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Pаrt III: Essаy Write а thоughtful, detailed respоnse tо one of the following prompts (at least 400 words; “A” essays usually go beyond minimum standards). Begin with a short opening paragraph that makes a main assertion related to the prompt. Write body paragraphs that directly address the prompt. These should be the bulk of the essay. Incorporate into your body paragraphs ideas and key terms that were brought up in the videos and PowerPoints, and use specific examples from the texts to support your points. Do not, however, merely summarize the plot. End with a short conclusion that addresses the author’s intention and brings your essay to a close. Include a word count (you must write this “by hand”—a one-point bonus will be added for doing so). Note: You may not use your textbook or any linked version of the text. No direct quotations are expected unless they are short and you’ve already committed them to memory. Specific detail, though, is expected. Topic A: Gulliver’s Travels Analyze and explain the impact of the Yahoos on Gulliver’s development. In your essay, be sure to discuss: Gulliver’s first encounters with the Yahoos. How does he initially conceptualize them, and why? How does he act toward them, and vice versa? (One body paragraph) The similarities between human beings and the Yahoos that Gulliver observes, both in looks and manners. (One body paragraph) Gulliver’s actions toward the “European Yahoos” after he leaves the land of the Houyhnhnms, including Pedro de Mendez and his own family. (One body paragraph) Note: You may extend any one section to two body paragraphs if you wish. Conclusion: Is Gulliver a misanthrope? Is Swift a misanthrope? Topic B: Tartuffe Discuss Tartuffe as a celebration of Enlightenment values, particularly the via media. How is the play an affirmation of reason and rationality? In your body paragraphs, be sure to address the following: Discuss Orgon as representative of extreme behavior and irrational thinking. In what ways is Tartuffe able to take advantage of him? What moments best illustrate his irrationality? (One body paragraph) Discuss Dorine and/or Cléante as representatives of rational behavior. What scenes best prove their sensible, moderate approach? (One body paragraph) Examine the role of the Prince at the end of the play. In what way does he exemplify Enlightenment values as well as the deus ex machina? (One body paragraph) Note: You may expand any one section of this essay into a second body paragraph if you would like. Conclusion: What point was Molière making in the play about encountering hypocrites like Tartuffe?