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September 10, 2012Reminders:
Read chapters 5 and 6 for Wednesday.
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Students will understand the basic history and culture of Afghanistan and analyze the friendship between Amir and Hassan in The Kite Runner by:◦ Writing a journal entry◦ Taking notes on basic background information on
Afghanistan◦ Creating a timeline of Afghanistan history with
events from the lecture and the novel.◦ Discussing chapters 1-4 in small groups◦ Exit ticket
Objective: Sept. 10
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Friendship plays a large role in most of our lives. Write about your strongest friendships and what characteristics you value in your friendships.
Journal entry
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Write down four important characters from The Kite Runner and how they are related.
2 minutes
Quick quiz
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Set it up as Cornell Notes
1/3: Questions/Main Ideas 2/3: Notes Bottom: Summary
On one side of the paper…
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Where is Afghanistan?
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Here it is!
Afghanistan
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Persian Empire (about 500 b.c.)
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Alexander the Great’s Empire (Greek culture) 330-322 BC
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The Mongolian Empire 1219—1221
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Spread of the Muslim religion (622-1890’s)
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Based on these maps, what can you say about Afghanistan’s culture?
In your notes…
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Pastimes: Kite Flying, Picnics, Music Language spoken: Farsi, Arabic, Urdu, Hindi
and others Over 17 different ethnic groups in the
country◦ Pashtun, Hazaras
People are mostly Muslim, with some Christian and Buddhist◦ Sunni Muslim◦ Shi’a Muslim
Afghan Culture:
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1700’s: Afghanistan is a modern independent country
1880’s-1920’s: British attempt three unsuccessful invasions of Afghanistan
1920’s-1970’s: Country is ruled by a series of successful kings who modernize the country (build roads, establish women’s rights, reform education)
A little modern history…
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Put a line down the middle with the dates 1960-2001
On the top write: Afghanistan and World Events
Below the line, write The Kite Runner
On the other side of your paper, create a timeline from 1960-2001
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1973: Daoud Khan overthrows the King and begins a communist government
1979: the communist Soviet Union invades Afghanistan
1984-1992: Afghan guerrillas known as the Mujahidin fight a long war against the Soviet Union
1994: The Taliban seizes control of Afghanistan
Tomorrow we will look at an article focusing on these events in more detail.
A little more modern history…
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Very strict view of the Muslim religion Women’s rights very limited Used forceful punishment against any
lawbreakers (beheading, public stoning, etc.)
Many national pastimes outlawed (music, celebrations, film, etc.)
A little bit about the Taliban…
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The Blue Mosque
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Buddhas of Bamiyan
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Today, After the Taliban
In your notes: What does this action say bout the Taliban’s view of non-Muslims?
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Famous National Geographic Photo (1980)
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No education Lives in a small village Very poor
In your notes: What impact did the Taliban have on women?
Same woman, in 2002…
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Students will understand the historical connections between the novel and historical events analyze the friendship between Amir and Hassan in The Kite Runner by:◦ Creating a timeline with historical events and events
from the novel.◦ Discussing chapters 1-4 in small groups◦ Large group discussion of chapters 1-4◦ Exit ticket◦ Homework: Read though chapter 6 for tomorrow. If
your project is on the front table and you want it, please take it with you today.
Objective
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What is redemption? Is there anything a person can not redeem themselves from?
Initial thoughts
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Redemption Discussion
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Take your comments about the cultural presentations, timeline and The Kite Runner book to your group. (You can take all your stuff, if that is easier.)
Introduce yourselves, and share your comments or questions about the cultural presentations with your group members.
In your groups…
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1. Kawther, Leah, Yuneisi, Zach, Luis 2. John, Dawit, Jennifer, Cooper, EhSo, Joe 3. Sarah, Achaya, Dorsin, Isabella, Sandra 4. Batoul, Grant, Dahlia, Blake, Sasha, Justin 5. Maribi, Brianna, Elena, Prakash, Sam 6. Hugh, Froilan, Maron, Alexia
Period 5 Groups
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Add to your timeline◦ Historical events that happen in The Kite Runner◦ Plot events that have dates and when they
happen in The Kite Runner
Timeline on The Kite Runner
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Why are Hassan and Ali treated poorly? Describe the relationship between Hassan and Amir. What experiences have shaped Amir’s life up to this
point? What experiences have shaped Hassan’s life? Are Amir and Hassan friends? Do you agree or disagree with Baba’s statement
about sin? “There is only one sin, only one. And that is theft. Every other sin is a variation of theft,” (17). Why?
Is Baba a good father?
Discussion of Chapters 1-4
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1. Hawa, Jennifer, Mahamud, Genesis, Joseph T.
2. Heven, Siham, Chansae, Joseph M., Kufto, Shawnie
3. Jesus, Giovanni, Deremiah, Dilfuza, Marcus, Miguel
4. Hannah, Carolina, Arta, Max, Nijah, Antonio 5. Lauren, Jocelyn, Majuma, Phouc, Alejandra,
Tyler 6. RJ, Dennise, Sarah, Fernando, Juan, Saje
Chapter 7: Groups
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Are Amir and Hassan friends?
