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Movie Script

Write a movie script for an abridged version of the novel.

Music CD

Research the music of the 1920's - 1970s and create a CD which could be a background for the lives of Hettie, Hurry, Teresa, Rod, and Manfred.

City Study

Do some research about Johannesburg and South Africa mentioned in "Gold Mine". How does the country compare today to Smith's description?

Drawing

Draw a scene from "Gold Mine" and explain what it means to you.

Point of View

Rewrite a chapter from the point of view of another character that is silent in "Gold Mine".

Compare and Contrast

Compare and contrast your characters from the beginning of "Gold Mine" to the end and see how they have changed.

Sounds Only

Imagine if you were going to describe one chapter of "Gold Mine" only through sounds. Pick a chapter and describe all the events from...

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