Monthly Archives: November 2009

Digital Assignments: Journal Entries–Parable of the Sower–DUE 11/25 by 5pm–No exceptions

Create two thematic “journal entries” from that latter part of the readings (up to page 249). You are to imagine that you are a character in the novel who is reflecting on pressing issues and themes that you face–try to make critical arguments as you reflect. You may also create a your own character and do the same work. sower_with_setting_sun

You may Audio record your files and email them to me or audio record them and upload the link here to this blog. Audio journals are encouraged!

Finally come up with one sound argument on the book so far and share it here. Be creative but also make sure you can and want to support that argument.

Digital Assignment on Streetcar, Due 11/13/09

  1. Offer some reflections on the meaning of the title and this play? What does the title mean? How can you think about the meaning of the title creatively, symbolically?streetcar2
  2. What does Blanche mean when she says, “I’ve got to keep hold of myself” ? What does this tell us about her character?
  3. What is the central conflict between Stanley and Blanche? What is each character supposed to represent?
  4. To what extent is Blanche a victim of her own self-delusions and Old South attitudes? To what extent is she the victim of males who take advantage of her, deceive her, or abuse her?  More importantly, what does Williams accomplish by presenting the character as you are reading her?