1. Reread the first three paragraphs of Meditation II.

2. The third paragraph can be construed as Descartes having a conversation with himself. Imagine that there is a Descartes A and a Descartes B. Rewrite the third paragraph of Meditation II, (beginning "But how do I know..." on p. 30) as a conversation between Descartes A and Descartes B.
In order to make your conversation clearer you can, if you like, (i) delete words, (ii) add words, or (iii) paraphrase Descartes. Mark a deletion by using '...' in the place of deleted words or phrases. Mark an addition by placing square brackets, [,] around the added words or phrases. Mark a paraphrase by placing round brackets, (, ) around the words that are not exactly Descartes' words.

Extra directions: Complete this assignment on separate paper. Put your name on this sheet and staple this sheet to your answers. Remember to pledge your work!

Due: Tuesday, January 20, at the beginning of class.