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Aim:   How does the author use the backdrop of Haiti in order to show how ones environment can influence a characters behavior?. Do Now “ You learned to run from what you feel, and that's why you have nightmares. To deny is to invite madness. To accept is to control.”

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  1. Aim:  How does the author use the backdrop of Haiti in order to show how ones environment can influence a characters behavior? Do Now “You learned to run from what you feel, and that's why you have nightmares. To deny is to invite madness. To accept is to control.” What does this quote mean?  How does this quote relate to Sophie's mother?  Explain. Do you agree with this quote?  Why? ― Megan Chance, The Spiritualist

  2. Aim: How does the author’s use the theme of self image in order to explore Sophie’s reason for running away? • Do Now • “A strong, positive self-image is the best possible preparation for success.” by Joyce Brothers • Interpret the quote • Do you agree with this quote? Explain

  3. Aim:  How does visiting Haiti demonstrate the theme of change for the major characters? Learning objective:  You will understand the theme of change as it relates to Sophie and the other major characters. Learning outcome:  You will be able to write and identify Sophie's personal changes by citing evidence. Academic language:  emotional, evolve Do now:  Interpret the following quote “I want to grow. I want to be better. You Grow. We all grow. We're made to grow. You either evolve or you disappear.” ― Tupac Shakur

  4. Aim:  How does the theme of personal growth reflect Tante Atie and Sophie? Academic vocabulary:  alter Do now: Interpret the following quote “There is nothing like returning to a place that remains unchanged to find the ways in which you yourself have altered.” by Nelson Mandela

  5. Aim:  How does the author demonstrate the theme of womanhood and family in Breath, Eyes, Memory? Do now:  Interpret the following quote “If you want something said, ask a man. If you want something done, ask a woman.” ― Margaret Thatcher Do you agree or disagree with this quote?  Explain your response

  6. Breath, Eyes, Memory: Chapters 20 and 21 Name_______________________________________ Do Now: Answer the following in full sentences • Chapter 20 • Tante Atie receives a cassette from Martine. What did Martine say on the cassette? Give details • What does Atie tell Sophie she should consider? Why? Chapter 21 • Why does Tante Atie feel depressed? • Why does Louise arrive at the house in tears? What is she afraid of? • Grandmè Ifé orders Sophie to keep Brigitte behind the threshold of the house? Why? • What is the difference between ordinary criminals and the Ton Ton Macoutes? Explain • What can one conclude about Martine’s rapist? • What happened to Martine after she was raped? Explain • Why does Atie wish for death upon? • What does Grandme Ife want Martine and Sophie to do? Why? • What does Atie continue to do as Grandme Ife records a message for Martine?

  7. Breath, Eyes, Memory: Chapters 20 and 21 Name_______________________________________ Do Now: Answer the following in full sentences • Chapter 20 • Tante Atie receives a cassette from Martine. What did Martine say on the cassette? Give details • What does Atie tell Sophie she should consider? Why? Chapter 21 • Why does Tante Atie feel depressed? • Why does Louise arrive at the house in tears? What is she afraid of? • Grandmè Ifé orders Sophie to keep Brigitte behind the threshold of the house? Why? • What is the difference between ordinary criminals and the Ton Ton Macoutes? Explain • What can one conclude about Martine’s rapist? • What happened to Martine after she was raped? Explain • Why does Atie wish for death upon? • What does Grandme Ife want Martine and Sophie to do? Why? • What does Atie continue to do as Grandme Ife records a message for Martine?

  8. Where does Grandmè if go the next morning?  Explain What is the significance of the midwife and the lantern?  What can you infer about this kind of practice?  Explain Atie didn't come home that night. When she returned with Louise,  Louise was quiet.  Why? What does Atie put on the lump on her leg? TanteAtie tells Sophie that their last name Caco also means something else.  What else does it mean? What does doubling mean? What does Sophie tell Grandmè fire about being tested?  How does fine react? "You must know that everything a mother does, she does for her child's own good. You cannot always carry the pain. You must liberate yourself….My heart, it weeps like a river for the pain we have caused you." Assessment: Chapter 22 In Groups, Answer the following questions by citing the text

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