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Communist Propaganda Posters
As promised; here is a sample of communist posters.
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Here is the entry on the Hatfields/McCoys from <sigh> Wikipedia:
"The Hatfield–McCoy feud (1863–1891) involved two rural families of the West Virginia–Kentucky area along the Tug Fork of the Big Sandy River. The Hatfields of West Virginia were led by William Anderson "Devil Anse" Hatfield while the McCoys of Kentucky were under the leadership of Randolph "Ole Ran'l" McCoy. Those involved in the feud were descended from Ephraim Hatfield (born c. 1765) and William McCoy (born c. 1750). The feud has entered the American culture and another name for any bitterly feuding rival parties. More than a century later, the feud has become synonymous with the perils of family honor, justice, and revenge." To read more, go there.
But you can see that Twain's use of the Grangerfords and Shepherdsons is a reference to the Hatfields and McCoys. Even bugs bunny gets in on the act!
"The Hatfield–McCoy feud (1863–1891) involved two rural families of the West Virginia–Kentucky area along the Tug Fork of the Big Sandy River. The Hatfields of West Virginia were led by William Anderson "Devil Anse" Hatfield while the McCoys of Kentucky were under the leadership of Randolph "Ole Ran'l" McCoy. Those involved in the feud were descended from Ephraim Hatfield (born c. 1765) and William McCoy (born c. 1750). The feud has entered the American culture and another name for any bitterly feuding rival parties. More than a century later, the feud has become synonymous with the perils of family honor, justice, and revenge." To read more, go there.
But you can see that Twain's use of the Grangerfords and Shepherdsons is a reference to the Hatfields and McCoys. Even bugs bunny gets in on the act!
The country of Liberia was founded in 1821 by former slaves from the United States of America as a result of the end of the transatlantic slave trade and the efforts of the American Colonization Society (ACS). As we read through Huckleberry Finn you may find it difficult to understand Jim's speech. Remember to read his dialogue out loud. As I mentioned in class, below is a video of people from Liberia to give you an idea how how they talk and what it sounds like.
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You have a choice, pick one of these topics and answer it in a fully developed essay (5 paragraphs - or more!) complete with citations, or answer 3 of these questions. Each question should be answered in 1-2 paragraphs.
1) Compare and contrast the film). As you do this, pay close attention to the "why's". Why are certain things the same? Are they THAT important to the story? Why are some things different? The things that are different, did they change the story?
2) How What is the difference between good lies and bad lies? Are both kinds of lying wrong? What are the purposes of lying? Use examples from The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn to argue your opinion.
3) Examine the significance of Jim and Huck’s relationship. Is Jim a father figure to Huck? Hints: Huck’s relationship with Pap, the power structure between Huck and Jim, Huck’s treatment of Jim (tricks), the evolution of Huck’s perception of Jim, Huck and Jim’s relationship on the shore/on the raft.
4) The Mississippi River is a symbol of freedom as well as for the growing up of Huck. How do you see the river symbolizing one of these things? How does the river contrast with the society that surrounds it?
5) Mark Twain makes masterful use of satire and irony in his novel. Discuss examples of satire and irony in the novel, and explain what Twain is satirizing in the particular episodes. How do these satirical episodes contribute to the overall theme (message) of the novel. What is the most important message of the novel?
6) Discuss Huck’s reasons for rejecting civilization. Make specific references to incidents that influenced his decision. What exactly is Huck choosing instead of civilization? Is his choice a good one? Why or why not?
1) Compare and contrast the film). As you do this, pay close attention to the "why's". Why are certain things the same? Are they THAT important to the story? Why are some things different? The things that are different, did they change the story?
2) How What is the difference between good lies and bad lies? Are both kinds of lying wrong? What are the purposes of lying? Use examples from The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn to argue your opinion.
3) Examine the significance of Jim and Huck’s relationship. Is Jim a father figure to Huck? Hints: Huck’s relationship with Pap, the power structure between Huck and Jim, Huck’s treatment of Jim (tricks), the evolution of Huck’s perception of Jim, Huck and Jim’s relationship on the shore/on the raft.
4) The Mississippi River is a symbol of freedom as well as for the growing up of Huck. How do you see the river symbolizing one of these things? How does the river contrast with the society that surrounds it?
5) Mark Twain makes masterful use of satire and irony in his novel. Discuss examples of satire and irony in the novel, and explain what Twain is satirizing in the particular episodes. How do these satirical episodes contribute to the overall theme (message) of the novel. What is the most important message of the novel?
6) Discuss Huck’s reasons for rejecting civilization. Make specific references to incidents that influenced his decision. What exactly is Huck choosing instead of civilization? Is his choice a good one? Why or why not?
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New Lessons in Old Norse
Few graduate schools in the U.S. teach Old Norse, an ancient language with Germanic origins, and fewer liberal arts colleges offer it still. But this past academic year, Dr. Lee Forester brought the language of Vikings and Icelanders and even Tolkien fans to a Hope classroom, using modern techniques to teach age-old, runic vocabulary and grammar. more
Few graduate schools in the U.S. teach Old Norse, an ancient language with Germanic origins, and fewer liberal arts colleges offer it still. But this past academic year, Dr. Lee Forester brought the language of Vikings and Icelanders and even Tolkien fans to a Hope classroom, using modern techniques to teach age-old, runic vocabulary and grammar. more