Is Baba a good father?
Exit Ticket—Choose one and support it with evidence from the text
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Read through chapter 6 (chapters 5 and 6 for Wednesday)
Be prepared for a Socratic Seminar on the following questions:
Are Amir and Hassan friends? Is Baba a good father?
For tomorrow:
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Through writing and discussion, students will analyze the characters of Amir and Baba in The Kite Runner by writing an analytical piece and having a Socratic Seminar.
Agenda: Analytical essay Socratic Seminar Important quotations--culture Exit Ticket Homework: Read through chapter 8 for
Friday
Objective
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Analyze one of the following questions:
◦ Are Amir and Hassan friends? ◦ Is Baba a good father?
You may use your book, and make sure you have a clear argument and support.
Literary Analysis: 30 minutes
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Discussion, Socrates, Sharing ideas, expressing opinions,
supporting what you say (quotes, evidence from the text)
Respectfully disagree with explanations Why you agree, if you do.
Socratic Seminar: Period 5
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Discussion, sharing opinions, not yelling, calm,
Give your opinion and back it up with evidence (quotes, specific examples)
Know what is going on
Socratic Seminar: Period 7
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1. Speak so that all can hear you. 2. Listen closely. 3. Speak without raising hands. 4. Refer to the text. 5. Talk to each other, not just to the leader. 6. Ask for clarification. Don’t stay confused. 7. Invite and allow others to speak. 8. Consider all viewpoints and ideas. 9. Know that you are responsible for the quality of the seminar.
Socratic Seminar: Norms
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10: Participate thoughtfully in discussion and use supporting evidence to back your arguments.
8: Participate thoughtfully in discussion, but don’t use supporting evidence.
7: Actively listen, but don’t speak in the discussion.
5: Here, but distracted or “checked out”.
Grading-Socratic Seminar
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Sociopath Antisocial personality disorder is
characterized by a lack of regard for the moral or legal standards in the local culture. There is a marked inability to get along with others or abide by societal rules. Individuals with this disorder are sometimes called psychopaths or sociopaths.
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Diagnostic Criteria-Antisocial Personality Disorder Diagnostic Criteria - Mental Health made easy. 1. Since the age of fifteen there has been a disregard for
and violation of the right's of others, those right's considered normal by the local culture, as indicated by at least three of the following:
A. Repeated acts that could lead to arrest. B. Conning for pleasure or profit, repeated lying, or the
use of aliases. C. Failure to plan ahead or being impulsive. D. Repeated assaults on others. E. Reckless when it comes to their or others safety. F. Poor work behavior or failure to honor financial
obligations. G. Rationalizing the pain they inflict on others.
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Did your thoughts on either of these questions change? What new thoughts do you have?
Based on the Socratic Seminar…Exit Ticket
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Find three important quotes from chapters 1-6 that illuminate elements of culture in the novel so far.
Generate three discussion questions from your group.
In your groups from yesterday…
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Discuss elements of culture found so far. What other questions do you have?
Group Discussion
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Through writing and discussion, students will analyze and evaluate Amir’s actions through a close reading of the literary devices and analysis of chapter 7. ◦ Written analysis questions◦ Discussion of written analysis questions◦ Philosophical chairs◦ Exit ticket◦ Homework: Read through chapter 10 for Monday
Objective: Sept. 13
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1. What is the significance of the memories Amir recalls as he witnesses Hassan’s rape? What do they suggest about his feelings or thoughts?
2. What is the significance of the dream Amir recalls as he witnesses the rape? What does it suggest about his feelings or thoughts?
3. How does the sheep serve as a symbol in the chapter? Why does Amir recall the sheep’s slaughter during the rape?
4. What is the significance of all the gifts Amir receives for his birthday?
Write your responses to these questions-you may use your book
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Discuss in small groups
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Are you listening or are you waiting to talk?
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Philosophical Chairs is a strategy for exploring a controversial topic through student discussion. It is not a debate, but rather an opportunity for students to defend, deepen, and fine-tune their ideas through discussion.
Philosophical Chairs Protocol
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10: Participate thoughtfully in discussion and use supporting evidence to back your arguments.
8: Participate thoughtfully in discussion, but don’t use supporting evidence.
7: Actively listen, but don’t speak in the discussion.
5: Here, but distracted or “checked out”.
Grading-Socratic Seminar
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1. Amir fears Assef’s violence will be turned against himself if he intervenes.
2. Amir thinks that as a servant and a Hazara, Hassan is less worthy than himself.
3. Amir wants the kite to please Baba and win his affection. If he intervenes, Assef will take the kite.
Philosophical Chairs
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Three rules guide the discussion 1. One person speaks at a time 2. Everyone must have a turn before
someone speaks twice. 3. You must repeat what the person on the
opposing side said before you share your opinion.
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What are your feelings toward Amir as a character?
Exit Ticket