each question needs to be 150-200 words

1)  

What is Literature?

Most  people believe that literature influences life-that in some perhaps  mysterious way it helps to shape character. Do an internet search on the  phrase "What is literature?"

Now, report on two different  definitions you find, and then argue for your own definition of  literature, giving reasons and examples to support your definition.

2) Favorite Genre? 

This  course is divided into 3 Units: Fiction, Poetry, and Drama. Of the  three genres we will examine this semester, (Fiction, Drama, and  Poetry), state your favorite genre and explain why.  please use fiction