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Directions: Select a topic and write a well-organized essay that responds to one of the
questions, giving examples that support your claim.
Essay Topics (Choose One)

1. In his Confessions, Jean-Jacques Rousseau depicts himself as a unique individual whose
childhood experiences and strong passions are often not in line with the dictates of logic.
Describe the value of text in Confessions: identify the qualities that Rousseau gives
writing in his book, and examine any moments where Rousseau points to his own act of
writing.
2. William Blake, in his “Chimney Sweeper” poems, uses the voices of child workers in
response to the terrible, dangerous child labor practices of the late eighteenth century.
How effective is the use of children’s voices in these poems?

Purposes of the Assignment. This assignment should give you a chance to do a cultural analysis
of the late 18th century and the 19th century literatures. It is an opportunity, for you, to use
writing to help you understand and interpret the deplorable conditions of slaves, and the
sufferings of working class in America.
My expectations for this paper are fundamental:
• A paper topic that follows the instructions above.
• A thesis statement or central claim that organizes the argument.
• A clear, logical organization.
• The use of textual evidence to support your thesis and main points.
• Coherent, logical explanation of textual evidence that supports the thesis and main points.
• Clear and correct prose.
• Accurate documentation of sources.
• Please use the MLA Citation Guide to format your essay and citations.
Due Date. Sunday, Fall 17, 2019 Length. (450-650 words).

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