Please chose 1 number or letter to answer. about for the general questions the all the short stories novel and play are listed below please answer carefully because this is really important you need 5 paragraphs intro 3 body and conc minimum 450 words please also choose a good topic that has alot of info because it will be easier for you to write about it

INSTRUCTIONS: Below are a series of question prompts from across the units we have completed throughout this semester. Your task for this exam is to pick ONE of the prompts and write an essay on the topic. Unlike the essay from before, you MUST follow ONE of the prompts and answer what it is asking. The nal exam is worth 30% of your nal grade and will be marked out of 100 points. GUIDELINES: This exam is CLOSED BOOK, so you cannot access any outside resources besides a dictionary/translator if needed. This means you cannot use websites, notes or any other sources other than your own brilliant minds. 1) The answer should be in essay format ie: lll sentences, concrete paragraphs (about 5 total), strong arguments with a strong introduction and conclusion. 2) Word count should be at least 400 words. Going under the word count will reect negatively on your grade but you can and are encouraged to go over. 3) I am not picky about formatting (font size, style, spacing etc). Main Characters for Short Stories- Both classes-----. The Lottery: 1. Tessie Hutchinson- protesting the lottery, stoned to death 2. Mr. Joe Summers- runs a coal business 3. Old Man Warner- Wants to preserve the tradition 4. Bill Hutchinson- Tessie's husband (they also have kids) The Gift of the Magi: 1. Della Young - Cuts off her hair 2. Madame Sofronie- Buys the hair 3. Jim Dillingham Young- Sells his pocket watch The Veldt: 1. George Hadley - The Father and owner of the house 2. Lydia Hadley - Mother and owner of the house 3. Peter & Wendy Hadley - The kids who controlled the nursery 4. David McClean- The Psychologist~~~~--~~~~------Here are the pr0mpts~~~~~-~~~~-~~~~~~~~~~~------~ General Questions: 1. Throughout the semester, we have been exposed to a multitude of good and bad characters. Consequently, you may have noticed that there are parallels between what makes a character 'good' and what makes a character 'bad'. For this essay topic, you can argue multiple angles such as: a) Compare and contrast the characteristics of a protagonist to that of someone who assumes the role of antagonist (can be done using multiple characters or just 2). b) Do a character analysis of the positive and negative traits of a good or bad (or both) character. 2. Within literature, authors capitalize on using symbolism to express their main ideas. Argue how and why symbolism is used in literature to elevate and add to the narrative. This essay topic can draw from all units (Poetry, Hamlet, Short stories and Novel). Emphasize on 3 main reasons symbolism is used and argue these points using literature examples studied in class. 3. Unintentionally, I have made you all read literature that followed the common theme of tragedy or some form of corruption or dark subject matter. For this essay topic, you can argue one of two things: a) Argue why a 'dark' storyline is often more attractive (or unattractive) to that of a 'happy' storyline where everything is unproblematic and perfect. b) Argue the prevalence of tragedy within multiple pieces of literature. Howr is this theme prevalent and what may be some similarities or differences between the different storylines of you chosen literatures'? Smc essay_questions on Hamlet: 1. Hamlet follows the psychological depth of its main character that suffers from melancholy, self-doubt, and even delusions. Use the character progression of Hamlet to answer one of these questions: a) Is Hamlet a tragic character? b) How is Hamlet a hero and villain at the same time? SMC essay_question on Scarlet Letter: (115 only) 1. Using characters, events and symbolism from the novel, argue what the main message or purpose of the novel is. You can argue from a multitude of angles such as 'feminism', 'religion', 'judgement', individuality, etc... giraffe essay_question on Great Gafsby;(12.s only_)_ 1. Using characters, events and symbolism from the novel, argue what the main message or purpose of the novel is. You can argue things such as 'materialism', 'The American dream', 'obsession', 'class', etc... -Grade 12- The fall of the house of Usher: 1. Roderick Usher - Slowly goes crazy 2. Madeleine Usher- Sister that is ill 3. The Narrator - The friend that comes over to stay The Scarlet Ibis: 1. Brother - Older brother who pushes his brother to be normal 2. Doodle- Born with physical disabilities 3. Aunt Nicey- The aunt who praises Brother 4. Mom and Dad- parents of Brother and Doodle A good man is hard to find: 1. The Grandmother - selfish 2. The Misfit- murderer, escaped prisoner 3. Baily- The father 4. Kids (3 of them) 5. The Mother - takes care of children Hamlet~ 1. Hamlet= son of old Hamlet and Gertrude 2. Old Hamlet= dead king 3. Claudius= Uncle to Hamlet 4. Gertrude= mother to Hamlet 5. Horatio= Best friend to Hamlet 6. Polonius= Father of Ophelia and Laertes 7. Ophelia= Love interest of Hamlet 8. Laertes= brother to Ophelia and son to Polonius 9. Rosencrantz & Guildenstern= old 'friends' of Hamlet used to spy on him 10. Fortinbras= Prince of Norway 11. Gravediggers = Talk about sin and death