Directions –Select any two of the following questions and create two critical, thoughtful responses. When crafting your responses, be sure to note the title of the pieces you’re discussing. Use in-text citations from the readings to support your interpretive points.Your initial 2 posts should be at least 300 words each. My Questions –Ray Bradbury: “The Earth Men: August 1999” (1948)1. Why do you think the “Earth men” in “August 1999: The Earth Men” so strongly desire to be recognized for who they are , where they are from, and what they have accomplished? In what ways do you think Bradbury develops the “Earth men” characters to have mentalities that are particularly American and how does the story critique this mentality? 2. In what ways is “August 1999: The Earth Men” a cautionary tale?
