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Planning a Sequel

Imagine that Rooney is planning to write a sequel to Normal People. Write a short reflection discussing your predictions of what might happen in the sequel.

Create a Timeline

Create a large timeline of the events covered within the lives of Connell and Marianne in the novel Normal People. Include visual images that correspond to different events within the timeline.

Create a Character Map

Create a visual representation - something like a family tree - on which you depict the relationships, both past and present, among all of the different characters in the novel Normal People.

Connect a Piece of Art

Find a painting or photograph that demonstrates a theme or tone from the text of Normal People. Share it with the class and explain the connections you see.

Create a Comic Scene Image

Use a medium of your choice to create a visual representation...

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