For this assignment, you have options. Your essay should be first person, but you may choose to discuss and emphasize a variety of topics. By this, you may choose to write the paper however you see fit. But, your goal is relatively straightforward. Your essay should do two things 1) Offer a definition of literature. Explain what literature is, what it looks like (literally or figuratively).

2). Explain what literature does. Why do we consume literature? Why should we? What is the point of literature?

It is possible that you don’t believe in these things. My hope is that you construct and thoughtful response that is well reasoned and contains evidence. Use outside research for support, and cite it according to MLA.