“Memory... is the diary that we all carry about with us.”

~Oscar Wilde  

25 Sep. 2012

Bellwork 9/25/12

Pick a quote about Martha from “Love”. Write it down (cite the pg. number).

What can we infer about Martha from this quote?

“TTTC” Discussion

What they carried—figurative “Grief, terror, love, longing… shameful memories”

pg. 20 Carried soldier’s greatest fear…the fear of blushing”

pg. 20 Escapism—what did they do to literally escape

the war? More of Jimmy and Martha:

What is the significance of Jimmy burning Martha’s letters?

Add to the character chart: Collective “They”

“Love”—Discussion

Who is the new character we meet? What details do we learn about Martha?

What can we infer from this? (point to the text) Do you think Jimmy has any newfound insights into

Martha? What are they? (point to the text) At the end of “Spin” Jimmy says, “…do me a favor.

Don’t mention anything about—.”I What do you think this is? Do you think O’Brien honored this request?

Style Point of view—what is its effect? Did you notice any literary devices being used?

Homework

Read “Spin” and be ready to discuss tomorrow.

Answer questions on green or white half sheet of paper (due Thursday).

Character chart is due Thursday Work on Senior Proposal—due Thursday

No name; just student ID.