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Throughout the study of "The Chrysanthemums," students with disabilities should have the option of using dictation software for writing assignments, text-to-speech software for reading assignments, or any other ADA-mandated technological accommodations.
In the Day One activity "Researching the Great Depression," students will use the internet to gain historical context.
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The Question and Answer section for The Chrysanthemums is a great resource to ask questions, find answers, and discuss the novel.
The stranger shows an interest in her chrysanthemums.
The stranger is "a big man" with dark, brooding eyes. Initially, Elisa is cautious and evasive, but the stranger's talk about her chrysanthemums manages to draw her.... and he draws her in by touching upon her passion for her flowers. As he...
"Her terrier fingers destroyed such pests before they could get started" (338)
Here, a metaphor is being used to compare Elisa's fingers to terriers. This creates a distinct, vivid image of how Elisa must garden, her...
