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Case Study: Complete independent presentation projects of relevant chapters. It is necessary to make a ppt and a speech on each page. The duration of the presentation should be at least ten minutes. The chapter to be completed is "Mister Heartbreak".

Presentation on Jessica Hagedorn's Dogeaters - Combining Literary Analysis and History of the Philippines during the Marcos Era (1965-1986)

Objective: The objective of this assignment is to explore the intersection of literature and history by analyzing Jessica Hagedorn's novel Dogeaters within the socio-political and historical context of the Philippines. This assignment will allow you to deepen your understanding of the novel's themes, char actors, and narrative techniques while also gaining insights into the historical events and cultural backdrop of the Philippines during the period of Ferdinand Marcos's presidency.

Instructions:

Presentation Preparation: Prepare your presentation on your assigned chapters from Jessica Hagedorn's Dogeaters, incorporating both literary analysis and historical insights. Follow the guidelines provided in the infographic to ensure a comprehensive and well-structured presentation.

Duration: Aim for a presentation duration of approximately 10-15 minutes. This time frame allows for sufficient coverage of your topic while keeping the audience engaged. Be mindful of the time limit and make necessary adjustments to fit within the designated duration.

Make sure your presentation slides or visuals are clearly visible and easy to read.

Presentation Title and Description: Provide a title for your presentation that reflects the content and focus of your analysis. Additionally, include a brief description summarizing the key points or themes covered in your presentation. This information will help me as your audience understand the scope and focus of your work.

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Content: Demonstrate a deep understanding of the literary and historical aspects of the assigned chapters from Dogeaters. Clearly present your analysis, supporting it with relevant evidence and examples.

Organization and Clarity: Structure your presentation in a logical and coherent manner, ensuring a clear introduction, body, and conclusion. Use language that is concise, articulate, and easily understandable.

Visuals and Delivery: Utilize visuals, if applicable, to enhance the clarity and impact of your presentation. Maintain a confident and engaging delivery, using appropriate tone and body language.

Time Management: Stay within the designated time frame of 10-15 minutes for your presentation. Effectively manage your time to cover all essential aspects of your analysis without exceeding the time limit.

Question: Suggested topics: Select some questions from the list below that interests you and can be effectively examined from both a literary and historical standpoint.

How does the First Lady represent a neocolonial feminine masquerade and what is her relationship with the West?

How do the televised tears of the First Lady challenge the earlier discussion on prohibitions placed on the classical female body?

Why does the First Lady need to be careful in containing her tears and what is the danger associated with bodily fluids?

How does the extreme close-up of the First Lady's anguished face affect Senator Avila and what is the function of the close-up in this context?

What is the significance of comparing Isabel Alacran to a domestic animal like a horse, and what does it imply in terms of patriarchal ideology and potential monstrosity?

How does Lolita Luna's life reflect the predicament of women in colonial and postcolonial societies?

What forms of patriarchal power does Lolita Luna's body symbolize and how is she objectified and controlled?

How does the ironic title of the chapter, "Movie Star," contrast with the reality of Lolita Luna's defilement?

What association is suggested between the colonized other, nation, and woman in terms of the exoticizing gaze and colonial rule?

How is the theme of migration central to Lolita Luna's story, and what does her desire to leave the country signify?

Who is Severo Alacran and what is his role within the Filipino elite?

What are some of the businesses and entities that Severo Alacran owns or has controlling interests in?

How do media and social elements controlled by Severo Alacran contribute to the discourse and consumption patterns in the Dogeaters universe?

What does the social mingling at the Monte Vista Country Club reveal about the connections between businessmen, politicians, and the military in the novel?

How does Isabel, as Severo's trophy wife, contribute to his ability to maintain his elite social status?

How does global capital rely on female labor in neocolonial nations like the Philippines?

In what way does the femininity produced in neocolonial nations differ from a traditional domestic femininity?

Who is Zenaida and what does she symbolize in relation to illicitness and disavowed labor?

How does Hagedorn's portrayal of illicit native female labor challenge the notion of neocolonialism as fraternity?

What alternative to neocolonial modernity does the novel's conclusion suggest, according to Hagedorn?