ENGL 6637 Dr. Robinson

Short Paper Assignment

Select a theoretical text in the Adams anthology that is not among the assigned readings. Discuss the major critical issues that the text raises, comment on the apparent intentions or rhetorical strategies of the theorist/critic, and situate the text within the categories of theoretical orientation that were discussed at the first class meeting.

Note: You will be presenting a ten-minute oral summary of this paper to the class.

Length: 5 pages maximum

Style: MLA

Due: Tuesday, February 6