If all of the elements of this lesson plan are employed, students will develop the following powers, skills, and understanding:
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To identify and discuss the many possible themes of the text, and recognize differing interpretations of these themes.
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To identify the novel's symbols and consider differing interpretations thereof.
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To situate the novel within a historical context and connect it to contemporary events.
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To analyze the novel's characters and their roles in the narrative.