Sixteenth Class: Setting Review

Journal Prompt: THMS 15, Darius and the Clouds

Does Dairus think the cloud is God or a symbol of God? Explain.

Or

Esperanza says, "Still, we take what we can get and make the best of it." What does Esperanza seem to "get in life? What do you think she is making of "it"?


Or

Is Esperanza an optimist, a pessimist or a realist? Explain.


Students worked with the other members of their row to determine the geographic location, historical period, time of day, weather, and cultural milieu for their assigned story. Students began sharing their findings with the rest of the class. The class will finish this discussion tomorrow.

Homework: Continue to prepare for the Point of View and Setting Test. Periods 5 & 6 will take the test on Thursday. Periods 1, 2, & 7 will take the test on Friday.

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