In chapter six, Mama hits on an important theme in this novel when she tells her daughter, “Baby, we have no choice of what color we’re born or who our parents are or whether we’re rich or poor. What we do have is some choice over what we make of our lives once we’re here.” Explain what Mama means by this, and how you’ve seen this lesson play out in your own life (or in the life of someone you know).
In chapter one of Roll of Thunder, Hear My Cry, Mrs. Logan (Mama) says that although children do have to learn “how things are,” as Miss Crocker said, “that doesn’t mean they have to accept them . . . and maybe we don’t either.” What does Mama mean by this? When in your life have you been called on to NOT accept the “way things are” (if you can’t think of a personal anecdote, think of an example you know from history)?
A little more than a century ago, many young men and women your age were getting married, having children, working full-time jobs, and even commanding naval ships (this actually happened in the 19th and early 20th centuries!). Do you think the expectations society has for young people today are too high, too low, or about right? Remember to explain your response with examples and explanations for why you think the way you do.
This unit we have talked a lot about round characters (that is, characters who are morally complex -- a mixture of good and bad). Choose a character from another story or a person from history whom we could also consider “round.” What makes that person complex? Be sure to give detailed examples to illustrate what you mean.
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Composition: 7th GradeGuidelinesThe whole purpose of this assignment - whether you're reacting to an idea, sharing your own story, or analyzing the reading - is to discuss the ultimate issues of life. With that in mind, make sure that you: Archives
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