Write an essay in which you argue whether or not “Rocky Raccoon” (lyrics copied below) can be classified as a traditional ballad (please make sure
you consider both structure and content in making your argument). Keep in mind -- both folk and literary ballads have a common, traditional ballad
structure, so I'm not asking you to identify whether this is a folk ballad or literary ballad. Support your view with evidence from the text and your
knowledge about traditional ballad structure.
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