The Final Straw

Today we presented images of Things Fall Apart. Then, we worked in groups to create multi-flow maps showing causes and effects of persecution/colonialism events. Groups also worked to write Works Cited citations for each of the sources that people brought in. I also completed an in-class notebook check (30 points).

If you were absent, please show me your 2 sources and your notebook tomorrow.

Homework: Finish the novel.

Citation Information for Angelica:

Web Page
Author’s last name, first name. “Title of Web Article.” Title of Web Site. Date of publication or
last update to site. Date you accessed it.

Database
Author’s last name, first name. “Title of the Article.” Title of Publication. Date of publication:
page numbers. Title of Database. Edina High School, Edina, MN. Date you accessed the
article.

FYI-
Things Fall Apart Theme Statements Presented during Image Activity:

A culture will change when a new one interferes.

Following superstitions can result in either success or tragedy.

Leaders do not need to rule with an iron fist in order to be successful.

A strong male leader is necessary for a culture’s survival.

Being hospitable will gain you many allies and bring you prosperity.

Colonization has many undesirable effects on both the colonizing and colonized countries.

Cultural traditions can silence personal aspirations.

Even involuntary actions come with serious consequences.

Hard work almost always equals power and prestige.

In some societies men are the leaders and the strongest members.

Tradition is highly respected and followed within a community or culture.

There is an absolute punishment for everything in society.

Culture influences the way people think.

Elders and men dominate Igbo culture.

To become greatly respected, hard work is in order.

Hard work and dedication make a person rise above everyone else.