Boys Without
Names
By Kashmira Sheth
Name: _______________________________________
ELA Session:
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Literature Group Daily Responsibility Chart
Directions:
 Each group member is responsible for completing the assigned daily reading.
 Each student will annotate the novel based on the instructions provided on the annotated
bookmark.
 Each student must determine an appropriate “title” for the reading section.
 Each member will complete the 2 comprehension questions for the daily reading section.
Collaborative Mini Lessons:
 We will begin each day with a focused mini lesson on some key literary concept (i.e.
symbolism, use of context clues, characterization etc.)
 After each mini lesson, literature groups will collaborate together to apply that specific
lesson of the day to their novel study.
Boys Without Names
DAY 1
DAY 2
DAY 3
DAY 4
Pages 1-24
Pages 25-51
Pages 52-79
Pages 80-103
Annotate
Annotate
Annotate
Annotate
Summary “Title”
Summary “Title”
Summary “Title”
Summary “Title”
Comprehension ?s
Comprehension ?s
Comprehension ?s
Comprehension ?s
DAY 5
DAY 6
DAY 7
DAY 8
Pages 104-131
Pages 132-161
Pages 162-181
Pages 181-201
Annotate
Annotate
Annotate
Annotate
Summary “Title”
Summary “Title”
Summary “Title”
Summary “Title”
Comprehension ?s
Comprehension ?s
Comprehension ?s
Comprehension ?s
DAY 9
DAY 10
DAY 11
DAY 12
Pages 202-239
Pages 240-259
Pages 260-286
Pages 287-310
Annotate
Annotate
Annotate
Annotate
Summary “Title”
Summary “Title”
Summary “Title”
Summary “Title”
Comprehension ?s
Comprehension ?s
Comprehension ?s
Comprehension ?s
Character Chart for Boys without Names
Directions: As you read the book, fill out the character chart.
Name
Gopal
Aai
Baba
Sita
Naren
Jama
Jatin
Scar
Thick Fingers/
Gray Cloud/
Dimpled
Chin/
Night
Chatterer/
Rocking Boy/
Role in Story
Character Traits
Motives
Day 1: Chapter 1 – 3, pages 1-25
How would name the title?
After reading the above reading selection, complete the following:
Chapter
What would you name this reading
selection?
What evidence from the text did you find
to support your answer?
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Comprehension Questions for Boys without Names
Day 1: Chapter 1 – 3, pages 1-25
1. What first caused Gopal’s family to go into debt? What did Baba and
Ai do to try to repay their debt?
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2. How is indebtedness viewed in Gopal’s culture, and what does this
help you understand about Baba’s decision to take the family away
from the village?
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Day 1 - Mini Lesson on Context Clues
What is a context clue?
Context clues are hints in the sentence that help good readers figure out the meanings of
unfamiliar words. When we look at the “context” of a word, we look at how it is being used.
What are the 5 Types of Context Clues?
Type
Definition
Synonym
Antonym
Example
General
Description
Meaning of the unfamiliar
word is given right in the
sentence.
A similar word is given for the
unfamiliar word.
A word meaning the
opposite of the unfamiliar
word is given
Samples, instances, or ideas
of the unfamiliar word are
given.
General clues are given
about the unfamiliar word.
Signal
Words
is, are, or,
means, refers
to
also, as, like,
same, too
but, unlike,
though,
however,
instead of
for example,
like, such as,
including
NO signal
words
Example
Caverns are very large caves.
She is cautious crossing the street
and also careful riding her bike.
The water is shallow, but it was
deep enough to catch a fish.
Souvenirs such as t-shirts, key
chains, and postcards are fun
ways to remember trips.
I appreciate the way you
encourage me. I won first prize.
PRACTICE WITH CONTEXT CLUES
What is the definition of each bolded word? What type of context clue is being used?
Sentence
Paul is an indulgent father. For instance, he allows
his daughter to stay up as late as she likes and he
never insists that she does her homework.
At first, the surgery seemed to be successful. But
several hours later, the patient’s condition began
to deteriorate, and it continued to worsen over
the next few days.
Veronica’s decision to study instead of going out
for pizza with her friends was a prudent one. She
got an A on the exam, while her friends all earned
C’s.
I expected truthfulness from my doctor; I was
shocked by his mendacity.
The clues in the sentence were so helpful; Stanley
was able to ascertain the meaning of the word.
