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Zayd Dada Erin Nunnally HUMN101-N792 16 th January 2024 Reading Journal 4 Dead Poets Society Mr. Keating tells his class that they will "contribute a verse" to the "powerful play" of life. What do you think this means? What do you imagine your verse will be? In the film, the line “the powerful play goes on and you may contribute a verse” is repeated by Mr. Keating to his students. He does this as a closing to his speech so that they may question their role in the universe. If "the powerful play" is a metaphor for life, then ‘contributing a verse’ would be a metaphor for one's personal legacy, impact, and the mark they leave on the world. The "verse" symbolizes your lasting contribution to the world. The phrase means to ask how will one be remembered? My verse would represent my own personal journey and experiences. Is it more important to honor your parents' wishes or to explore the things that make you happy? Explain. Ideally, a balance between honoring parental values and pursuing your own happiness can be sought. Open communication with your parents about personal aspirations and finding common ground can lead to a more fulfilling and harmonious life. This discussion can also vary on many factors like background, upbringing, the character of you and your parents, the nature of the things you want to explore and how strong your parents opinions on them are.
Shakespeare on Love What images stand out to you in the poems and why? Sonnet 18 - "Rough winds do shake the darling buds of May". This vivid image of rough winds shaking delicate buds contributes to the contrast between the fleeting nature of seasonal beauty and the enduring beauty of the beloved. It adds a touch of vulnerability to the imagery. Sonnet 130 - "Coral is far more red than her lips' red". This comparison is striking because it subverts the usual practice of comparing a lover's lips to something more appealing. The choice of coral, which is not usually associated with vibrant redness, adds an element of surprise. What is expected and/or surprising about these poems and why? Sonnet 18 - The expectation in this sonnet lies in the conventional structure of comparing the beloved to elements of nature. It follows the traditional theme of praising the beauty of a loved one, a common motif in love poetry. The surprising element is the assertion that the beloved's beauty surpasses that of a summer day. Shakespeare elevates the beloved beyond the transient beauty of the natural world. This twist adds a unique and memorable quality to the poem. Sonnet 130 - The expectation in this sonnet is for the speaker to use exaggerated metaphors to praise the mistress's beauty, following the traditional conventions of love poetry. The surprising aspect is the rejection of conventional beauty standards. Shakespeare takes a more realistic and grounded approach. The deliberate use of mundane and unconventional comparisons challenges the reader's expectations and adds a refreshing and honest quality to the poem. Which one of these poems would you want to share with someone you love and why? Sonnet 18 - This sonnet is more conventionally romantic, celebrating the timeless
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