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Lesson 1 (from Chapters 1-3 - Start in Life to Wrecked on a Desert Island)
Objective
The objective of this lesson is to discuss Crusoe's desire to go to sea in spite of warnings and misfortune that befalls him and what the author conveys to readers regarding fate and destiny through Crusoe's behavior. Although Crusoe is told after a disastrous voyage at sea that he should stay on land, he does not listen. Even though Crusoe often knows in advance that the actions he plans on taking are ill-advised, he goes ahead with his plans anyway.
Lesson
Class Discussion: What does Crusoe's father discuss with him in Chapter 1? What does he tell Crusoe not to do? What does Crusoe's father tell him about fate and happiness? What does Crusoe's father predict will happen if Crusoe takes the foolish step? How is this a reference to destiny? What does Crusoe say about his misfortunes as he makes his first voyage? Why does Crusoe...
Aligned to the following Common Core Standards:
- ELA-Writing W.9-10.3(e), 9-10.7, 11-12.3(e), 11-12.7
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