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DePalo Eng. 10 Honors

Unit I Research Paper 100 pts Due: October 29

Choose one of the following topics for your research paper:

1.  Creation: The play, Inherit the Wind focuses on the conflict of religion vs. science and one aspect in particular that

of creation. Although Christianity is the primary religion under the microscope (so to speak), there are other

versions of the creation myth throughout different cultures and religions. Research another religion/cultures

version of creation. What elements of the story are similar to the Bibles version? What components are different?Use the Genesis version we analyzed in class to make your comparisons with the alternate version you find. Be sure

to question and analyze both versions with a scientific mind. What meaning(s) are we supposed to take away

from these creation myths? Make sure you reference specific opinions expressed in the play through examples in

the various acts and scenes to support your comparison.

2.  Human Rights Investigation: As the theme of the first unit implies, you are asked to choose a current human rights

violation occurring either internationally or at home in the United States (this violation must be cleared with me

before you begin your research). You must describe the violation, how it is a violation of human rights, specifically

which right or rights it violates according to the UDHR, why the violation occurs and how it is affecting the people

oppressed. You may also want to develop an action plan as to how this violation may have been prevented or how

steps might be taken to stop the violation. Make sure you compare the human rights issue you are researching to

the UDHR article(s) and any issues that are relevant or similar in the play. Address similarities between the play and

the real-world issue as it pertains to ideals and values put forth in the UDHR.

(You may want to investigate human rights violations at the following website: humanrightswatch.com)

*You may also want to view one of the following documentaries to use as a resource and topic idea:

T he Farm prisoners rights

Capitalism: A Love Story  economic rights

Criteriay  4-5 page minimum

y  MLA Format

y  Must cite and use at least 4 credible sources (Wikipedia, About.com does not count)

y  Must include a works cited page

y  Must use in-text parenthetical citations when referencing any quotes or ideas from your research

y  Turnitin.com - PLAGARISM WILL NOT BE TOLERATED ANY DETECTIONS WILL RESULT IN A ZERO

y  When writing about the play, use literary present

Turnitin.com

All essays must be submitted to the turnitin.com website before coming to class on the due date. A hard copy must also

be handed in. Failure to complete both of these methods will result in a zero for the assignment.

Class name: English 10 Honors

Class ID: 3558500 

Enrollment Password: depalo10