Definition
Type of Context
Clue
Apply Today’s Mini Lesson to your Novel Study
1. Read the sentence carefully and brainstorm what you and your group believe to be
definition of the bolded term. Determine what type of context clue you used to figure out
the meaning.
2. Find the definition of this term (remember to use our longman dictionary definition).
Sentence
Now I know why Baba’s
breathing is so labored at night,
heavy and gasping.
“But we are willing to work and not
live on charity,” Baba protests.
The policeman reminds me of that
jackal and he won’t leave that
important man, a lion, to trouble us,
little rabbits.
The city steals any modesty out of
you. In the village, you hide behind
a bush… But here, you’re out in the
open.
If my impatience and stupidity have
brought me here, then the only way
out is to have patience and
cunning.
GC lifts up his chin slightly and nods
in my direction. He is subtle, but
Thick Fingers turns toward me.
The sky is menacing reminds me of
the day Aai, Naren, Sita and I ran
from under the bridge.
He flinches and his lips quiver, but
Rocking Boy doesn’t whimper.
When we get closer the noise picks
up and people are hurrying along
the street, going in and out of
buildings, haggling with vendors.
The pain comes in waves and I have
to shut my eyes tight to hold my
scream in. When a wave subsides I
try to think of a way to escape.
“It is an auspicious day, I must have
sweets.”
I wonder if he knows how much we
hate him. Maybe he does, because
he averts his eyes from my gaze and
looks down at the stone floor.
Definition
Type of Context Clue
Day 2: Chapters 4 & 5, pages 25-51
How would name the title?
After reading the above reading selection, complete the following:
Chapter
What would you name this reading
selection?
What evidence from the text did you find
to support your answer?
4-5
Comprehension Questions for Boys without Names
Day 2: Chapters 4 & 5, pages 25 -51
1. What is contradictory about the Card-Man’s character? What does the CardMan teach Gopal?
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2. What does the grocery store owner say about the dreams versus reality of
people who come to Mumbai and its suburbs to work? Does this explain the
way Gopal and his family are treated? Give examples to support your answer.
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Day 2 - Mini Lesson on Author’s Point of View
Definition:
The author’s point of view is the perspective from which he/she writes the story. It is the
“lens” that authors use to present their story.
FIRST PERSON -- A character within the story recounts his or her own experiences and
narrates what is happening from the perspective of “I”, “me”, “we”.
SECOND PERSON – The story is told from the perspective of “you” and uses the pronoun “you”.
THIRD PERSON OBJECTIVE – The narrator remains a detached observer and does not reveal
any characters’ thoughts; lets readers know only what is seen and heard, not what characters
think or feel. Uses the pronoun “he”, “she”, “it”, and “they”.
THIRD PERSON LIMTED OMNISCIENT – The narrator tells the story from the viewpoint of one
character in the story; lets readers know what one character thinks or feels. Uses the pronoun
“he”, “she”, “it”, and “they”.
THIRD PERSON OMNISCIENT – The narrator has unlimited knowledge and can describe every
characters’ thoughts and interpret their behaviors; lets readers unlimited information about the
characters. Uses the pronoun “he”, “she”, “it”, and “they”.
When determining the point of view of a story, consider the following questions:
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2.
3.
4.
What evidence is there in the story that helps you to identify the point of view?
Why does it matter to the story?
How does this affect you and your reading experience?
Why do you think the author chose to write the story from that particular point of view?
Test your knowledge and determine the point of view for the following below:
1. The Wizard of Oz by L Frank Baum
The Scarecrow found a tree full of nuts and filled Dorothy’s basket with them, so that she would not be
hungry for a long time. She thought this was very kind and thoughtful of the Scarecrow, but she laughed
heartily at the awkward way in which the poor creature picked up the nuts. His padded hands were so
clumsy that he dropped almost as many as he put in the basket. But the Scarecrow did not mind how long
it took him to fill the basket, for it enabled him to keep away from the fire, as he felt that a spark might get
into his straw and burn him up.
a) first-person
c) third-person objective
b) second-person
d) third-person limited
e) third-person omniscient
2. The Skull of Truth: A Magic Shop Book by Bruce Coville and Gary A. Lippincott
To his astonishment, Charlie found himself standing next to his bicycle, back where he had entered the
swamp. That was bizarre and upsetting—but not as bad as the realization that he was still holding the
skull. He thought he had dropped it before he raced out the door. He certainly hadn’t intended to steal
the thing. He didn’t even really want it!
