In the essay you are allowed to choose 2 characters from “The Canterbury Tales” and two characters from “Their eyes were watching God.” You must also choose a theme for each book from the list below:
The Canterbury Tales by Geofrey Chaucer
a. Competition
b. Courtly Love
,
Friendship and Company
Social Satire
e.
Church Corruption
Gender Roles
g.
Occupation/Social Classes
2. Their Eyes Were Watching God by Zora Neale Hurston
a. Language: Speech and Silence
b.
• Power
C.
Love and Relationships
d. Humanity vs. Nature
e.
Gender Roles
Social Status/Upbringing
g.
Occupation/Social Classes