Choose one prompt and write an 8-10 page analytical essay MLA format. Plan accordingly. I will grade your essay upon the strength of your response, your engagement with the readings, course materials, and your ability to demonstrate analysis and critical thinking. You are expected to utilize your notes and the assigned texts to support and develop your essay. You can also use your reading responses and midterm. It is to be well-organized and clearly written, with in-depth citations and applies concepts/ key terms.
Prompt: In Salt of the Earth, Esperanza opens and ends the film, what does she say and why are her words important? What is the problem(s) in this film? What led up to it, what happened during, and what are some outcomes? Think about class, race, gender and provide examples of unity. What was the importance of the women auxiliary? What was the union fighting for but ignoring at home? What are some examples of patriarchy? Why were the men not welcoming the women to speak and provide ideas at the meeting? What steps did the women take to keep picketing when the union was halted by the injunction. Elaborate on the importance of the women’s brilliance and resiliency both at home and organizing. What three scenes were most important to you and why? Compare and contrast the intersecting relations of race, class and gender in Mexican American communities. Analyze the impact of Americanization on Mexican American communities in the United States.
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