Plato On Poetry, Art And Philosophy Writing Assignment

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Short Essay I Prompt
Discuss the position Plato takes with regards to the “ancient quarrel between poetry and philosophy.” What are Plato’s objections to poetry and art? How do those objections relate to Plato’s theory of ideas/forms?
Your e^say will be based on texts read and discussed in class and will not require research. This means: Do not use secondary/outside sources. Just refer to class lectures and assigned readings. However, your essay should still adhere to academic composition standards with attention to spelling, grammar, and citation. Grading of these essays will be based on your demonstrated understanding of the material discussed in class.
Remember your main objective in writing this essay is to convince me that you read the assignments and attended the class lectures. I am not demanding original arguments. I am simply expecting you to demonstrate that you understood the material.
You are invited (but not required) to use the following guideline for your essay:
1) A main thesis/claim that summarizes Plato’s position
2) Clarify relevant terminology with use of texts (i.e. discuss what we mean by theory of forms, truth, imitation, deception, cave allegory, types of makers if they are relevant to your answer)
3) Use examples (from Plato or your own original examples) to demonstrate abstract concepts
4) Conclude with your own opinion on the subject. You can answer some of these questions: Why is there a quarrel between poetry and philosophy? Who, in your opinion, should win this quarrel? Do you agree with Plato?