Herland | 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 Red and Blue River - This is where the men first find evidence of an all-female civilization.

The Cliffs - This is what surrounds Herland on all sides.

The Biplane - This is what carries the men into Herland.

The Fortress - This is where the men are imprisoned for several months.

The Rope - This is what the men use to attempt escape.

Obernuts - This is one of Herland's dietary staples.

The Necklace - This is what one of the men attempts to use to lure a young Herlander toward...
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