It's Over

It’s about that time of year again. As in, it’s all about that time of year again.

Final Exam



I.

Which of the following best describes what you’re trying to do? (And tell why and how.)


1. Using language to get at something. I have this thing I want to talk to you about.

2. Doing something with language. Language and I are on this walk.

3. Getting at something in language itself. What can this do?

4. All of the above. (Yikes!)

5. None of the above. (Really?)


II.


Short essay. Argue one side and/or the other.


1. Grammar is a prison.

2. Grammar is a solace.