Personal Philosophy

This weekend, you should write your personal philosophy in full.


This will include how you will live your life, treat others, your responsibilities, and any other bits of information you feel are relevant.  (basic beliefs, approach to living life)

Think about:

-What do you get up each and every morning wanting to do?

-What directs your actions and decisions, especially the impulsive ones?

-What gives you a sense of satisfaction at the end of the day?

-What feeling is in the core of your soul that you know to be self-evident?

-Why are your beliefs important to you?

-How does your philosophy measure up to higher standards or ideals?

This should be approximately 250-300 words.  Of course, it may be more, but there's no need to be wordy.

Due Monday by the start of class.  You may email it to me if you would like.

Othello/Fences Essay: Due Monday by 11:59PM

Looking at the fences of Troy Maxson and the fences of Othello, respond to the following prompt:

Compare and contrast the main characters of Fences and Othello, taking into account the following questions:

In what ways did these characters use metaphorical fences to shield themselves from the world?  In what ways did they use them to keep people in?  Why do you think they did this?  How did their psychological worldview affect their lives, and in the end, cause their tragic endings?  How are these characters similar? (In other words, what is the psychology behind them?) 

This should be a well-organized, 4-6 paragraph essay that is well-developed.  It should include original thought, ideas, and textual analysis. Quotes from the text are welcome, but not necessary.  Specific examples are important.