Discuss the similarities and differences in how the works interact with the social norms or cultural values of the time in which they were created.

Choose one of the poets (or poems) we have read for this class and find 2-3 scholarly articles discussing the author or work you chose.

Consider the assertions or claims of each of the scholarly articles, and then try to identify areas in which the scholars agree and disagree with one another.

Finally, pick a side (or, come up with a new side or position) and then write a paper discussing the poet/poem, the scholarly articles, and your position.

OPTION TWO:

Choose one of the poets (or poems) we have read for this class and write a paper that compares and contrasts the author/work to a popular contemporary poet or artist/musician.

Discuss the similarities and differences in how the works interact with the social norms or cultural values of the time in which they were created.