Week 3: worksheet short story and essay as a medium for understanding

In two paragraphs, briefly define the term “wife” and analyze how the assigned works by Brady and Porter portray views of family and community through the character of the “wife.” (You may create your own definition of “wife,” or you may borrow a definition from an outside source, as long as you also document that source.) Provide brief examples from this week’s readings using appropriate APA format and style.

In two paragraphs, compare and contrast the use of essay and short story to convey the theme of the role of “wife” in the context of family and community. Provide brief examples from this week’s readings using appropriate APA format and style.

Imagine a conversation between Eve Ensler and Fannie Lou Hamer. Write two paragraphs describing that “conversation.” How might they relate to each other’s work and views of family and community? Provide brief examples from this week’s readings using appropriate APA format and style.