Myth of the Cave from Plato’s Republic

Running head: SAMPLE Unit 2 Plato’s “Allegory” Assignment Template

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SAMPLE Unit 2 Plato’s “Allegory” Assignment Template

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SAMPLE Unit 2 Plato’s “Allegory” Assignment

Student Name

Kaplan University

HU250 – section number

Unit 2 Assignment Instructions

In this Assignment, you will examine the Myth of the Cave from Plato’s Republic and apply it to your own lives. In order to complete this Assignment, you will first need to read Plato’s “Allegory of the Cave” (consult the Reading page in the unit).

First, summarize your interpretation of Plato’s work from the reading. What happens? Next, consider a time when you may have been “in the cave.” Perhaps you’ve been freed from first impressions, false generalizations, or stereotypes. Perhaps you have a belief that you had to re-examine in the face of contradictory evidence, or one strengthened by new information. Explain how you think this instance is similar to Plato’s work. Be specific and make the connections clear.

As you brainstorm experiences that parallel to the Cave, remember that the Assignment should demonstrate your understanding of Plato’s work. Sources are required for this Assignment. In addition to referencing the reading (chapter two and Plato’s “Allegory”), cite other credible sources that support your main points of discussion and your overall proposition. Be sure to cite them using the APA style guide, which is available under Course Home.

The Assignment should be 500-750 words and completed using this Microsoft Word template. Follow the formatting guidelines put forth by the APA style of writing, and structure your thoughts in essay format – introductory paragraph with a thesis statement, supporting paragraphs, and a conclusion. Submit the Assignment to the Dropbox when it is complete.

[See the following pages for formatting guidelines and general expectations.]

Essay format: Each assignment should include an introductory paragraph with a thesis statement, supporting paragraphs, and a conclusion.

References: This essay requires you to reference your textbook, the “Allegory,” and other credible sources that support your main points of discussion and your overall proposition.

Word count: This essay should be 500-750 words. The word count does not include the title page and the references page.

CLA assessment: This unit 2 assignment corresponds to the CLA rubric for HU250-01. Please review the CLA rubrics document available under Course Home.

APA formatting: Follow the APA style of writing when formatting the essay, the citations, and the end references (on the references page). Review the APA quick reference guide on the left-hand sidebar under course home for APA formatting guidelines.

References

Sayre, H. M. (2013). Discovering the humanities (2nd ed.). New York: Pearson Education.