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Cultural Cuisine

The food in An American Marriage is highlighted in several scenes and often involves comfort food of the Deep South. Set aside a day in class for students to bring in dishes that are directly or indirectly referenced in the book.

Prison Statistics and Race

Much is made in the novel regarding racism and incarceration in America. Prepare a project examining race and the prison industrial complex in the United States.

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.

Folk Art

Celestial is a folk artist. Conduct research and prepare a project or presentation that examines what folk art is and what kinds of art that Celestial creates.

Settings

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