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Writing Assignment—10 points

Letter of Apology

The Old Testament (Hebrew Bible), pp. 34-92

 Due: The beginning of class, Wednesday, January 18 (please see our online calendar)

Value: 15 points MLA format, double-space, please

ü Pretend that you are Adam and/or Eve.

ü Write a Letter of Apology to the Hebrew God, giving your reasons (justifications, excuses) for your disobedience.

ü After stating a reason, be sure to explain it fully.

ü Feel free to make your case in any way you would like. Have fun with this. Humor might help.

Above all, make this good—your future and the future of all humanity depend on it!

Note: Please remember that since this is a ‘W’ course, the quality of your writing will in part determine the points you earn. Please turn in a thoughtful, edited draft.