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Date:
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Ms. Barbour
CEP

Understanding Self and Society Unit

Out of Class, Single Text Essay

Over the last few weeks, we have studied two texts whose authors are beginning to
recognize their own identity. As we have discussed, these personal journeys do not
occur in isolation; each author had interactions with outside forces that helped them
define who they are. As a result of negative events in their lives, these authors were
able to strengthen their own resolve and identity.
In a well-written and clearly organized essay, please examine how Angelou or
Douglass was able to recover from a negative experience, analyzing both external
and internal actions and reactions.
The paper is due on ______________ for Section 1 and ______________ for
Section 2. This paper must be typed and follow M.L.A. formatting. This means
Times New Roman font, 12 point size, and double spaced. The heading should be:
Your name
Ms. Barbour
CEP, Per. ___
Date