Jane Eyre Mimetic Analysis

Jane Eyre mimics real life in many instances, especially Jane's interactions with Rochester. We discussed in class that humans do not develop correctly unless they have proper interaction with other humans. Jane is not developed, she has never had interactions with males besides John and Mr. Brocklehurst. Jane, along with many other people in today's world, is socially awkward when it comes to the opposite sex. Jane cannot comprehend romantic interaction, she acts like someone much younger than she is. She has never had romantic interaction, this deprivation creates awkwardness. Jane reminds me of a freshman, they are seemingly oblivious to many things going on in life. They do not gain knowledge until that have had experience.

Intertextual Analysis Frankenstein/Into the Wild

The text Frankenstein closely resembles the themes we observed in the selection of Into the Wild shown in class. Solitude is a major theme in both works. The main character of Into the Wild decides to leave his privileged life in order to immerse himself in the wild and attempt to survive completely on his own. Frankenstein also plunges into deep solitude as he devotes himself completely to the creation of the monster. People cannot live without other people, this statement is upheld in both works. The main character of Into the Wild dies in the last scene because he is unable to survive the wild on his own while Frankenstein becomes physically sick in his solitude. Humans need other human beings in order to survive and thrive as displayed by the main character of Into the Wild and Victor Frankenstein.

Feminist Critique

I think the feminist critique is rather pointless. People are simply looking for something that is not there, and even if it is there who honestly cares. It does not take a rocket scientist to figure out that Chaucer may have been misogynistic, as most males of his time were. Women were subordinate to men during this time, that is simply common knowledge. Emily was objectified by Chaucer because that was the role taken on by women of the time. This does not make Chaucer a woman hater, he is simply following standards set by society. I believe everyone is well aware of a woman's role in the middle ages, including Chaucer, which is why is view of women is accurate. The feminists that view this book as morally wrong are probably right, but this is how the world was at this time. In fifty years we will look back and think that the gay rights debate is rediculous because the solution is very obvious.

Society Evaluation

I decided to keep my society exactly the same. Everyone who was willing to trade would only do so if it was advantageous to them. I found myself continuously saying "no I dont want to trade Albert Einstein for Kanye West". Also, I like my society and almost feel an attachment to it; it would have taken a very advantageous trade in order to interest me. However, I do see a few flaws in my society. Every member has a very dominant personality type. Martin Luther King is the leader of my society, but Albert Einstein and Chuck Norris are leaders in their own right. Wonder Woman could easily do whatever she wants with her super power and Chuck Norris could become a military dictator. Megan Fox has little value to contribute to society besides her good looks and ability to have children.

Ideal Society

When thinking about an ideal five member society the first person who came to my mind was Chuck Norris. Chuck Norris would be the laborer and warrior in my society. You just don't mess with Chuck Norris. Next I chose Megan Fox, she would be the sexual being and her rediculously good looks would keep the male members of society entertained. My third member of society would be Martin Luther King, he is one of the greatest leaders in history. He was also a scholar and never afraid to stand up for what he believed in. Albert Einstein would be the fourth member, he was one of the smartest scientists ever, his knowledge would be used to fix and invent useful products. Finally would be wonder woman, wonder woman is a warrior with the speed and strength of one hundred humans.

10 Steps to Dating

1. Be outgoing and talk to the girl

2. Become friends with her

3. Go out of your way to talk to her. ex-go to her locker or wait for her after school

4. Begin being more than friends. ex- put your arm around her, text her

5. Ask her to hang out, bring a few friends, not as formal

6. Depending on how hanging out was, ask her on a date ex- the movies or dinner (Burger King)

7. Make her your girlfriend

8. Start hanging out with her other than going on formal dates, just spending time together

9. Bring her around your friends

10. Introduce her to your family

Essential Question #4

There are many similarities between Invictus and Beowulf. Invictus is much shorter because it focuses solely on the concept of fate and faith in God, a major theme in Beowulf. In the first stanza Henley talks about thanking whatever gods may be for his unconquerable soul. The character in Invictus cannot be defeated because he thanks the gods. Beowulf is the same way, Grendel never had a chance at defeating him because of his faith in God. Beowulf is unconquerable. Henley next says that he can be bloodied but never defeated and still unafraid. Beowul is never scared because he knows that God is on his side. Henley finishes by saying he is the master of his fate and the captain of his soul. Beowulf was fated to defeat Beowulf and he accomplished that through his faith.