Question: In Republic, Plato strongly argues for imposing censorship on poetry.
1) Briefly explain why Plato supports censorship
– about 300 words for this part
– include more than 3 citations
2) Are there instances where we must protect children and youth from corrupting influences in art and entertainment? For instance, should we regulate violent video games and movies? Why or why not?
– about 450 words for this second part
– include more than 3 citations
*please abide to the readings from: The Republic by Plato book 4-6
Instructions
- The length of the essay should be about 750 words (300 words for the first part and 450 words for the second part of the answer.
- Upload a Microsoft Word file (doc, docx). 1-inch margin, Your essay should have a title.
- You should cite from different parts of Republic
- It means your six citations should not look like (393a), (393b), (393c), (393d), (394b), (395a), (395b). Show me you read the relevant part of Republic thoroughly by taking quotes from different part of the books.
- A good essay should include following qualities, and they will be used as grading rubrics.
- Make a clear argument: Your argument should be clearly stated in your essay. In a short essay, it is advisable to state your argument at the beginning of your essay to let the readers know what the essay is about.
- Give sufficient reasons for your argument: You can make an argument without any evidence. But your argument will not be convincing if you fail to provide reasons and evidence to support it.
- Make good use of the readings: When you make an argument and give reasons for your argument, make sure to refer to the readings to show that you have read and understood the assigned readings. If your essay topic is public education, then make sure to refer to, for instance, what Plato and Aristotle write about education and use them to make and support your argument.
- Be clear in writings: It is important to read over your essay and see if there are any errors and vague sentences that might confuse the reader. You need to proofread your essay and correct misspelling and errors. You also need to divide your essay into paragraphs. It is also advisable to make your writings concise by deleting unnecessary details.
- Academic dishonesty: NO PLAGIARISM