Choose one of the following topics, and develop a two page essay:
Discuss the symbolism of the dreams in Dante’s works (include at the least one of the dreams from the Vita Nuova and the three dreams in Purgatorio)
Contrast Dante’s presentation of sins and sinners in Inferno and Purgatorio
Discuss the roles of Sordello and Statius within the framework of Purgatorio.
Notes: You must use relevant textual examples (citations from the text) to validate the points you are discussing.
Before you submit the exam, make sure you follow the Assignment Information below.
When you write your assignments and exams, make sure that what you write is based exclusively on the material covered in class, and make specific references (direct text citations for the exams) to the readings covered in class.
Exams are not research papers; therefore, there is no need to read external sources because the purpose of the assignments/exam is to show that you learned the material taught in class. You have to quote only the text to document your points. Keep in mind that if you decide to use material other than class notes without acknowledging it, you commit plagiarism, which results in failing the exams.
Do not write information that is not relevant to the topics. Be direct and concise. Before you submit your assignments get rid of anything that does not belong to the topic. Understand the topics before you write, and check it after to make sure you do not go off topic. If you notice that you are writing a summary of a plot, you are off topic.
