Option 1: Poetry Total Marks: 100
The following pairs of poems explore similar subject matter. Choose one of the pairs and write an essay of 600 to 800 words comparing and contrasting the two treatments of the same subject. Consider elements of style covered in the Units such as structure, point of view, tone, prosody, diction, imagery and others. Make sure that your discussion of both poems makes your ideas about theme or meaning clear.

“White Dwarfs” by Michael Ondaatje and

“Ariel” by Sylvia Plath

OR

“The Bull Calf” by Irving Layton and

“Tulips” by Sylvia Plath

Option 2: Drama Total Marks: 100
This assignment relates to Unit 5 on Shakespeare’s Othello. The assignment is worth 15 percent of your final grade.

Please note that Assignment 4 also offers an opportunity to explore aspects of Shakespeare’s Othello. Choose one of the following topics and write an essay of 600 to 800 words:

Consider the use of oral imagery in the play and discuss its thematic significance and dramatic purposes.

Discuss the significance and dramatic purposes of Roderigo.

Discuss the significance and dramatic purposes of the soliloquy of Iago, Act II, scene i.

Discuss whether there is any justification for the idea that Emilia is not as innocent as she seems in regards to Iago’s schemes.