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Lesson 1 (from Chapters 1-2)
Objective
The objective of this lesson is to describe Afi's marriage, and what is communicated about marriage structures and family obligations. Afi enters into an arranged marriage. Even though Afi is hesitant about the arrangement, she feels obligated because of how the groom's mother has helped her and her mother.
Lesson
Class Discussion: When does Olivia tell Afi about the marriage proposal? What does Afi know about a Liberian woman that Eli is having a relationship with when she hears about the marriage proposal? What does Olivia tell Afi about the obligations they have to the Ganyos when Afi protests marrying Eli? How does Olivia think the marriage will be what is best for Afi? What does Olivia tell Afi when Afi wonders what will happen if she does not like Eli? What does Olivia mean when she says this is real life, not a telenovela? How...
Aligned to the following Common Core Standards:
- ELA-Writing W.9-10.2(e), 9-10.7, 11-12.2(e), 11-12.7
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