Midterm Exam

Midterm Exam (30 points)

 

Just before spring break, I’ll ask you to stop, reflect, and then synthesize the simultaneously broad and deep range of material we have covered in class. The exam will consist of a single take-home question that calls on you to make coherent but specific meaning of how a particular issue, idea, or trend has developed in our readings to that point. 

You will have the opportunity to choose one question from a short list of questions and you may write your response using any readings, notes, or backgrounders from our course. Your response should be in the range of ~1250 words (certainly no more than 3 single-spaced pages, including works cited). MLA or Chicago-style citations preferred.

You will have a week to write your response, though you can easily complete in one well-prepared sitting. Try to set aside a 48-hour period in which to get it done, since you will be completing it on your own without assistance from others or from any online resources. 

Distributed in class on Tuesday, March 1; due to Canvas by 3:35 p.m. on Tuesday, March 8.