Short Essay: Art and Society In chapters 4.7 and 4.8 and in the videos you are provided examples of how art is utilized as a means of expression during times of war and as a form of social or political protest. Find one (1) specific artwork referenced in the video “Conflict and Resistance” and one … Read more
Portraiture and representations of Religious figures and their interpretation Topic： Portraiture and representations of Religious figures and their interpretation (these could be self-portraits, too) Words：1200-1500 words In a separate file (Word or PDF preferred), you will turn in a description of the exhibition. This document will consist of an introduction (tell us about your theme, and how … Read more
Roma (2018) Film-(Viewing & Reflection) This week, our extra credit opportunity comes in the form of a movie from Netflix called Roma. In this film, “Oscar winner Alfonso Cuarón delivers a vivid, emotional portrait of a domestic worker’s journey set against domestic and political turmoil in 1970s Mexico” (Netflix). If you do have time and effort to … Read more
Analyze the key differences between the film and the written play For Essay #3, you will be composing a 4-page essay on Ibsen’s play, A Doll’s House. The following requirements must be followed, regardless of which essay topic you choose: 1. You must cite the text using correct MLA formatting. 2. You must fully analyze all of … Read more
Vesuvius Analysis Write a 2-3 pages with this instructions. These are not music theory or music history assignments, but an opportunity for you to investigate this music, and do some creative thinking and writing (your writing may include as much music theory and history as you like, however). We are not looking for a specific … Read more
Response to at least TWO Classmates-Ted talks. Discussion 1 What is Shafak’s thesis or main points? Do you agree with her? Why or why not? Shafak’s main points are to never remain silent for fear of complexity. Also in her TedTalk, she pointing out about being feminist and stand strong in what you believe in. … Read more
Response to Partner on cultural borders and identity. Step 4: Once you are done commenting, go onto the next page (add a new page to the writer’s essay) and answer the following questions: Does the writer begin with a story? Is it an effective story? What details could the writer add to it? Does the writer … Read more
“The Work of Creativity” from Csikszentmihalyi’s book For this activity ,please read Chapter Four, “The Work of Creativity” from Csikszentmihalyi’s book Creativity. You’ll quickly see that much of what he writes is at odds with the popular, romanticized view of creativity as easy, superficial play.After you have read and thought about the chapter, describe one or … Read more
How is Billy Bob able to present an authentic depiction of the place where he came from? Answer preview: word limit:455
Annotations (Choose Your Own Adventure) Optional Step 1: If you need to watch the following video to refresh yourself on how to annotate your chosen text, particularly concerning fiction. https://youtu.be/EJ8nhlzYx9o STEP 2: Look at the reading schedule you turned in Week 4: Create & Submit a Reading Plan, and set aside time during the week to … Read more