ENGL 10B: Literatures in English, 1700 to 1850
Prof. SooShee
Question: Compare the treatment of colonialism in the works of William
Blake and Mary Shelley. How do these authors address the ethical and moral
implications of colonial practices in their respective works?
Response: Both Blake and Shelley engage with colonialism in their works. Blake's
"The Little Black Boy" critiques racial hierarchies, while Shelley's "Frankenstein"
indirectly addresses colonialist attitudes by depicting the consequences of
unchecked scientific exploration.
Question: Explore the theme of love and its intersection with societal
expectations in Jane Austen's "Pride and Prejudice." How do characters
navigate the societal norms surrounding love and marriage in the novel?
Response: "Pride and Prejudice" examines the societal expectations surrounding
love and marriage. Characters like Elizabeth Bennet and Mr. Darcy navigate these
expectations, challenging conventional norms and highlighting the tension between
personal desires and societal constraints.
