Borders Thomas King
Task:Read the short story provided and answer thefollowing questions. For question 5, you must follow a specific format, use the link provided to write the paragraph using the ACE-IT strategy. For more information use the file provided titled Paragraph Writing.
1. Thomas King includes a number of flashbacks in the story. Define flashback, cite an example from the story, and then explain the purpose of the flashback you chose.
2. Think about the three main characters: the mother, the boy (narrator), and Laetitia. List one major character trait for each one and provide evidence from the story (a quotation) and an explanation of why you chose the quotation. You can use this list of character traits to help you.
3. Discuss the conflict in the story. Identify the type of conflict. Why does it arise? How is it resolved? Is the resolution realistic? Do you agree or disagree with the resolution of the conflict?
4. In a clear and coherent paragraph of 200-300 words, discuss the statement Mel makes that “she (the mother) is an inspiration to us all.” In refusing to identify herself as Canadian, do you think the mother is making a political statement or intending to become a “cause”? Or is she following her heart? Do you agree that she is “an inspiration to us all”? Make reference to the text in your paragraph. Use the ACE-IT paragraph writing strategy.
Link to ACE-IT paragraph strategy: https://www.teachwriting.org/blog/2018/4/30/qtczd76hbqpoy2x0rs7qg9j2fcf28c
Assessment: Below you will find the exemplary criteria used to assess the assignment.
Learning Target: Exemplary (6/6): Exemplary comprehension of the task and clear accomplishment of the objective. The student demonstrates exemplary active reading skills to survey, question, read, recite, record, review, and respond to questions on a selection of prose. All activities are complete and correctly answered. Ideas generated are respectful, thoughtful, and unique.
Written Expression: Exemplary (6/6): Sentence structure and vocabulary is varied, skillfully written, and carefully chosen. Work has been proofread and there are few or no errors in spelling, capitalization, punctuation, and grammar. Content contributes to the central idea and makes insightful connections with the logical organization.