a) first-person
c) third-person objective
b) second-person
d) third-person limited
e) third-person omniscient
3. Curious George and the Pizza by Margret Rey
At the pizza place, Tony the baker was getting the pizzas ready for baking. He flattened out a ball of dough into a
large pancake and tossed it in the air. He spread tomato sauce on it, sprinkled it with cheese, and shoved it in the
oven. Then the telephone rang. “A fellow from the factory wants a large pizza delivered in a hurry,” Tony’s
wife called. “OK, I’ll get my coat,” said Tony.
a) first-person
c) third-person objective
b) second-person
d) third-person limited
e) third-person omniscient
Apply Today’s Mini Lesson to your Novel Study
Determining the point of view of your novel. Answer the following questions:
1. What is the point of view of your novel?
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2. What evidence is there in the story that helps you to identify the point of view?
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3. How does this affect you and your reading experience?
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4. Why do you think the author chose to write the story from that particular point of view?
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5. What other point of view could the author have chosen? Explain your reasoning.
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Day 3: Chapters 6-8, pages 52-79
How would name the title?
After reading the above reading selection, complete the following:
Chapter
What would you name this reading
selection?
What evidence from the text did you find
to support your answer?
6-8
Comprehension Questions for Boys without Names
Day 3: Chapters 6 – 8, pages 52 – 79
1. Predict what you this will happen to Baba? What information (text details)
leads you to believe this?
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2. Aai mistrusts the people under the bridge until she hears them speak.
What is she able to tell about them through their speech?
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Day 3 - Mini Lesson on Author’s Craft
Author’s Craft refers to the Techniques Good Writers Use
What is Author’s Araft?
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Just as a painter uses many tools and techniques to craft a painting, a skilled
author uses tools and techniques of language and storytelling to craft a piece
of writing.
Authors use techniques such as foreshadowing, figurative language, specific
word choice to impact the overall meaning and tone of the story.
Foreshadow: When an author indicates or hints at what will come later in the story.
Word Choice: Authors use specific words to create tone & meaning.
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Denotation: The dictionary definition of the word
Connotation: The emotions and feelings associated with the word.
(cheap vs. inexpensive)
Figurative Language: Language that goes beyond the literal, dictionary meaning of the
words. Writers use figures of speech to help create pictures in their readers’ minds.
Example from the novel
Naren scans the platform. “What if
Baba doesn’t come back? What if
he gets lost?” (p 37)
I stand there as dumb as a goat.
(p 77)
Technique
Foreshadowing
Simile
How does this technique contribute to
meaning or tone?
Foreshadowing hints at future important
events. This technique adds depth and
increases suspense in the
story. Foreshadowing also leads me to
predict what will happen later in the story.
Using a simile helps me to imagine the
character, conflict or situation more clearly.
The image presented here makes me better
understand the character and what he is
feeling at this time.
Day 4: Chapter 9, pages 80-103
How would name the title?
After reading the above reading selection, complete the following:
Chapter
What would you name this reading
selection?
What evidence from the text did you find
to support your answer?
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Comprehension Questions for Boys without Names
Day 4: Chapter 9, pages 80 – 103.
1. Before leaving his family, Baba promised, “I will always find you.” Do you
think this is a promise Baba can keep? Why or why not?
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2. What are Gopal’s first impressions of Jatin? Do you think the boys will
become friends? Why or why not?
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Day 4 - Mini Lesson on Author’s Craft
The Use of Sentence Fluency & Structure to Add Interest and Fluidity…
Sentence fluency is the rhythm and flow of language. Writers vary the structure of
sentences, including types of sentences, sentence beginnings, and sentence lengths, to
create a natural cadence.
What are the three types of sentences author’s use most often in their writing?
Type of
Sentence
Simple Sentence
Compound
Sentence
Complex
Description
Example from text
Contains ONE independent
clause.
Contains TWO or more
independent clauses joined by a
comma and a coordinating
conjunction (nor, or, so, yet, for,
and, but).
Has at least one independent
clause AND one or more
subordinate/dependent clauses.
Apply Today’s Mini Lesson to your Novel Study
With your group, compose a short paragraph explaining the internal conflict that the main
character is experiencing at this point in the novel. Challenge yourselves… Use 3 words
from your vocab list in your writing (circle them). Also, use a variety of sentence structures
so that your paragraph includes at least one example of each sentence type listed above.
Highlight all compound sentences in yellow; highlight the complex sentences in orange.
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Day 5: Chapters 10-12, pages 104-131
How would name the title?
