You have read two poems written by two of the most influential writers in the American literary tradition. For the assessment, you will write 2 to 3-paragraphs responding to one of the given prompts below.
Prompt One
Write to compare the ways in which each of these represents the changing popular idea of democracy from
the time period in which it was written. Cite specific evidence from the literature to support your ideas.
Prompt Two
Write to compare the ways in which each of these may be considered representative of American culture
during the time period in which it was written. Cite specific evidence from the literature to support your ideas.