Lesson 1 (from Part 1: Chapters 1-5)
Objective
The objective of this lesson is to examine Harry's struggle with alcohol, and why he is considered to be an alcoholic. Harry has a problem with alcohol. He admits that he is an alcoholic.
Lesson
Class Discussion: When Harry wakes in Chapter 3, why does he root around on the floor for liquor bottles? How does he feel when he finds they are all empty? What happened at Jealousy the night before? Was Harry drunk when he punched Ringdal? How long does it seem that Harry has had trouble with alcohol? How desperate is he to get something to drink in Chapter 3? Why does he ask first Bjorn and then Katrine for money? What does Katrine say about Harry's actions at Jealousy? Is that type of behavior common when Harry drinks? Why is Harry considered to be an alcoholic?
Activity: Divide the students into small groups. Have...
Aligned to the following Common Core Standards:
- ELA-Reading: Literature RL.9-10.10, 11-12.3, 11-12.10
- ELA-Writing W.9-10.7, 11-12.7
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