Use the information from the Epic of Gilgamesh. Write a reflection of 700-1500 words.
The reflection should include at least four paragraphs: An introduction, a paragraph describing a theme presented in the story, a paragraph describing how this theme is connected to life today in the 21st Century.
I. Introduction: Summarize the historical context of this story. Include: A. Who wrote this? What can you infer about the author? (Authorship has been described and not simply stated.) B. What is the story about? (No need to rewrite the whole plot — we all read the story. Summarize this 1 paragraph, about 100 word count. C. When was it created? (Not just a date, but the historical context of what was going on when it was recorded or written.) D. Where is the story taking place? How is life here portrayed? *Review what you learned from your chapter reading and class lectures.Choose a quote from the text that gives you some insight into this. E. Who was the intended audience? (This may involve speculation, but provide your reasoning for that speculation.) Connect this to your theme with a transition sentence.
II. Body: Choose one theme to expand on that emerged from your reading and discussion of this text. Some potential themes to consider: – City (civilization) vs. Nature (wilderness) – The idea of immortality – The inevitability of death – Friendship/companionship – Gender – Love – Loss – The nature of the Gods – The nature of urban life – Other? A. In a paragraph: Address the insights you gained about this theme as presented in this story. Include: 1. A topic sentence that introduces the theme. 2. An explanation of that theme. How does this theme show up in the story? What can you infer about this culture? Is there a moral or lesson being conveyed? 3. Provide 3 specific examples from the text, chapter reading, videos, or other sources, and/or seminar discussion that supports conclusions and understandings about this theme historically. B. In a paragraph: Address insights you gained that connect this theme to our lives and the world we live in today. Include: 1. A topic sentence that states the main point or idea. 2. An explanation of that point. 3. Provide 3 examples from the text, discussion, and any outside sources that support your conclusions and understandings about current events. (refer to specific events, not theoretical events.)
III. Conclusion
Do not plagiarize at any means.
