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Write a well thought out, substantive response to the post regarding question 1 bellow of at least a short paragraph (approx. 150 words), including direct references to the myths. Note: response comments such as “I agree” or “good thought.” will not count for credit. Question 1: Which motifs do the Native American and African mythologies share? Provide examples from the African myths you have read so far. Why do you think there are so many similarities between Native American and African myths? The post to reply to is bellow: Merry Nelson Examples of motifs in the Native American myths that we also find in African mythologies include the axis mundi, the interchangeability of humans and animals, the power of language, a trickster figure/culture hero and an imperfect deity. Specifically, we find an example of the axis mundi, both in Ananse’s spider webs and the golden chain which Obatala descends. As are many characters in the Native American myths, we find that Ananse the spider is both human and animal, as well as a bird.. The power of language is demonstrated by the value placed on the stories over which Ananse seeks power, as well as when Gbonka’s puts Timi to sleep simply by saying, “When a child sleeps he drops whatever he holds in his hands. Sleep now, Timi, and let go your bow and flaming arrows” (Aboul-Hosn & Rosenberg, 2010, p.380). Ananse the spider serves as a trickster figure in that he is somewhat of a trouble maker, but also a culture hero in that the stories he is able to obtain he can pass down to humans. In this way we see the cultures’ placement of respect upon cunning and cleverness. Finally, we see that because Ananse is able to trick and manipulate god, god is portrayed as an imperfect deity. In addition, we see the imperfect deity motif when Obatala creates deformed humans and apologizes for it. A possible explanation for the many similarities between Native American and African myths could be that both come from places of great ecological variety, from which stemmed in the cultures an importance in community over the individual and providing similar foundations from which an interaction with nature would shape their narratives. In addition, because both the Native American and African myths are from an oral tradition, they were written down modernly by people from outside their cultures who couldn’t help but view them through a Western perspective which may have influenced some of the perceived similarities. Aboul-Hosn, S.R. & Rosenberg, Aaron. (2010). Comparative Literature 108, Myths and Mythologies. Boston, MA; Pearson Learning Solutions. to the post regarding question 1 bellow of at least a short paragraph (approx. 150 words), including direct references to the myths. Note: response comments such as “I agree” or “good thought.” will not count for credit. Question 1: Which motifs do the Native American and African mythologies share? Provide examples from the African myths you have read so far. Why do you think there are so many similarities between Native American and African myths? The post to reply to is bellow: Merry Nelson Examples of motifs in the Native American myths that we also find in African mythologies include the axis mundi, the interchangeability of humans and animals, the power of language, a trickster figure/culture hero and an imperfect deity. Specifically, we find an example of the axis mundi, both in Ananse’s spider webs and the golden chain which Obatala descends. As are many characters in the Native American myths, we find that Ananse the spider is both human and animal, as well as a bird.. The power of language is demonstrated by the value placed on the stories over which Ananse seeks power, as well as when Gbonka’s puts Timi to sleep simply by saying, “When a child sleeps he drops whatever he holds in his hands. Sleep now, Timi, and let go your bow and flaming arrows” (Aboul-Hosn & Rosenberg, 2010, p.380). Ananse the spider serves as a trickster figure in that he is somewhat of a trouble maker, but also a culture hero in that the stories he is able to obtain he can pass down to humans. In this way we see the cultures’ placement of respect upon cunning and cleverness. Finally, we see that because Ananse is able to trick and manipulate god, god is portrayed as an imperfect deity. In addition, we see the imperfect deity motif when Obatala creates deformed humans and apologizes for it. A possible explanation for the many similarities between Native American and African myths could be that both come from places of great ecological variety, from which stemmed in the cultures an importance in community over the individual and providing similar foundations from which an interaction with nature would shape their narratives. In addition, because both the Native American and African myths are from an oral tradition, they were written down modernly by people from outside their cultures who couldn’t help but view them through a Western perspective which may have influenced some of the perceived similarities. Aboul-Hosn, S.R. & Rosenberg, Aaron. (2010). Comparative Literature 108, Myths and Mythologies. Boston, MA; Pearson Learning Solutions.

