You will have fifty minutes to respond to one of the following prompts:

In many works of literature, a physical journey – the literal movement from one place to another – plays a central role.  In the novel, Heart of Darkness, a physical journey is an important element.  In a well-written essay discuss how the journey adds to the meaning of the work as a whole.

Many writers use a country setting to establish values within a work of literature.  For example, the country may be a place of virtue and peace or one of primitivism and ignorance.  In the novel, Heart of Darkness, such a setting plays a significant role.  In a well-written essay analyze how the country setting functions in the work as a whole. 

In some works of literature, a character who appears briefly, or does not appear at all, is a significant presence. Based on the novel, Heart of Darkness, write an essay in which you show how such a character functions in the work. You may wish to discuss how the character affects action, theme, or the development of other characters. Avoid plot summary.


**On Friday the prompt that you will be responding to will be revealed.