GOW: It's all over

Free write:
Reactions! It's over. Thoughts? Insights? What did you take away from the novel?


Discussion

1. What do the boxcars provide besides shelter?

2. In hiding, what decision does Tom make? How does Ma feel about that? What conclusion does Ma reach about the family? And what keeps them from giving up?

3. Ma articulates a big difference between men and women (see p. 423). Firstly, put her ideas into your own words and, secondly, what are your thoughts on her observations?
4. p. 432: Opening paragraph -- lets collect some verbs & images
5. Lots of talk about anger. What must be done with anger in order to overcome fear?
6. Steinbeck said, "I've done my damndest to rip the reader's nerves to rages; I don't want him satisfied." Did he succeed in doing that to you? If so, how did he accomplish it? If not, why weren't you affected in that way?

GOW: 27 & 28

Free write: The Joads have been displaced many times. They lost their land, their home, and now they are slowly losing their family unit.  Selecting only ONE Joad, answer the following question: In what way has displacement specifically affected your selected character? You want to think literally and figuratively. And you'll surely want to use the text to support your ideas.

Goal — Outline
1. Thesis (concise, arguable, unique)
2. Evidence (2-3 pieces)
3. How does the evidence support your thesis?