After reading to page 277, answer the following:
Who gives Zeitoun the break he's been waiting for?
Describe how his family decides to deal with the news. Give specific actions for two family members.
Research the prison system in the U.S. Record any interesting facts you encounter. Does there appear to be any ethnic inconsistencies in the ratio of prisoners to outsiders?
What are your miranda rights? Under what circumstances can they be revoked?
Monday, March 7, 2011
Tuesday, March 1, 2011
R.O.B # 7
What is your reaction to Chapter 19? Did the ending surprise you? How is this typical for The Bone?
In another paragraph, analyze the theme of "man's inhumanity to man"-a major theme in Huck Finn too- and explore how the novel portrays this. Give specific examples to strengthen your argument.
Don't read this last question until you have finished Chapter 19! In a paragraph or so, explain who you feel is ultimately responsible for IMan's death.
In another paragraph, analyze the theme of "man's inhumanity to man"-a major theme in Huck Finn too- and explore how the novel portrays this. Give specific examples to strengthen your argument.
Don't read this last question until you have finished Chapter 19! In a paragraph or so, explain who you feel is ultimately responsible for IMan's death.
Zeitoun #7
After having read to page 247, discuss your impressions of Zeitoun's imprisonment. Name and describe three or four of the conditions that make it nearly unbearable for him.
In another paragraph, discuss the importance of this story to you: the average American citizen. What is the significance of it all? Should we be worried? Or is it only middle eastern men that need to worry and if that's so, is that OK?
Lastly, write a letter to President Obama himself, urging him to fix FEMA. Why is it necessary? What needs to be done specifically? Why is this important to every American Citizen?
Feel free to use the internet to find facts and information to strengthen your argument.
If you finish early, search REX84 on google-it's scary!
In another paragraph, discuss the importance of this story to you: the average American citizen. What is the significance of it all? Should we be worried? Or is it only middle eastern men that need to worry and if that's so, is that OK?
Lastly, write a letter to President Obama himself, urging him to fix FEMA. Why is it necessary? What needs to be done specifically? Why is this important to every American Citizen?
Feel free to use the internet to find facts and information to strengthen your argument.
If you finish early, search REX84 on google-it's scary!
Tuesday, February 22, 2011
Rule of the Bone #6
After having read Chapter 17 to page 300:
Describe the Birthday Party. What's really missing? Is The Bone expecting too much or are the hosts just self-absorbed? What does it reveal about "Papa Doc"? What is your first impression of Evening Star?
Answer in at least two complete paragraphs.
Describe the Birthday Party. What's really missing? Is The Bone expecting too much or are the hosts just self-absorbed? What does it reveal about "Papa Doc"? What is your first impression of Evening Star?
Answer in at least two complete paragraphs.
Friday, February 18, 2011
Zeitoun #6
After having read to page 214:
Explain whether or not you think Zeitoun is being treated unfairly and support your argument with details and examples. How would you feel if you were him? Are there legitimate reasons for his treatment? If he is being treated unjustly, what clues does the novel give us as to why?
In another paragraph, explain why the author included the two quotes at the beginning of the book by McCarthy and Twain. Give specific examples to support your assertions.
Research two or three of the following groups and, in a sentence or two, explain what their role is in a disaster area and comment on their appropriateness in New Orleans:
Blackwater USA
Army National Guard
Department of Homeland Security
Instinctive Shooting International
Border Patrol Tactical Units
SWAT teams
Explain whether or not you think Zeitoun is being treated unfairly and support your argument with details and examples. How would you feel if you were him? Are there legitimate reasons for his treatment? If he is being treated unjustly, what clues does the novel give us as to why?
In another paragraph, explain why the author included the two quotes at the beginning of the book by McCarthy and Twain. Give specific examples to support your assertions.
Research two or three of the following groups and, in a sentence or two, explain what their role is in a disaster area and comment on their appropriateness in New Orleans:
Blackwater USA
Army National Guard
Department of Homeland Security
Instinctive Shooting International
Border Patrol Tactical Units
SWAT teams
Tuesday, February 8, 2011
Zeitoun #5
After having read to page 142, metaphorically analyze what the following events reveal about FEMA's emergency management strategies:
The helicopter dropping a case of water directly on top of Zeitoun's tent.
The official blatantly ignoring Zeitoun's request for assistance.
The media's depiction of what was going on in New Orleans.
The middle paragraph on page 136.
Find at least one other ominous hint as to FEMA's attitude.
Find and review at least one news story that depicts the survivors in a negative light.
Be sure to elaborate on each of the topics and provide your own interpretations.
The helicopter dropping a case of water directly on top of Zeitoun's tent.
The official blatantly ignoring Zeitoun's request for assistance.
The media's depiction of what was going on in New Orleans.
The middle paragraph on page 136.
Find at least one other ominous hint as to FEMA's attitude.
Find and review at least one news story that depicts the survivors in a negative light.
Be sure to elaborate on each of the topics and provide your own interpretations.
Thursday, February 3, 2011
R.O.B #5 "Coming of Age"
Read Chapter 11 "Red Rover"
Rule of The Bone is supposedly a "coming of age" novel. What does that mean? Identify 3 passages or quotes that are indicative of a coming of age and comment on how and why each is significant.
In another paragraph, identify two or three instances from your life that could be considered coming of age experiences. Describe how you felt at that moment. What change had taken place?
Note: Tomorrow we will have a sub as I will be in a meeting with the English Dept. We will be conducting our Book Club meetings so be sure to bring your novel and "Read and Role" beforehand!!
Rule of The Bone is supposedly a "coming of age" novel. What does that mean? Identify 3 passages or quotes that are indicative of a coming of age and comment on how and why each is significant.
In another paragraph, identify two or three instances from your life that could be considered coming of age experiences. Describe how you felt at that moment. What change had taken place?
Note: Tomorrow we will have a sub as I will be in a meeting with the English Dept. We will be conducting our Book Club meetings so be sure to bring your novel and "Read and Role" beforehand!!
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