1. First, read Akinari’s short story, “Bewitched.” (The link to the story is posted here on the blog.) Find an image that somehow corresponds to Akinari’s “Bewitched.” For example, this image may be a stereotype of femininity in contemporary popular culture or an image from Akinari’s culture and time period, etc. It may be a photo, other form of visual art, or even a clip from a music video or a film. Write at least 200 words explaining how you see the image you found as corresponding to “Bewitched.” Cite evidence from the text in your discussion. In order to receive credit, your response must be posted to the blog no later than 5pm on Monday, September 19th. Include your name and the story’s title in the title of your blog post.

2. Comment on 2 of your classmates’ posts by Friday, September 23rd at 5 pm.

3. Circle back, and check your own post for comments. Respond.