Response Papers: These are short essay-style papers responding to a set of questions related to the reading for the particular class session.  All papers should be typed and should be two-three (2-3) pages.  Papers will be evaluated on: 1) demonstration that reading has been completed, 2) application of concepts and ideas, 3) clarity of writing.

Reading Response 1- Plato1)    In the Phaedrus, Plato describes the aspects of what makes a good soul.  This is derived out of what Plato believes were important to the people in his day and age.  If Plato were to be born today what would a good soul be made out of today considering what we believe is important today?2)      In Gorgias, what major problems does Socrates have with Gorgias calling himself an orator?  Ultimately what problems does Socrates have with rhetoric based on their exchange?  3)    Through these three readings Plato has some common themes as to what he thinks is the ultimate goal of humanity and a better alternative to rhetoric.  What does he think humanities goal ultimately is and where are these themes present in the texts you have read?