Select only one (1) of the following essay topics to complete. Your essay should not be less than 500 words. You will not be able to double space, except to manually double space between paragraphs. Space 5 times to indent paragraphs.

Head paper with MLA heading and develop good title.  Use at least 3 citations and a Works Cited page, which you should format following the model in your handbook for “two or more selections in an anthology.”

pick a topic 

Folktales can be violent. Are they appropriate for children, in terms of their violence? Draw on the essays of Baum, Bettelheim, and or Zipes for your argument.

You will need at least three citations and a Works Cited page.  Head appropriately.  Essay should be approximately 500 words.  

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The Disney Corporation makes billions of dollars each year selling its line of “Princess” products. Do you think the company is marketing to a need that already exists in young girls to play the princess, or do you think Disney is creating the need through its marketing?

Draw on 2 of the arguments of Baum, Zipes, and/or Bettelheim in your analysis.

You will need at least three citations and a Works Cited page.  Head appropriately.  Essay should be approximately 500 words.