Analyzing Ethics

Worksheet Description

The “Literary Criticism from the Ethical Perspective” worksheet guides students in crafting a short paper of literary criticism from an ethical standpoint.

This approach involves delving into the ethical and moral aspects of a literary work and exploring how it reflects the values of its time. Students are prompted to start by identifying the title and author of the text under scrutiny. They then outline the central themes or subjects of the text.

The worksheet’s primary focus is on ethical exploration through selected quotes from the text. Students choose two relevant passages and explain how each quote reflects the ethics and morals of the historical period in which it was written.

This worksheet helps students develop a nuanced understanding of how literature can provide insights into societal values and ethical considerations.