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Seniors
We will type tomorrow's essay in class. Please refrain from any editorials/commentary on the question, and you will not be able to use any pre-written drafts. As this is our last essay together as a class, make it a good one (and your own).

We discussed some of the TV shows and films made (and set) in Louisiana; consider also the coverage of Louisiana politics by the national press, and aspects of Louisiana's culture--such as Mardi Gras, music and food--that are depicted in the mass media. Above all, make sure you answer the question and use plenty of specific examples.

Note that if you would like to enter the essay into the high school writing contest hosted by NSU, there are specific requirements, including a length of 1000-2000 words. See the website for details.

Sophomores
Your homework for tonight is to answer questions following "In Memorium" and "Crossing the Bar." You should also read the poems for tomorrow by Robert Browning: "My Last Duchess" and "Porphyria's Lover." Your quiz on Tennyson and Browning will be Thursday.

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