Early National Literature

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Early National Literature
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Aphorisms

• Write down five aphorisms (short sayings with a
  message or simple life/wisdom quotes) that you
  live by. Think about family, friendship, wealth,
  work, education, goals, faith, etc.)

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Power of Images

• What words and phrases come to mind when you
  observe the following diagram of a slave ship?

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Power of Words

• There are soldiers dressed in ragged clothes.
  Its winter snow and ice surround them. They
  have a light jacket and are barefoot. They are
  hungry and have just lost a battle.
• What spoken words could keep these desperate
  soldiers fighting for independence? The general
  has asked you to write a short inspirational
  piece. Inspire them!

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Liberty or Death

• Give me liberty or give me death!
• Patrick Henry
• What is worth dying for in your opinion?