Instead of a mid-term examination I am offering an optional mid-term project to students who want to pull up their grades.
1. Obtain from a library or bookstore a copy of Jacques Roumain, Masters of the Dew. This is a lyrical novel about Haiti and the conflict between the peasants and those who exploit them.
2. Write a 1000-word essay on this novel following the Guidelines for Short Papers that you are now familiar with.
3. Email it to me in the usual format by 11:59 p.m., Friday, March 23.
Use the following subject line: Lastname WL Optional Mid-Term Project
This project will count for TWO short papers -- a large part of your grade. It has to be a large part in order for you to have the chance to bring your grade up.
This is not "extra credit." You must do well on this paper. If you do a poor job, it may bring your grade down, not up. So, take your time and do it well.