Tiểu luận Văn học Mỹ

HUE UNIVERSITY
INFORMATICS AND OPEN INSTITUTE
Họ và tên: Nguyễn Thị Trang Linh
Mã sinh viên: 7052900615
Ngày sinh: 02/07/1999
AMERICAN LITERATURE 1&2
Part 1. Write a short professional bio data about your profession,
responsibilities, education, interests and current work (no more than 150
words).
My full name is Nguyen Thi Trang Linh. I am in my 20s. I graduated from
Academy of Finance in 2021 with a bachelor’s degree in Corporation Finance and
was recruited by the General Department of Customs. Currently, I am a civil
servant working at the Nghe An Customs Department. I work in the Customs
Operations Department that responsible for overseeing various key tasks including:
Customs inspection and surveillance of exported and imported goods, transit,
outbound and inbound transportation means; Organizing the implementation of
technical measures for risk management in customs operations; Ensuring
compliance with tax laws and other applicable regulations for exported and
imported goods; Utilizing information technology and customs statistics. Because
of the specific nature of work, I have a hobby of going camping with friends every
weekend to relax and re-energize for the next working week. That is what I would
like to share about myself.
Part 2. Choose one of these questions which are given in the task and answer it
in a 300 words essay “The Road Not Taken” by Robert Frost has a universal theme
for all the people in the world. Can you use your understanding about the theme to
prove that? Have you ever stood at a crossroads and hesitated to decide what road
to take in your real life? How?
"The Road Not Taken" by Robert Frost indeed explores a universal theme
that resonates with people worldwide. The poem's theme revolves around the idea
of choices, the uncertainty of decision-making, and the consequences that follow. It
speaks to the human experience of standing at a crossroads and reflecting on the

paths we take in life.
The poem presents a speaker faced with two diverging paths in a
metaphorical forest. The choice between the two paths symbolizes the choices we
encounter throughout our lives. The speaker expresses the dilemma of selecting the
right path, uncertain of what lies ahead and fearful of making the wrong choice.
This dilemma captures a universal experience shared by people from various
cultures and backgrounds.
The theme of "The Road Not Taken" extends beyond its literal interpretation.
It speaks to the deeper question of personal identity and individuality. The speaker


acknowledges that choosing one path over the other will shape their future and
define who they become. This theme resonates with individuals worldwide, as we
all confront decisions that shape our lives and mold our sense of self.
In my own life, I have experienced standing at a crossroads and hesitating to
make a decision. A notable example was when I had to choose between taking the
civil service exam and working for a foreign company. The decision presents a
conflict between future stability and preferences at the time.
I stood at the crossroads, contemplating the potential outcomes of each path.
The fear of failure and future commitments weighed heavily on me. In the end, I
chose the safer route at that time. However, up to now, that choice has brought me a
lot of new experiences. Or due to the specific nature of the job, unlike other office
jobs, this job has to contact many people, covers many fields and is high risk. That
ignited my desire to learn.
Reflecting on this experience, I find a parallel to the theme of "The Road Not
Taken." It reminds me that life is defined by the choices we make and the paths we
choose to embark upon. Although the decision can be difficult and the outcome
uncertain, no matter what choice we make, there is always a chance to discover our
authentic selves.
In conclusion, "The Road Not Taken" explores a universal theme that

resonates with people worldwide. It captures the essence of decision-making, the
uncertainty of choices, and the consequences that shape our lives. Personally, I
stood at a crossroads, hesitated and finally chose my own path.. Through this
experience, I have come to appreciate the universal relevance of the poem's theme
in the lives of people around the world.