Symbolism, Setting, and Objects from Our Kind: A Novel in Stories

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

Canoe's Swimming Pool - This location serves as a gathering place and lounging area.

His BMW - This vehicle is a new leased, metallic BMW, the latest model, sporty and forest green, with blackened windows and a leather interior. The wheels are monogrammed, and the license plate reads SOLD.

Old Route 32 - This is the rarely traveled road past Esther Curran's house.

The Club - This is the country club golf course and racquet sport courts and meeting area.

Safeway Parking Lot - The grocery location is used as gathering spot for...
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