Tuesday, May 29, 2012

Jorge Luis Borges

Class,
Remember to rewrite the poem Instantes for homework tonight. After reading Circular Ruins from Borges, give some examples of surrealism. Post an analysis of the story by 10pm. Remember to be original, do not plagiarize!

Tuesday, May 22, 2012

Martin Fierro-Gaucho

What themes are presented in Martin Fierro? Since Fierro is an iconic figure in Argentina, give some examples of iconic American figures that came from US Literature.

Thursday, May 17, 2012

Wednesday, May 16, 2012

Gabriel Garcia Marquez

You know what to do...post your analysis about the story Eyes of a Blue Dog by Gabriel Garcia Marquez by 10 pm

Tuesday, May 15, 2012

Octavio Paz

Post an analysis of the Blue Bouquet by Octavio Paz by 10 pm. Remember to post a response/critique to your fellow classmates!

Monday, May 14, 2012

Piedra de sol

Post an analysis about Piedra de Sol by Octavio Paz. Write a brief and concise paragraph analyzing his poem. Remember to respond to the other posts. Buena suerte!

Wednesday, April 25, 2012

Richard Rodriguez

Read in the Latino Literature textbook, Hunger of Memory from Richard Rodriguez (p.98).
Post and explain two conflicts that he encounters. Also, watch the video clip about being Black and Latino. Post two conflicts that the people are faced with in the video.
Don't forget that the 8th Habit is due on May 3rd (Next Thursday). Email me or come see me at lunch for questions or help!