All my sons act 2

​LEARNING OUTCOMES

• ​Examine how their interactions establish family dynamics and underlying tensions.

• Identify and evaluate the turning point in the play

• Explore its impact on plot and character development.

• Discuss how this moment shifts the narrative and characters' paths.

• Assess Chris and Joe Keller’s responses to key events

​Watch Act II from 1:18:15 to 1:35:00 (Kate's entry till the end of Act 2)
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Word Cloud

What do we learn about Kate as a character - Her internal conflict/emotional Journey?

(Answer in 1-2 words only)

Open Ended

What do you see in this image?

How does this relate to “grief”?

(Answer in 3-4 sentences)

We may look as if we carry on with our lives as before. We may even have times of joy and happiness. Everything may seem “normal”.  But THIS, “Emptiness” is how we all feel... all the time."

God Bless those who have lost a child.

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The artwork is called Melancholy

by Albert György in Geneva, Switzerland.

5 stages of Grief

“ITS OK TO NOT BE OK”

Draw

Share your personal interpretation of grief through visual expression. Create a drawing that represents your perception of how grief might manifest, considering emotions, symbols, or scenes that encapsulate this complex experience. Reflect on how your understanding of grief aligns with or diverges from the portrayal of Kate Keller's grief.

​Let’s continue watching till the end of the Act 2 (1:35:00 to 1:40:00)

​Now share your reflections about this act in the next few slides.

Open Ended

Explore why Joe's claim that he did everything for Chris seems to upset Chris even more. How does Chris's response show his view of the world? Do you think experiencing war is necessary to develop such a perspective? Discuss your views.

Open Ended

Discuss whether Joe's reasoning for his business decisions makes sense. Do you think he represents the views of all businessmen? Share your reasons.

Open Ended

In Chris's cutting remark to Joe, "You're not even an animal, no animal kills his own, what are you?" how does this moment prompt reflection on the depth of the characters' moral choices and the complex dynamics within the play? Do you believe Chris's harshness is justified, considering the ethical dimensions of the characters' actions, or does it reveal a deeper layer of internal conflict and moral struggle within the narrative?

Word Cloud

Which theme according to you prevails in this part of Act 2?

(You can have more than one theme identified)

Word Cloud

How do you perceive Joe Keller now?

(Answer in a word or two)

Poll

After Act 2 of 'All My Sons,' which character's moral dilemma resonates with you the most?

• Joe

• Kate

• Chris

• Anne

• George

Word Cloud

What emotions do you associate with the characters' conflicts in Act 2 of 'All My Sons'? Type a word that captures the essence of the unfolding drama