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Lesson 1 (from Book 1: Chapter 1 - 9 )
Objective
The objective of this lesson is to have students critically examine the theme of personal identity found in Book 1: Chapter 2. Students will explore the internal conflicts faced by the protagonist, David, in considering a potential move away from his family home.
Lesson
Class Discussion: How does David feel about inheriting his family home, and what is the significance of this inheritance in his life? What emotions does David experience when he learns about the marriage proposal, and why does he feel this way? What conflict does David face when contemplating the idea of moving away from his family home, and how does it relate to his sense of identity?
Small Group Activity: Divide the students into small groups. Assign each group the task of analyzing the role of the setting, particularly Washington Square, in shaping the protagonist David's sense of self. Instruct the groups to identify...
Aligned to the following Common Core Standards:
- ELA-Reading: Literature RL.9-10.4, 9-10.10, 11-12.3, 11-12.4, 11-12.10
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