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Lesson 1 (from Section 1: pages 3-24)

Objective

Section 1: pages 3-24

The setting of the story is an island in Japan in the mid-20th century. The objective of this lesson is to explore the local color of Japan and its impact on the story.

Lesson

1) Class Discussion: 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 book. How is regionalism exhibited in language? Interpersonal dynamics? Clothing? What other elements can the students define that make this story one from Japan during this particular time period?

2) Group Work: Divide the class into small groups and have them discuss the author's authenticity with the book. Could this story take place anywhere else but Japan in the mid-20th century? Why or why not? What is it about the elements of this story that slots in into this particular...

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