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Family Tree

Using the family tree from the beginning of the novel, develop a project examining the main characters in the McCullough family and their relationships to one another.

News Article

Look in your local newspaper or archives for an article that involves some aspect of the novel and bring it to class. You will present it in front of the class and explain how it relates to the novel.

Regional Cuisine

Conduct research on the types of foods eaten in the region where the novel is set. Create a dish from this region and bring it to class to eat and discuss.

Obituary

Several main characters in The Son die in the course of the novel. Write an obituary for one of these characters and discuss their memorable qualities.

Character Drawing

Draw your interpretation of a character from the novel. Artistic ability is not important, but your...

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