WORLD LITERATURE

Spring 2017

Part 1: We are going to go over the elements of fiction and create a just-for-fun story where we try to use all the elements. 10 points

Part 2: We are going to read a short story from the continent of Africa where we then write a short informal response where we analyze how the author used the elements of fiction and what the overall purpose/theme was for this. (See Elements of Fiction Packet as a reference.)

***Also: Google the author and using the intro in the book, analyze how the author’s life could’ve influenced choices in the story.

–AND—Think of “Danger of a Single Story:” Is this short story expanding our understanding of point of view and perspective in Africa or

40 points

Options for Short Stories. Choose one:

1. “A Drink in the Passage,” Alan Paton, Page 2942. “Good Climate, Friendly Inhabitants,” Nadine Gordimer, Page 3163. “Marriage is a Private Affair,” Chinua Achebe, Page 3284. “The Rain Came,” Grace Ogot, Page 335

Part 3: Break into small groups—with people who read a different short story, and share the following:

1. Your thoughts on the plot, tone, character development, and overall theme. 2. If the story exposes or perpetuates colonialist values and why. 3. How the author’s life impacted the story and why.4. Another cool thing: A quote, a piece of irony, your opinion of the book, connections.

25 points

75 points total.