1. Perspectives: What defines the nature of the “American”? TOPIC: What is human nature? Based on the texts that have been studied in this unit, how would you define the qualities that make up the nature of the “American” character? INTRODUCTION TO EXAMPLE/EVIDENCE: Which author from the unit most influenced this definition? EVIDENCE: Provide examples of evidence of the author’s influence on contemporary American culture and identity. ANALYSIS: What do these examples show/ reveal/ illustrate? COMMENTARY: What ideas about human nature does the author argue in their text? What influence were their ideas trying to have on American society/ politics/ culture?

2. Graffiti Wall Part 1 Read through the questions posted. Based on your expertise and level of knowledge choose three of the posted questions to respond to. Write your response to the question on the post- it note. Stick your response on the appropriate wall. Have a seat.

3. Graffiti Wall Part 2 Choose three questions you feel that you have trouble answering or understanding. Write them in your notebook. Go to those stations and find your peers’ insights on those questions. Write down the answers and return to your desk.

4. THREE QUESTIONS I DO NOT FEEL CONFIDENT ANSWERING ARE: 1.Question Best Answers: 2. Question Best Answers: 3. Question Best Answers:

5. What is human nature? What is the state of nature?

6. What author best communicated your view of human nature? Explain.

7. What is imagery? Which author made the best use of imagery to communicate their arguments and views? Give specific QUOTES as examples!

8. What is figurative language? Which author made the best use of figurative language to communicate their arguments and views? Give examples!

9. What is parallel structure? Which author made the best use of parallel structure to communicate their views of human nature? Give examples!

10. What is the purpose of Jonathan Edwards’ sermon, “Sinners in the Hands of an Angry God”? How does this author help you understand current American identity or society? Find a quote that best wraps up his views on human nature?

11. What is the purpose of Olaudah Equiano’s narrative, “The Interesting Life of Olaudah Equiano”? How does this author help you understand current American identity or society? Find a quote that best wraps up his views on human nature?

12. What is the purpose of Patrick Henry’s “Speech to the Virginia Convention”? How does this author help you understand current American identity or society? Find a quote that best wraps up his views on human nature?

13. Which author’s views of society and role of government do you agree with most? Why? Find a quote that best wraps up views?

14. Which author’s views and opinions best define current the American values and identity? Why? Find a quote that best wraps up views.

15. Philosopher Props BASIC : The most insightful comment I found… SUFFICIENT: I agreed with the comment that _____________ because _______________________. SOPHISTICATED: The statement that _____________ inspired me to _______________________________.

16. Part III? Reflection Rewrite the background paragraph for the author that you will be writing your midterm about.