After reading the above reading selection, complete the following:
Chapter
What would you name this reading
selection?
What evidence from the text did you find
to support your answer?
10-12
Comprehension Questions for Boys without Names
Day 5: Chapter 10 -12, pages 104 – 131
1. How does Scar show control over the boys in the sweatshop? What effect
does this have on them?
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2. Do you think the “boys” will help or hinder Gopal’s effort to escape? Why?
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Day 5 - Mini Lesson on Types of Conflict
What is conflict in literature?
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Conflict is the opposition of persons or forces that gives rise to the dramatic action in a
drama or fiction (Merriam-Webster)
There are TWO TYPES of conflict:
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External Conflict – A struggle with a force outside of one’s self.
Internal Conflict – A struggle within one’s self.
There are FIVE KINDS of conflict:
Conflicts
Definition
Character vs Character
A character (person or animal)
struggles with another character.
A character struggles with
him/herself, ideas of right or wrong,
choices, etc.
A person struggles against ideas,
practices or customs of a group of
people.
A person struggles with weather,
natural disasters, etc.
Character vs Self
Character vs Society
Character vs Nature
Character vs Fate
Example
A character struggles
circumstances of life (destiny or
fate).
With your group, annotate THREE examples of conflict from your novel.
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Highlight the conflict in the text.
In the margin, identify the conflict as external or internal, as well as, which kind of conflict
Finally, complete the chart below.
Kind of Conflict
Explain how the example from the text
Page(s) represents the specific kind of conflict
Day 6: Chapters 13-14, pages 132-161
How would name the title?
After reading the above reading selection, complete the following:
Chapter
What would you name this reading
selection?
What evidence from the text did you find
to support your answer?
13-14
Comprehension Questions for Boys without Names
Day 6: Chapter 13 & 14, pages 132 – 161
1. Where do the boys work and sleep? Describe their living quarters. What
type of work do they do?
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2. What things does Scar do to ensure that the boys distrust each other?
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Day 6 - Mini Lesson on Characterization
Authors use characterization to help readers understand character’s actions, traits, behaviors, and
appearance. Characterization is the art of creating and developing a character, and writers use
two different methods to do this:
The author directly and specifically tells
readers about the character’s traits
and qualities.
Direct Characterization
The author allows the reader to draw
inferences of his/her own based on
information presented in the story.
Indirect Characterization
Now… Identify each of the following passages as an example of DIRECT or INDIRECT characterization.
Page
Number
Boys Without
Names
pg.113-114
Boys Without
Names
Pg. 78
Homeless
Bird
pg. 93-94
Homeless Bird
pg. 12-13
Passage
Type of
Characterization
What do you now understand
about the character?
“I’m thirsty.”
“Have some water,” Scar-Man says.
I clutch the dented tumbler and gulp down
the water.
When I try to hand it back to Scar-man, he
snarls, “I’m not your servant. You’re mine.”
When we cross the street, Naren and Sita
cling to me like the baby monkeys cling to
their mother in Matheran.
One day a letter came. Sass would not show
it to me but took it to the village for the scribe
to read to her. When she returned, Sass was
smiling.
Chandra was very beautiful, with golden
brown skin and sad, pleading eyes. She was
plump, with a soft round face and body.
Time to Apply Today’s Mini Lesson to your Novel Study
With your group, complete the chart below. Your task is to find one example of direct
characterization & two examples of indirect characterization from the novel.
Page
Number
Passage
Type of
Characterization
Direct
Indirect
Indirect
What do you now understand
about the character?
Day 7: Chapters 15-16, pages 162-180
How would name the title?
After reading the above reading selection, complete the following:
Chapter
What would you name this reading
selection?
What evidence from the text did you find
to support your answer?
15-16
Comprehension Questions for Boys without Names
Day 7: Chapter 15 & 16, pages 162 – 180
1. At the end of chapter 14, Gopal plans to become the best frame maker
and the leader of the group. Does this plan work? What happens?
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2. In this chapter, one boy’s name is learned. Who is the boy and what
situation causes him to share his name?
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Day 7 - Mini Lesson on Theme
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Theme is the central message of the story. Themes are not explicitly stated; readers have to
use information in the text to uncover/infer the theme(s).
The theme is different from the moral (or the lesson) of the story.
Authors bring themes to life through the development of story elements: setting,
characters, conflict and plot.
Themes in Literary Works:
Text
Central
Theme(s)
Text Evidence that contributes to the
development of the theme
setting, characters, conflict, plot, etc.
