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Explore the Classical Formula using “A Scandal in Bohemia” 1. Describe the character of Irene Adler in "A Scandal in Bohemia." - What adjectives would you use to describe her and why? 2. In what ways does this story follow the “classical formula” of a Sherlock Holmes story? 3. In what ways does it depart from the typical Holmes story? Write answers to each question (2-3 sentences each). Number your answers. Share your Ideas about Evil Under the Sun with your Classmates Use the following questions as a jumping off point, or feel free to write about any other issue or subject from the novel that interests you: 1. What opinions and/or questions do you have about aspects of the novel so far? 2. Which characters do you relate to? are alienated by? Why? 3. Who seemed the most suspicious as the novel progressed? why? 4. How do you see Agatha Christie exploring psychology and/or social realism? 5. Does the setting and the situation seem like anything familiar in your life? Draw connections. 6. How does the setting and situation compare to those from previous mysteries we've explored? 7. How would you describe the tone of the novel? Examine the “Golden Age” Formula According to Milda Danyte, there are 9 characteristics of Golden Age fiction (pp. 17-19). Select 3 of these characteristics and write a substantial paragraph for each (5 - 8 sentences) that explores how Evil Under the Sun adheres to this formula. Compose one paragraph for each characteristic for a total of 3 paragraphs. Quote and paraphrase both the novel and the Danyte pieces and then discuss/analyze the significance of the quotations. Number each characteristic and paragraph. Module 7: Discussion: The Simple Art of Murder Explore a critique of the Classic and Golden Age Mysteries Chandler's critique focuses quite a bit on Golden Age mystery, but also touches on earlier authors we have explored this semester. Respond to the following questions in a 250-word (minimum) response: Do you see elements of his critique in the pieces we've read so far? In other words, do you see what he means about the Golden Age mystery? Give an example from Evil Under the Sun. How would you respond to his critiques? Where do you agree or disagree? Give two quotations from Chandler's piece to support your answer. What expectations does his analysis give you for the "Hard-boiled" formula? Module 7: Discussion: Three is a Lucky Number Compare "Three is a Lucky Number" to the Golden Age Formula Respond to the following prompt in a 250-word (minimum) response: 1. Describe the Margery Allingham piece in relationship to the other Golden Age story we've read, Evil Under the Sun. 2. Compare it to the criteria in Danyte's commentary on the Golden Age. How does it compare? 3. What's unique about "Three is a Lucky Number" apart from Golden Age characteristics? For each section, give examples and quotations from the text to support your claims. Module 4: In-Depth Assignment 1: Assessing Elementary's Irene Adler Start Assignment Due Sep 26 by 11:59pm Points 50 Submitting a file upload Available until Sep 27 at 11:59pm Write a Short Essay About the Irene Adler Character Read the assigned articles about the character of Irene Adler about how she is represented differently in contemporary texts departing from the Conan Doyle original, “A Scandal in Bohemia. ”The articles discuss her representation in the BBC's recent series Sherlock, and the Sherlock Holmes movies of 2009. You have read the original Conan Doyle story and now have viewed yet another Holmes offshoot, Elementary. Take notes on these articles, zeroing in on major points of interest to you (whether your agree or disagree with the authors). Remember who said what because you will be using these ideas/words in your own writing. Write an essay examining the Elementary version of Irene Adler in relation to the original story's character and the BBC's character. You should have a thesis claim about how you see Irene in Elementary along with supportive details that you describe from the show, comparing her to the other versions of her. Use quotations or paraphrases from the assigned critical articles to enhance your argument. Use correct MLA in-text documentation for your sources and a Works Cited page. This essay will have at least 4 sources that should show up in your works cited page and in-text citations: "A Scandal in Bohemia," the BBC's Sherlock episode, the Elementary episode, and the critical articles about the contemporary version of Irene. HINT: The most effective essays will have a thesis, supported by quotations directly from the original story and descriptions of specific scenes from Elementary, and Sherlock and your commentary on the quotations/scenes. Use the critical essays as a theoretical basis for your thesis as well as a way to sprinkle supportive quotations from credible critical sources. Your final product should be an essay of at least 500 words minimum, including in-text documentation and Works Cited page. Upload your essay to the Assignment link above. Purpose This assignment will help you to Identify processes involved in the encoding, storage, and retrieval of information and how these processes impact your memory. Directions You are going to evaluate your study strategies based on your knowledge of memory including effective encoding strategies, storage strategies, and efficient retrieval strategies. Answer the following questions in complete sentences: 1a. Define the process of encoding using a definition from your textbook (2 pt). 1b. Explain why you need the encoding process to remember class material (2 pt). 1c. Select one of the encoding strategies listed below (and explained in your textbook) that you would like to use to improve your memory. Define this strategy and specifically explain how you would use this strategy in your classes/study time for better memory. (2 pt) Encoding strategies semantic encoding visual imagery encoding organizational encoding 2a. Define the process of storage using the definition from your textbook (2 pt) and describe the types of memory stores (2 pt). 2b. Explain why you need the storage process to remember class material. (2 pt) 2c. Select one of the storage strategies listed below (and explained in your textbook) that you would like to use to improve your memory. Define this strategy and specifically explain how you would use this strategy in your classes/study time for better memory. (2 pt) Storage strategies rehearsal chunking 3a. Define the process of retrieval using the definition provided in your textbook. (2 pt) 3b. Explain why you need the retrieval process to remember class material. (2 pt) 3c. Select one of the retrieval strategies listed below (and explained in your textbook) that you would like to use to improve your memory. Define this strategy and specifically explain how you would use this strategy in your classes/study time for better memory. (2 pt) Retrieval strategies encoding specificity principle state dependent retrieval sleep (p. 173) Please number your answers as indicated above so that it is clear which questions you are answering. Type your answers, save your work in a .doc or .docx format. Select the Submit Assignment button (top right of screen) and attach your file. Since this assignment requires direct quotes (of definitions) from your textbook you will need to use quotation marks, in-text citations and a full reference list. To submit your work: Click the Submit Assignment button (top right of screen).