Burger's Daughter | 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 Burger House - Located in Johannesburg, South Africa where lively cookouts in the backyard were hosted and people could swim in a pool. Many people come around the house and even stay there for prolonged periods of time.

The Cottage - In a section of Johannesburg, it is on an estate that is condemned for destruction for a highway.

The Nel's Farm and Hotel - This is a place where Rosa stays for several weeks when both of her parents are put in jail.

The Yacht of Conrad's Friend - This...
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