Prompt #4:

The Little Prince: wisdom or pablum?

OR

How is silence used to distinguish wisdom from foolishness in The Little Prince?

OR

Pronouns. Pronouns? Yes, pronouns.

Your paper should be no shorter than 500 words (about two pages).

I will not give you letter grades or extensive comments. If you want specific feedback on your short essays, come speak with me outside of class. I am more than happy to explain my assessment. Also in my office are copies of superior essays from the past. If you are uncertain about this assignment, I encourage you to stop by office and read several of those for inspiration.

For further guidance on this assignment, including the grading system, read, “The Think Piece: A Guide” online at http://profcohen.net/ltwl129/think.pdf

For examples of superior think pieces from previous classes, click here: http://profcohen.net/ltwl129/superior-tp.pdf

Remember, you have to write 4 think pieces by the end of the quarter. There will be approximately 17 prompts from which you may choose.