12-7/10 2007 Australia Test

We had our test for Australia. If you were absent you will have to schedule a time to make this up. You may start the final essay at home. Th instructions are below:


Short Essay
Develop an outline for a paper that discusses one issue or deep philosophical question as it is explored in at least one of the following stories:
The Drover’s Wife by Henry Lawson
Absalom Day’s Promotion by Price Warung
Rabbit Proof Fence by Dorris Pilkington
Rabiit Proof Fence (the screenplay) by Christine Olsen
The Chosen Vessel by Barabra Bayton
Enri Enri by Doris Pilkington
Marngit by B. Wongar
Traditional Aboriginal Myths and ballads
Closer by David Malouf
Your outline must include a clear thesis and blueprint, assertions (topic sentences), and detailed supporting evidence to back up your assertions. Please use the outline provided. You may attach additional sheets if necessary.

For homework you will develop this outline into a five-paragraph essay.

Some example questions:
∑ Who is your true family?
∑ What price do you pay for standing up for what you believe in?
∑ Is it better to live in a modernized society or live a traditional lifestyle?
∑ What is a realistic portrayal of women living in the bush?
∑ How does society shape your lens regarding what is right or wrong?
∑ Should people be held accountable for their actions if society says what they’re doing is the right thing?
∑ Is violence an intrinsic, natural part of human nature?


Points will be taken off for use of first person in your argument.
Quotes from the story, used to support your argument, will strengthen your paper.

HMWK: Type your final essay (Double space, 12 pt font)