PTI - Chapter 02

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Wednesday, May 6, 2020 - Chapter 02

The Absolutely True Diary of a Part-Time Indian by Sherman Alexie

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In this lesson, you will:

Envision the setting and characters described by the author, Sherman Alexie.
Describe Junior’s perspective on poverty and how it affects life on the reservation.

Tip for Success: As you read and listen to the story, think about the setting and characters introduced by Sherman Alexie. Be ready to use the text to help you share your thoughts.

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Click on the title of the chapter above to read and listen to the chapter. You can adjust the speed of the audio at the top of the page. Then, answer the questions below.

Ask yourself, "What kind of a place is this?" Draw of use images that represent the sort of place the reservation is. Use words, images, or emojis to capture the feeling of being there.

What is one quote from the text that supports your drawing above?