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Every story has messages for the reader. S.E. Hinton chooses Ponyboy Curtis as the narrator who tells a story she believed was important for people to hear. What do you think her messages for us, the readers, are? What comments is she making about growing up, friendship, family, loyalty, justice, honor, bravery, truth, adults, heroes, segregation, violence, stereotypes, identity, or our society as a whole? Choose a topic and comment about what you think this story's message is, and in a few sentences, explain your reasoning.
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Stereotypes are widely held but oversimplified images or ideas about a specific type of person. These beliefs are usually based on what someone looks like or the group he or she belongs to. Commonly held stereotypes about women or men, specific religions or ethnic backgrounds, or other generalizations often form our first impression of someone.
Consider a stereotype that has been applied to you, someone you know, or a character. What is that stereotype based on? Is it accurate? How do you/he/she/it fit or not fit that stereotype? Be thoughtful in your response, as these types of discussions can easily offend or upset someone! A single word can be a powerful thing. It can be the ripple in the pond that changes everything. It can be sharp and biting or rich and soft and slow.
For 2018, choose one word--a word to focus on, meditate on, and reflect upon as you go about your daily life. You can choose from the list below or come up with your own. Post your word here for all to see. Be sure to also respond to at least one other post. One little word can be a powerful thing. |
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