1. Return to the prompt "The Other Paris" that we examined in class. Reread the passage and select the two parts of the passage that best communicate the satire or social commentary. In a sentence or two, explain what Gallant's social commentary is: how is this particular satirist holding up a mirror to society, and what does she see as these couple's (and by extension, society's) flaws? In another sentence, explain what larger meaning Gallant reveals in this short story about love and selecting a partner with whom to share one's life. What are we supposed to realize about love and marriage?
Share three responses aloud with the class. After three responses are read, ask students to discuss: what is similar about each response? What did students do well? What might be expanded on or is missing to analyze the piece fully?
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2. Building Context:
Video #1: All About the Enlightenment and the Age of Reason
Take notes during the video. Consider major ideas, keywords, significant details, connections to Voltaire and Swift, and satire and drama. Following the video, discuss with your sharing partner: what did you decide to take notes on? What seems most important to help you understand the literature of this time period?
Video #2: Restoration Comedy: Theatre of the 1700s
Again, take notes during the video. Consider major ideas, keywords, significant details, connections to Voltaire and Swift, and satire and drama. Following the video, discuss with your sharing partner: what did you decide to take notes on? What seems most important to help you understand the literature of this time period?
HW: Continue to draft and revise Candide essays and college essay personal statements.
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ReplyDeleteThank you very much! I appreciate the tip and imagine much of this will be applicable to high school students applying for undergraduate work. Thank you for taking the time to write! :-)
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