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Write a well thought out, substantive response to the post regarding question 1 bellow of at least a short paragraph (approx. 150 words), including direct references to the myths. Note: response comments such as “I agree” or “good thought.” will not count for credit. Question 1: Which motifs do the Native American and African mythologies […]

 

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How much would it cost to do this mythology essay, which is due by 11am tomorrow morning? CRITIQUE the essay below: Indicate to what extent you agree or disagree with the statements made in the following essay. Point out any mistakes you find in the content or structure of the essay. Write your critique in essay form. Must be 350 to 500 word in length Essay to critique: Mawu-Lisa in the Dahomean Narrative starts by assigning each of her children a specific realm. The divine children are all given different languages and cannot communicate with each other. Legba is the only one who speaks all of the languages and is a messenger among the Gods. This gives Legba a great deal of power. Sogbo and Sagbata engage in power struggles over who will control the rain. This is particularly important for humans because without the rain, they cannot grow crops. Sagbata teaches humans how to perform the ritual of burying the calabash when they want rain. Humans learn that they must appeal to the Gods to get a favorable result in the natural world. Mawu-Lisa sends Gu, who is made of iron. He represents metal tools, which humans use to cultivate the soil and plant. Mawu wants humans to succeed and thrive. People are also taught how to worship the But they are also taught that they cannot be equal to God. When Awe learns magic from Legba and then challenges Mawu, he is going beyond the limits of what humans are permitted to do. He makes human figures out of clay, but cannot bring them to life. Mawu is able to plant, grow, and harvest corn all in one day. This shows that Mawu controls the natural world. Humans can use the resources, but they cannot control nature. In the end, people have to agree that they must die, but in exchange, Death allows them to cook their food. Without cooking, people would die. So cooking is life. This is an important part of the ordering of the world. Critique Guide and Rubric Description Over the course of the semester you will engage in FOUR essay/critique activities – one activity per unit. For two of those activities you will be required to WRITE an essay [see below for details] For two of those activities you will be required to CRITIQUE an essay [see below for details] The class will be divided into two groups. Groups will be assigned to either WRITE and essay or CRITIQUE an essay in alternating units. EACH essay/critique is worth 10 points. Guidelines You will be asked to write a critique of an essay that is posted on the course site. Your critique should: critique the essay in terms of content and format using the guidelines above e.g. is the content well organized and structured; were all parts of the question addressed by the essay; are there are better examples from the unit than those used in the posted essay. You should note this and explain why the examples you have selected are better. be well organized and structured Details CRITIQUES must be submitted by the date and time indicated on the SYLLABUS Scoring Considerations: critiques will be scored based on the precision and thoroughness of your critique, consideration of examples taken from the myths, and overall quality (including grammar and spelling) as follows: CRITIQUE Criteria Clearly Evidenced Partly Evidenced Not Clearly Evidenced Comment on Introduction 1 point .5 point 0 points Comment on Thesis Statement 2 points 1 point 0 points Comment on/Alternate Examples 4 points 2-3 points 0-1 points Comment on the Conclusion 1 point .5 point 0 points Grammar/spelling 1 point .5 point 0 points which is due by 11am tomorrow morning? CRITIQUE the essay below: Indicate to what extent you agree or disagree with the statements made in the following essay. Point out any mistakes you find in the content or structure of the essay. Write your critique in essay form. Must be 350 to 500 word in length Essay to critique: Mawu-Lisa in the Dahomean Narrative starts by assigning each of her children a specific realm. The divine children are all given different languages and cannot communicate with each other. Legba is the only one who speaks all of the languages and is a messenger among the Gods. This gives Legba a great deal of power. Sogbo and Sagbata engage in power struggles over who will control the rain. This is particularly important for humans because without the rain, they cannot grow crops. Sagbata teaches humans how to perform the ritual of burying the calabash when they want rain. Humans learn that they must appeal to the Gods to get a favorable result in the natural world. Mawu-Lisa sends Gu, who is made of iron. He represents metal tools, which humans use to cultivate the soil and plant. Mawu wants humans to succeed and thrive. People are also taught how to worship the But they are also taught that they cannot be equal to God. When Awe learns magic from Legba and then challenges Mawu, he is going beyond the limits of what humans are permitted to do. He makes human figures out of clay, but cannot bring them to life. Mawu is able to plant, grow, and harvest corn all in one day. This shows that Mawu controls the natural world. Humans can use the resources, but they cannot control nature. In the end, people have to agree that they must die, but in exchange, Death allows them to cook their food. Without cooking, people would die. So cooking is life. This is an important part of the ordering of the world. Critique Guide and Rubric Description Over the course of the semester you will engage in FOUR essay/critique activities – one activity per unit. For two of those activities you will be required to WRITE an essay [see below for details] For two of those activities you will be required to CRITIQUE an essay [see below for details] The class will be divided into two groups. Groups will be assigned to either WRITE and essay or CRITIQUE an essay in alternating units. EACH essay/critique is worth 10 points. Guidelines You will be asked to write a critique of an essay that is posted on the course site. Your critique should: critique the essay in terms of content and format using the guidelines above e.g. is the content well organized and structured; were all parts of the question addressed by the essay; are there are better examples from the unit than those used in the posted essay. You should note this and explain why the examples you have selected are better. be well organized and structured Details CRITIQUES must be submitted by the date and time indicated on the SYLLABUS Scoring Considerations: critiques will be scored based on the precision and thoroughness of your critique, consideration of examples taken from the myths, and overall quality (including grammar and spelling) as follows: CRITIQUE Criteria Clearly Evidenced Partly Evidenced Not Clearly Evidenced Comment on Introduction 1 point .5 point 0 points Comment on Thesis Statement 2 points 1 point 0 points Comment on/Alternate Examples 4 points 2-3 points 0-1 points Comment on the Conclusion 1 point .5 point 0 points Grammar/spelling 1 point .5 point 0 points

