Test-Taking Strategies
In this course, you are required to take quite a few quizzes and exams. Watch this slideshow for some helpful tips on doing your best work on these.
Additionally, you may find that you need help with all those short answer questions on those quizzes/exams. If you don't know how to write a paragraph response to those prompts, check out this PDF.
Additionally, you may find that you need help with all those short answer questions on those quizzes/exams. If you don't know how to write a paragraph response to those prompts, check out this PDF.
Utopia & Dystopia
Imagine a perfect world, where peace, love, and harmony reign supreme. Is it truly possible to achieve this utopia? Or will our world forever be dominated by dystopia? See what George Orwell and other authors have to say on this subject.
Order & Chaos
What is order? What is chaos? Are the two intertwined so that, without one, the other cannot exist? You will read Shakespeare and explore the depths of these two concepts in this unit.
War & Peace
Some believe war is necessary, something that will bring about justice and peace; others don't. They think that war is destructive and can only bring about greater evil and suffering. Take some time to consider your own beliefs on this topic, as you'll need to reach your own conclusions in order to write a persuasive essay about the ethics and morality of war.
Wealth & Poverty
As you work your way through this unit, perhaps you will ponder the deeper meanings of what it means to be rich and what it means to be poor. And don't worry...you'll get a chance to express your feelings on this topic by writing an op-ed piece!
Semester Conclusion
The last unit in the class requires that you write a persuasive essay. Learn more about the topic of this essay, organizational tips, and more.