that study the make-up of these heroes. (Tie the elements of the presentation together. Include

    Heroism

    You are part of the studio senior review committee selected to determine a working definition of heroism by examining the roles heroes and heroines in earliest literary works. Define heroism using your understanding or your experience of heroic figures both in your personal life as well as according to the standard Aristotelian

    Warrant Cause and Effect

    1. Define warrant in your own words, and explain why the warrant is important in an argument. 2. Select either "Finding Your Future," "Stop Me Before I Shop Again," or "Runner's Story" and explain whether it uses inductive reasoning, deductive reasoning, or both. Make sure you illustrate your claims with evidence (examples

    Support and Claim Analysis

    This posting analyzes a chosen selection for the claim and support of its argument. It also analyzes a selection for all aspects of claim, support, and the relationship between the two using these core questions: What is the central claim (thesis) of the essay you're analyzing? Where is it located in the essay? What type of

    Oscar Acceptance Speech

    Please help with the following problem. This posting provides tips about how to write an Oscar acceptance speech. It also offers a brief acceptance speech if you won an Oscar award.

    John Locke's Essay Style

    This posting makes an analysis of the narrative and style in an essay by John Locke. It also explores the nature of essay writing.

    A Student Survival Guide is listed.

    IHelp with a Student Survival Guide is given. It should touch upon these 5 areas: Conducting Successful Library and Internet Searches, Upholding Academic Honesty, Developing Effective Study Skills, Managing Time Wisely and setting and achieving goals. Use details to make your action plans realistic as possible. Possible sub topi

    Credibility in Speech

    This posting defines credibility and examines the two factors which exert the most influence on an audience's perception of a speaker's credibility.

    A review of King's speech is given.

    This posting identifies the methods that King uses to make his language clearer, vivid, and appropriate. It also comments on King's use of familiar words, concrete words, imagery, and organization in the writing.