The Martian Chronicles | 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

Earth - This is the planet from which the settlers/invaders of Mars originated.

Mars - This is the planet that was once a hot, yet thriving planet, with native plants, animals, seas, and landscape.

House of Usher - This was designed based on the work of Edgar Allen Poe.

Telepathy - This is the primary means of communication among Martians.

Rocket - These are the primary means of travel between the Earth and Mars.

Green Valley - This is located on Mars and is the landing site of the first expedition.

Tyrr -...
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