Tuesday, March 5, Lamb to the Slaughter

Objective; By the end of class, students will be read short fiction and identify literary devices as well as theme.

DO NOW

"It's the old story. get the weapon and you've got the man." What does this mean? Do you agree? Do criminals get away with murder if the murder weapon is not found?

Direct Instruction

Lamb to the Slaughter - connotations? page 316

Read 317-320.

Guided

CRQ"S

1. How do you know something is disturbing Patrick? page 318
2. What is Mary's relationship like with her husband? Describe her personality. page 318
3. What does Patrick do for a living? 
4. Why is Mary suddenly frightened? page 319
5. How do you know Patrick is nervous? page 319
6. What do you think Patrick tld Mary? 
7. What is Patrick primarily concerned about whn he delivers the news?
8. How does this news make Mary feel? 
9. Do you think Mary reacted when hitting Patrick, or was it planned?   Consider her peronality when answering.
10. Do you think she meant to hit him THAT hard? Try to look at it from Mary's perspective and personality and explain. 
10. What is an important fact about Mary that may determine much of what happens next?

Independent

IRONY worksheet - finish for H if not done in class.

Exit Pass

What do you think happens next?