Analysis of Characters and Themes in 'Spunk'
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Analysis of Characters and Themes in 'Spunk'
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English
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11th Grade
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Easy
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Jonecia Spencer
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10 questions
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1.
OPEN ENDED QUESTION
5 mins • 3 pts
Describe the character of Spunk. How does his demeanor and actions influence the other characters in the story?
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CCSS.RL.11-12.3
CCSS.RL.6.3
CCSS.RL.7.3
CCSS.RL.8.3
CCSS.RL.9-10.3
2.
OPEN ENDED QUESTION
5 mins • 3 pts
Analyze the relationship between Spunk and Joe Kanty. How does Hurston characterize their rivalry, and what does it reveal about their personalities?
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CCSS.RL.11-12.9
CCSS.RL.6.3
CCSS.RL.7.3
CCSS.RL.8.3
CCSS.RL.9-10.3
3.
OPEN ENDED QUESTION
5 mins • 3 pts
Identify the central conflict in 'Spunk.' How does Hurston build tension throughout the story, and how is the conflict ultimately resolved?
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CCSS.RL.2.10
CCSS.RL.2.2
CCSS.RL.2.3
CCSS.RL.4.3
CCSS.RL.4.4
4.
OPEN ENDED QUESTION
5 mins • 3 pts
Discuss the theme of justice and revenge in the story. Do you think the resolution is justified, or are there other ways the conflict could have been resolved?
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CCSS.RI. 9-10.9
CCSS.RI.11-12.9
CCSS.RL.11-12.2
CCSS.RL.8.2
CCSS.RL.9-10.2
5.
OPEN ENDED QUESTION
5 mins • 3 pts
Explore the symbolism of Spunk's borrowed clothes. What do they represent, and how do they affect his perception of himself and others?
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CCSS.RL.11-12.3
CCSS.RL.6.3
CCSS.RL.7.3
CCSS.RL.8.3
CCSS.RL.9-10.3
6.
OPEN ENDED QUESTION
5 mins • 3 pts
Analyze the significance of the snake in the story. How does Hurston use the snake as a symbol, and what does it foreshadow?
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CCSS.RL.1.10
CCSS.RL.2.2
CCSS.RL.3.2
CCSS.RL.K.5
7.
OPEN ENDED QUESTION
5 mins • 3 pts
Discuss the theme of power dynamics, particularly in relation to masculinity, in 'Spunk.' How do Spunk and Joe assert their power over others, and what are the consequences?
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CCSS.RL.11-12.3
CCSS.RL.6.3
CCSS.RL.7.3
CCSS.RL.8.3
CCSS.RL.9-10.3
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