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Lesson 1 (from Pages 3-22)

Objective

Pages 3-22

The story is set primarily in Lake Plata, Florida. The objective of this lesson is to explore the local color of Florida and its impact on the story.

Lesson

Lead the class in a discussion about local color. Begin with a definition and ask the class to validate their understanding by offering examples from the novel. How is regionalism exhibited in language? Interpersonal dynamics? Clothing? What other elements can the students define that make this story one from Florida during this particular time period?

Divide the class into small groups and have them discuss the author's authenticity with the story. Could this story take place anywhere else but Florida in the late-20th century? Why or why not? What is it about the elements of this story that slots it in into this particular time period?

Lead a class discussion about local color in...

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