In-Class Essay 1

Choose one of four prompts. Then, write a short essay of about three handwritten pages that addresses the prompt. Reference at least two authors from our course readings in your response. (This can include authors referenced in the question.)

This is an open-book exam: You are allowed to use your course reader (yellow bound volume), including any hand-written notes you have taken in it. No other notes or references are allowed. No phones, laptops, or other electronic devices are allowed.

For more on what we expect from these essays, see Grading Levels for In-Class Essays.

Students who have active disability accommodations that conflict with the guidelines above (such as extended testing time, low-distraction testing environment, screen/keyboard access, or others) should contact DRS testing services at least 10 days before this in-class essay to schedule in-center testing. You may schedule your test any time within 36 hours (before or after) of the in-class testing time.