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Short Story

Write a short story of the poverty in your own area.

Biography

Write Orwell's biography.

500 words

Summarize the novel in 500 words.

Choose a Character

Choose one of the characters in the novel and think about what that character wears and how they move and talk. Find some clothes that you think that character would wear and come into class talking and acting like him or her.

Plan Your Own Film

In groups of five plan out how you would make Down and Out in Paris and London into a film. What actors would you cast in each role? To whom would you want the film to appeal? How would you advertise the film? Be prepared to present your plan to the rest of the class.

Design a Front Cover

Design a front cover for the book, including a blurb.

Character Background

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