Coat of Arms: Writing Assignment 1

Chapters 2 and 3

Assignment Directions

In many cultures from medieval times in Europe to cultures in Asia and Africa, a coat of arms was created to display

unique markings relevant to either an individual or family. This display typically consisted of symbols that represented virtues relevant to that family or individual. For this writing assignment you are asked to create a coat of arms relevant

to you as a unique individual. Please note that there are two parts to this writing assignment: You are asked to visually

create a coat of arms on the shield provided in this assignment and then write a paper based on those symbolic

decisions.

1. In chapters 2 and 3, you have read about culture, gender and self-concept. Based on those principles, please consider the four parts of the shield that you believe represent you as a unique individual. You will not be graded on your

artistic ability. You will be graded on the completion of the shield. You can choose to draw or insert electronic

pictures.

a. In quadrant one of the shield, you are to draw (or electronically insert a picture) something that symbolically

represents a culture with which you identify.

b. In quadrant two of the shield, you are asked to draw (or electronically insert a picture) something that is

representative of the gender with which you identify.

c. In quadrant three, consider how reflected appraisals have shaped you. Select a specific reflected appraisal that represents you and draw (or electronically insert a picture) into that quadrant.

d. In quadrant four, consider how social comparisons have shaped you. Select a specific social comparison that

represents you and draw (or electronically insert a picture) into that quadrant.

For the purpose of this assignment, you may write about a Television or book character if you would rather not self-disclose. If you choose to write about a fictional character, please let your instructor know that in the

introduction to your paper.

Symbols Represented on Shield Quadrants 1-4 Unmet (0%) Needs Improvement (50-69%) Fair (70-79%) Good (80-89%) Excellent (90-100%)