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Renaissance Men (And Women!)

1/27/2021

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Daily Literary Quote
“In essence the Renaissance was simply the green end of one of civilization’s hardest winters.”
                                                                              - John Fowles, The French Lieutenant’s Woman

Journal Prompt
Discuss a contemporary person (at least 20th century) you think is an ideal “Renaissance Man” (or Woman!) – someone who is accomplished in science, art, music, etc. – and why.  ​​​​
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Knight in Shining Armor

1/25/2021

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“All men are fools, and all men are knights where women are concerned.”
                                                                                         -George R. R. Martin

What are some ways A Knight's Tale reflects the values of the Middle Ages? What are some ways it reflects our modern values, instead? Explain.
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We Shall Overcome!

1/18/2021

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Daily Literary Quote
"Nothing in all the world is more dangerous than sincere ignorance and conscientious stupidity."
                                                                        -Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.

Journal Prompt
Explain the above quote.  Why are "sincere ignorance and conscientious stupidity" so dangerous? If Dr. King were alive today, what do you think he would say about the state of racism and human rights in the United States?
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What a Year for a New Year

1/4/2021

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Discuss the highlight(s) of your break, and provide at least one goal for 2021.
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