Purple Hibiscus

Lesson 11
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ELA

Unit 9

9th Grade

Lesson 11 of 32

Objective


Analyze the interactions between Mama and Aunty Ifeoma in order to make inferences about each of these major characters.

Readings and Materials


  • Book: Purple Hibiscus by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie  pp. 71 – 76

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Target Task


Multiple Choice

In paragraph 3 of page 71, what does the description of the hug suggest about Aunty Ifeoma?

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Writing Prompt

What do we learn about Mama when she is contrasted with Aunty Ifeoma? Use evidence from the text to support your answer.

Key Questions


  • In what ways are Mama and Aunty Ifeoma similar? Use evidence (consider physical descriptions, personalities, reactions of others to the characters, etc.).
  • Different? Use evidence.

Notes


For homework students should read pages 77-80 and identify similarities and differences between Kambili and Amaka.

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Analyze the motivations that drive the actions of the major characters in the novel.

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