Tuesday, November 27, 2012

Due Thursday 11/29

READ "The Birthmark" by Hawthorne


Choose one of the following and answer in 3-4 paragraphs in your notebook:

1. Discuss Symbolism in "The Birthmark". How does the author use symbolism to express profound ideas in the narrative? These ideas personify social, political or religious ideas.  Provide at least 2 Concrete Examples and Quotes to support your statements.

2. What does Georgiana's birthmark allegorically represent? Compare her birthmark to something in the world presently occurring today. Provide 2 Examples& Quotes

3. Transcendentalism as a movement spun from the notion that the human spirit cannot be free if is restrained by conformity. This way of thinking inspired many great authors and writers such as Hawthorne. How is transcendentalism clearly expressed in the story? Examples & Quotes

4. Is Aylmer monstrous, is he a demon, or, is he a victim of human nature in that his endeavor for perfection is beyond his own capacity to accept what he cannot control? Discuss human imperfection (flaw) in story. Hint: Think about the 7 deadly sins.

Fishbowl Discussion on Thursday 


Introduction to Poetry will take place on Tuesday 12/4

Paper #2 - Due on 12/4

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