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Assignments for May 18th - 22nd

Write a very brief essay on Song at the Scaffold.

Your essay should focus on the lessons you can take away from the work.

Here is some food for thought!

What do Blanche’s fears and ultimate victory over these fears teach us about judging our neighbor?

What do the actions of Sister Marie teach us about true obedience?

Why did God arrange for Sister Marie, an extreme choleric, to be the assistant of Mother Teresa?

Why doesn’t God allow Sister Marie to die a martyr’s death?

What does Blanche teach us about carrying our cross?

Does Blanche have a correct view of the religious life?

What does Mother Teresa’s acceptance of Blanche into the convent teach us about the dangers of always following the letter of the law?

Please keep the essay as short as possible.