Fall+2014+EQs

8/26: What is evil? 8/27: Is humankind inherently good or evil? 8/28 and 8/29: How does culture form the definition of evil?

9/2 and 9/3: What consequences do we face if we do not take responsibility for our actions? 9/4: How does lack of compassion lead to prejudice and stereotyping? 9/5: In what ways does scientific advancement present positive and negative consequences? Which has a greater impact on human development – nature or nurture?

9/29: What rules dictate the behavior of young men and women in relationships today? 9/30:Think of a situation where rules have been clearly violated. What are things "nice girls" just don't do? What are things "nice guys" just don't do? 10/1: Why do "moral rules" and "behavioral rules" exist? Do thy just apply locally or even just in school? What are possibilities of consequences if those rules are broken? 10/2: What do monologues reveal about a character? Choose a monologue and discuss your answer. 10/3: What does the play say about friendship and loyalty? Who remains loyal? How is friendship shown?

10/6: What types of betrayal occur in the play? What is the penalty for betrayal? 10/7: What definitions of honor do you find in the play, and why is honor so important? Are there modern equivalents of honor? What equivalents are there among you and your friends? 10/8: Peer pressure occurs when Cassio gives in to drinking because Iago persuades him it's the right thing to do. What other forms of peer pressure are presented in the play? How does Shakespeare's portrayal compare with situations where you or your friends feel pressured by peers? 10/9: What are Othello's internal conflicts? What are his external conflicts?