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A/S HUMA 2105: Roman Literature and Culture Fall/Winter 2008-9 |
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ESSAY TOPICS DUE: APRIL 13th in lecture
Please compose an essay of 4-5 pages in response to one of the following prompts:
1. Pius Aeneas: Roman epic poetry created and promoted the Roman character: militaristic, moral and, above all, masculine. Discuss.
2. From Lucretia to Clodia: Discuss the roles and rights of women in Roman society. Illustrate your answer with specific examples of women, either historical or literary, from our readings.
3. Ad hominem: Discuss the role of gossip, slander and invective in Roman oratory.
4. Dear Julius: Evaluate Cicero’s letters as a source for Roman history in the late Republic. |
