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New Character

If you were to add a character to this story, who would it be? What would they look like? What is their job? What is their role in the story?

Writing like Gordimer

Try to write a one-page story in the tone, mood, and word choice of Gordimer.

Comparing Gordimer

Read another short story by Gordimer. How does it compare to “Once Upon a Time”?

Similar Reading

Come up with another short story to recommend to someone who enjoyed reading “Once Upon a Time.” What is similar about these stories in order to make you think someone would also like your recommendation?

Critic for a Day

Write and then post critiques of the story on an online website. Students should give the teacher a link to the review and print it out and bring it in for the class.

Poets

Write a poem using the form...

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