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How much would it cost to do this mythology essay, which is due by 11am tomorrow morning? CRITIQUE the essay below: Indicate to what extent you agree or disagree with the statements made in the following essay. Point out any mistakes you find in the content or structure of the essay. Write your critique in […]

 

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Read stories answer the following questions. Story: Are These actual Miles? 1. Be able to discuss bankruptcy as an unusual theme in literature and how it contributes to carver’s style of realism. Story: In Amalfi 1. Be able to discuss Christine’s epiphany/epiphanies. 2. Discuss how the ring and the giving of the ring to Christine are important What might it symbolize? How does it contribute to Christine’s character development( or lack of ) The house behind 1. Are there also themes of detachment in”The house Behind”? Wildness Tips 1. Be able to discuss wildness VS civilization as a theme in the storyStory: Are These actual Miles? 1. Be able to discuss bankruptcy as an unusual theme in literature and how it contributes to carver’s style of realism. Story: In Amalfi 1. Be able to discuss Christine’s epiphany/epiphanies. 2. Discuss how the ring and the giving of the ring to Christine are important What might it symbolize? How does it contribute to Christine’s character development( or lack of ) The house behind 1. Are there also themes of detachment in”The house Behind”? Wildness Tips 1. Be able to discuss wildness VS civilization as a theme in the story

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Read stories answer the following questions.Story: Are These actual Miles?1. Be able to discuss bankruptcy as an unusual theme in literature and how it contributes to carver’s style of realism. Story: In Amalfi 1. Be able to discuss Christine’s epiphany/epiphanies. 2. Discuss how the ring and the giving of the ring to Christine are important […]

 

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Read stories answer the following questions. Story: Are These actual Miles? 1. Be able to discuss bankruptcy as an unusual theme in literature and how it contributes to carver’s style of realism. Story: In Amalfi 1. Be able to discuss Christine’s epiphany/epiphanies. 2. Discuss how the ring and the giving of the ring to Christine are important What might it symbolize? How does it contribute to Christine’s character development( or lack of ) The house behind 1. Are there also themes of detachment in”The house Behind”? Wildness Tips 1. Be able to discuss wildness VS civilization as a theme in the story. Story: Are These actual Miles? 1. Be able to discuss bankruptcy as an unusual theme in literature and how it contributes to carver’s style of realism. Story: In Amalfi 1. Be able to discuss Christine’s epiphany/epiphanies. 2. Discuss how the ring and the giving of the ring to Christine are important What might it symbolize? How does it contribute to Christine’s character development( or lack of ) The house behind 1. Are there also themes of detachment in”The house Behind”? Wildness Tips 1. Be able to discuss wildness VS civilization as a theme in the story

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Read stories answer the following questions.Story: Are These actual Miles?1. Be able to discuss bankruptcy as an unusual theme in literature and how it contributes to carver’s style of realism. Story: In Amalfi 1. Be able to discuss Christine’s epiphany/epiphanies. 2. Discuss how the ring and the giving of the ring to Christine are important […]

 

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