Discussion 1-In Week 4 readings, two characters that exemplify strong moral prin
Discussion 1-In Week 4 readings, two characters that exemplify strong moral principles are the protagonist in Zitkala-Sa’s “The Soft-Hearted Sioux” and the narrator in Harriet Jacobs’s “Incidents in the Life of a Slave Girl.” Both characters demonstrate profound commitment to their values, even under difficult circumstances.
In Zitkala-Sa’s “The Soft-Hearted Sioux,” the protagonist shows remarkable integrity through his dedication to his family despite personal and cultural conflicts. His resolve to care for his ailing father and his determination to provide for his family, even when it means defying societal expectations and his own cultural norms, highlight his moral fortitude. For instance, when he undertakes the perilous task of searching for food, he shows his commitment to his family’s well-being: “I took my empty rifle and went in search of food. I wandered far from the beaten path, into the forest where deer and elk were still plentiful” (Zitkala-Sa, 1901). This act of perseverance and sacrifice underscores his integrity, as he prioritizes his family’s needs above personal safety and cultural conformity.
In Harriet Jacobs’s “Incidents in the Life of a Slave Girl,” the narrator’s integrity is evident through her relentless pursuit of freedom and protection for her children, despite severe oppression. Jacobs’s narrative reveals her moral strength as she endures unimaginable hardship to ensure a better future for her children. She reflects on her sacrifices and the harsh conditions she faces, stating, “The continued darkness was oppressive… I could not see the face of my dear children” (Jacobs, 1861). Her willingness to endure such suffering to secure her family’s freedom demonstrates a powerful commitment to her values and integrity.
Both characters embody the American ideals of perseverance and moral strength, showing that integrity involves adhering to one’s principles even when faced with significant challenges.
Criteria:
150 words minimum for each post (excluding quotations and citations)
Include at least one properly integrated and cited quote for each response to support your claims. You may use either direct or paraphrased quotes.
Discussion 2- In Week 4 readings, two characters that exemplify strong moral principles are the protagonist in Zitkala-Sa’s “The Soft-Hearted Sioux” and the narrator in Harriet Jacobs’s “Incidents in the Life of a Slave Girl.” Both characters demonstrate profound commitment to their values, even under difficult circumstances.
In Zitkala-Sa’s “The Soft-Hearted Sioux,” the protagonist shows remarkable integrity through his dedication to his family despite personal and cultural conflicts. His resolve to care for his ailing father and his determination to provide for his family, even when it means defying societal expectations and his own cultural norms, highlight his moral fortitude. For instance, when he undertakes the perilous task of searching for food, he shows his commitment to his family’s well-being: “I took my empty rifle and went in search of food. I wandered far from the beaten path, into the forest where deer and elk were still plentiful” (Zitkala-Sa, 1901). This act of perseverance and sacrifice underscores his integrity, as he prioritizes his family’s needs above personal safety and cultural conformity.
In Harriet Jacobs’s “Incidents in the Life of a Slave Girl,” the narrator’s integrity is evident through her relentless pursuit of freedom and protection for her children, despite severe oppression. Jacobs’s narrative reveals her moral strength as she endures unimaginable hardship to ensure a better future for her children. She reflects on her sacrifices and the harsh conditions she faces, stating, “The continued darkness was oppressive… I could not see the face of my dear children” (Jacobs, 1861). Her willingness to endure such suffering to secure her family’s freedom demonstrates a powerful commitment to her values and integrity.
Both characters embody the American ideals of perseverance and moral strength, showing that integrity involves adhering to one’s principles even when faced with significant challenges.
Criteria:
150 words minimum for each post (excluding quotations and citations)
Include at least one properly integrated and cited quote for each response to support your claims. You may use either direct or paraphrased quotes.
Discussion 3 –
Creative writing in response to literature is a way for students to respond to literature in a personal way. Creative writing provides a way for students to practice critical thinking and develop a stronger understanding of literary criticism while showing creativity and a bit of their own personalities. For this creative writing assignment, you will do a character analysis to allow you to get inside the mind of one of the characters.”Woman Hollering Creek” is told as a third-person narrative, not as a first-person narrative. The difference is that a third-person narrative presents the characters to us in the words of a narrator rather than from the words of the characters themselves. The story contains descriptions such as “Cleofilas did this” or “Cleofilas said that,” but it’s not as if Cleofilas herself is telling everything from their perspective. Of course, sometimes she speaks in the story, but she does not get to tell the story or what she thinking or feeling. It is up to the reader to determine what she might be thinking or feeling. For this assignment, imagine you are Cleofilas writing a journal entry the events described in the story. Try to get into the mind of Cleofilas. Be imaginative and creative. Pretend you are Cleofilas and have successfully left your marriage with Felice’s help. You will not be retelling the plot of the story; you will be Cleofilas reflecting on what has happened. In this journal entry you can put down whatever thoughts she might have using absolute frankness and honesty.
Criteria:
Write a minimum 400 words in paragraph form
Discussion 4-
In a post of at least 100 words, address the items below:
Explain how has your understanding of the American Dream changed as a result of this course.
Reflect on John Lennon’s “Imagine,” which for many signifies hope. Do you believe there is hope for the American Dream? Choose at least one image from the song lyrics or video that signifies your new understanding of the American Dream.
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