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Create a Dual Diorama

Create a dual diorama depicting the dramatic change in Tom Benecke's worldview over the course of the story.

Film the Story

The brevity of the events depicted within the story "Contents of the Dead Man's Pocket" provide the unique opportunity to prepare a script and to film the entire story. Be sure to include in your script stage directions in relation to elements such as camera angles, the intonation you want certain characters to use at certain times, and the specific way in which you want the final scene to play out so that it corresponds with the story's thematic messages.

Paper Doll Creation

Choose a character whose clothing and appearance the author describes in detail. Construct a paper doll of this character, using cardboard as your material. Then create an outfit for this character using paper and referring to the author's meticulous descriptions...

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