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Christian Studies Modules FINAL EXAM REVIEW

Your final exam for this Christian Studies module will be due one week after the module ends. Answer one of the following essay questions in a two-three page paper:

C.S. Lewis’ The Screwtape Letters (Mrs. Loconte) EXAM QUESTIONS: 1)In The Screwtape Letters, Lewis never directly introduces the character of ‘the patient’; we see him only through the descriptions from Screwtape. Keeping in mind that Screwtape’s opinions or interpretations of the patient and his actions may not be accurate, look through the letters and put together a characterization of the patient. What are his strengths and weaknesses, likes and dislikes? 2) How does Screwtape generally characterize humanity in his letters? Examine and discuss some of the phrases he used to describe humans. Why does Screwtape have this viewpoint of humans? In what ways is his assessment or viewpoint concerning humans accurate and in what ways wrong? 3)In a number of places throughout these letters, Screwtape asserts differences between the way in which men and woman act, can be tempted, or think. Go back through letters and review these instances. Are such generalizations are valid? What dangers do generalizations contain? When can they be useful?

You will be evaluated on your demonstration of meeting the following three learning goals:

1)      Bible: To develop a deeper understanding of the biblical principles to guide our discernment of God’s will for our lives.

2)      Application: To identify and use our gifts to make decisions and plan for our future to influence and serve in the world.

3)      Articulation: To reflect upon and articulate one’s faith and role as a servant leader in the world.

Marking Scheme

Essay Rubric:

6

The six response is superior and may draw upon any number of factors, such as depth of

discussion, effectiveness of argument, or level of insight. It exhibits an effective writing style and a

sophisticated use of language. Despite its clarity and precision, the response need not be errorfree.

5

The five response is proficient and reflects a strong grasp of the topic and the text. The references

to the passage may be explicit or implicit and convincingly support a thesis. The writing is well

organized and demonstrates a strong command of the conventions of language. Errors may be

present, but are not distracting.

4

The four response is competent. The assertions tend to be simplistic; there are no significant

errors in understanding. References are present and appropriate, but may be limited to only part

of the text. The writing is organized and straightforward. Conventions of language are usually

followed, but some errors are evident.

3

The three response is barely adequate. Understanding of the topic or the text may be partially

flawed. Support may consist of long references to the text which are not clearly connected to a

central idea or may be meagre or repetitive. The response may show some sense of purpose, but

errors may be distracting.

2

The two response is inadequate. While there is an attempt to address the topic, understanding of

the text or the task may be seriously flawed. Errors are recurring, distracting, and often impede

meaning.

1

The one response is unacceptable. It does not meet the purpose of the task or may be too brief to

address the topic. There is a serious lack of control in the writing.

0

The zero response reflects a complete misunderstanding of the text or the task, is off-topic or is a

restatement of the question.

NR

A blank paper with no response given.