Symbolism, Setting, and Objects from The Glory Field

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

Sierra Leone - This is a country on the western coast of Africa.

Harlem, New York - This is a predominantly African American neighborhood located in the borough of Manhattan.

Chicago - This is the largest city in the state of Illinois.

Sitar - This is a stringed instrument used primarily in Southeast Asian and Middle Eastern music.

The Apollo Theater - This is a famous performance hall that is most often associated with African American performers.

Princeton University - A prestigious private school located in New Jersey.

Oberlin College - This is...
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