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aCTIvITy 2.9
The end of the Journey
learNING STraTeGIeS:
Discussion Groups, Shared Reading, Close Reading, Note-taking, Drafting
Conflict with Society
Heroic Traits Revealed Through Conflict
Connection to Theme Subjects
my Notes
Learning Targets
• Analyze the transformational nature of conflicts and the hero’s boon as it relates to the archetype of the Hero’s Journey in the novel.
• Contrast the protagonist with another character.
• Determine and explain the novel’s theme in written responses, citing evidence from the text as support.
Novel Study
In this activity, you will reflect on how your protagonist has changed over the course of the novel.
1. Think about the protagonist’s Departure into the Hero’s Journey (Stage 1) and his Road of Trials. How has the character changed as a result of these trials or conflicts? Use the sentence frame below to explain the change, and be sure to provide evidence to support your interpretation.
In the beginning, the protagonist was _______________, but after _____________________, he becomes _______________.
2. What do you remember about the boon in Stage 2, the Initiation of the Hero’s Journey?
Step 6: The Ultimate Boon:
3. How do conflicts with society (including characters who believe in the society’s way of life) transform the character into a hero? As you read, take notes in the chart below.
INdepeNdeNT
readING lINk
Read and Connect
Find information on a person who is working to fight the challenge you are exploring. Does this person embody the concept of a “hero”? Why or why not? What has this person’s journey been? Write your response in your Reader/Writer Notebook.
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