Objective: SWBAT describe how Janie is using Tea Cake to rebel against Granny and Jody. SWBAT describe how Janie’s choices have caused her own downfall.
Do-Now: Do you believe Tea Cake is a good match for Janie? Do you feel she will truly be happy with him? Does Tea Cake really care about Janie or is he just after her money?
Today: 1) Class will begin to read, Chapter #12. Why does Pheoby warn Janie about Tea Cake?
2) Students will finish reading Chapter #12. What are Janie’s plans with Tea Cake?
3) Advice Column: Pretend Janie decided to write to a newspaper advice column asking whether or not she should marry Tea Cake. Compose two letters: One letter written by Janie to the column asking for advice. This letter should be written from Janie's point of view (using "I") and should include a description of Janie, a description of her past relationships, and a description of her current relationship with Tea Cake. You should also include her personal reasons why she wants to marry Tea Cake, along with her friends' opinions on why she shouldn't. The second letter should be written by the advice columnist to Janie in a response to Janie's letter and should offer her advice on whether or not to marry Tea Cake.
Exit Slip: What are your reactions to Janie’s plan with Tea Cake? Do you think she is making the right choice by following her heart, or will she only end up being hurt again? Explain.
Homework: Finish advice column letters.
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