Being There | Teaching Setting, Symbolism and Objects

Object Descriptions

This section provides a short description of all the major objects in the book. This can be printed out as a study guide for students, used as a "key" for leading a class discussion, or you can jump to the quiz/homework section to find worksheets that incorporate these descriptions into a variety of question formats.

Objects

The Old Man's Residence - This place is very large and it is the opening setting for the book.

The Garden - This location is where the main character has always worked.

The Television - This object plays a huge part in Chance's life, no matter where he goes.

The Rands' Limousine - Chance's leg injury is caused by this object.

The Rand Residence - Chance ends up staying at this location for at least four days.

The Television Studio - This location is where Chance publicly discusses the speech the President made...
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