1). Explain how the events that occurred between 1870 and 1911 were symptoms of the First World War. Was the war inevitable or could it have been avoided?

2). If Dante were alive today, what individual or group might he place in one of his circles of hell? Briefly state the person, or group, the circle they'd be placed in, and why you think they belong there. Respond to the postings of two of your classmates.

Person (or group)______________________________________________________________________________

Circle number _______________________________________________________________________________

Why? _________________________________________________________________________________________

3). Choose one idea from the philosophy of Augustine and one idea on a similar topic from the Analects of Confucius. Compare and contrast them citing specific words from the texts to support your answer..

4). Compare and contrast Dante's vision of hell with the vision of the "underworld" from one reading in a different unit. Cite similarities and differences and use specific details to support your answer.

5). Compare Beowulf to two other "epic heroes" you have seen in this course. Write at least three detailed paragraphs comparing and contrasting the three. Use examples and quotations from each work to support your answer. State how each hero represents important ideas in their respective cultures.

Which, in your opinion, is closer to what you would consider the "ideal" epic hero?