Except for the first paper, there will be a number of topics for you to choose from. The point of the papers is not to quiz you on minutiae of the books but to have you write a clear, interesting, well-argued essay about the material and subjects that the course explores. Papers may be turned in at your TA's box in Cabell Hall 226. Due dates are given below. No extensions will be granted after the due date for any assignment.
Most students complete it in one hour or less.
We cannot change the time of the final exam for any individual for any reason except medical emergency. The exam is scheduled for Monday, Dec. 11 at 2 PM in our normal lecture room. Bring a bluebook. The TAs consult with one another about the papers to ensure that they are all using the same standards on each assignment. We also verify that each TA arrives at roughly the same distribution of grades for each assignment and for final grades.