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The Man in the Well
This week in class, we’re reading “The Man in the Well” by Ira Sher. Ira Sher is a contemporary author who writes short fiction. In this story, a man in a vulnerable position asks a group of children for help. As we read, we will be discussing the themes of Morality and Power & Greed as they relate to…
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The Dangers of Tradition
This week in class, we’re reading “The Dangers of Tradition” by Bakari Bosa. In “The Dangers of Tradition,” Bakari Bosa discusses how traditions work in society and the potential dangers involved. As we read, we will be discussing the themes of Community, Morality, and Social Pressure as they relate to the text. We are trying to answer these big…