Caged Bird (Poem)
What are some themes from Homeless Bird & Boys Without Names?
Homeless Bird
Boys Without Names
Apply Today’s Mini Lesson to your Novel Study
Complete the chart on the following page with your group.
1. Decide on a theme from the list above.
2. Consider how the story elements of setting, conflict, character and plot help
develop that theme.
Day 8: Chapters 17-19, pages 181-201
How would name the title?
After reading the above reading selection, complete the following:
Chapter
What would you name this reading
selection?
What evidence from the text did you find
to support your answer?
17-19
Comprehension Questions for Boys without Names
Day 8: Chapter 17 – 19, pages 181 – 201
1. What happens when GC tries to take credit for saving the frames during
the storm? How does Gopal react? Who does Scar believe?
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2. Other than Gopal, which boys have shared their names with the group so
far? Why might this be important? What is the deeper significance?
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Day 8 - Mini Lesson on Setting
What is setting? When and where a story takes place is called the setting.
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Time:
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When did this story take place? Identify any dates or time clues mentioned in
the story. Try to determine how much time passes in the story.
Place:
o
Where did this story take place? Identify evidence which pertains to the
specific places mentioned.
The setting helps to shape different aspects of a story:
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The mood and tone of the novel
Internal and external conflicts
Character development/change
The theme
The values, ideals, and attitudes of various characters
Apply Today’s Mini Lesson to your Novel Study
As a collaborative group effort through a shared google doc, write a three
paragraph informative essay that explains how the setting of the novel influences
ONE of the five aspects from the list above.
Remember to:
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Plan what you are going to write about before you actually begin writing. Refer to the
graphic organizer provided to you in class to support your planning.
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Structure an introductory paragraph providing background information on the novel.
In the intro paragraph, include the title and author of the novel, the specific setting at
this time in your reading, and which aspect you feel the setting most affects (you will
discuss and analysis this further in your body paragraph).
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Structure a body paragraph that focuses in on the ONE aspect that the setting shapes
(i.e. conflict, theme, values etc.) Include your reason along with supporting facts and
details that support what you are saying. Use TWO pieces of text evidence to support
your ideas. Do not forget to analyze of each piece of evidence to clarify how it
supports your thesis statement.
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Include a closing paragraph that relates directly back to your thesis and the overall
focus of the essay.
You and your group will work on this for 2 days.
Day 9: Chapters 20-22, pages 202-239
How would name the title?
After reading the above reading selection, complete the following:
Chapter
What would you name this reading
selection?
What evidence from the text did you find
to support your answer?
20-22
Comprehension Questions for Boys without Names
Day 9: Chapter 20 – 22, pages 202 – 239
1. How does GC’s character change over the course of the chapters 20-22?
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2. Why didn’t Barish admit his connection to Amar sooner? What new faer
does this raise for Gopal?
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Day 10: Chapters 23-24, pages 240-259
How would name the title?
After reading the above reading selection, complete the following:
Chapter
What would you name this reading
selection?
What evidence from the text did you find
to support your answer?
23-24
Comprehension Questions for Boys without Names
Day 10: Chapter 23 – 24, pages 240 – 259
1. Why do GC and Gopal have to run the errand? Predict what you think
might happen as the story continues.
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2. What happens when Scar questions Gopal about the frames being done
in the wrong pattern? How does Scar know that Gopal is lying?
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Day 10 - Mini Lesson on Character Analysis
As a group select an important character from the novel. Draw an outline of the character
on an 11x17 piece of paper from the waist up to the head using as much as the paper as
possible.
Character: _____________________________________________________
Directions: Bring this character to life by….
1. giving him/her the specific body parts identified below.
2. identifying, for each body part, the specific information requested.
MIND:
EYES:
In the area of the character’s mind, record what you believe motivates this
character (love, pride, revenge, greed, etc.)
When you draw the character’s eyes, inside the eye design, write down at least
two important things (people, objects, ideas, thoughts) the character sees.
MOUTH: When you create the mouth, record a direct quote with the page number from
this character, something he or she said that demonstrates the kind of
character he or she is.
EARS:
Around the ears of the character, record two important direct quotations (with
the page numbers) that other characters say to influence him or her.
SHOULDERS: On the shoulders of the character, write two things (people, objects, ideas,
thoughts) that weigh this character down and cause him or her trouble or worry.
Consider both internal and external conflicts.
HEART: Draw an enlarged heart and fill it with words, phrases, and at least one
quote/passage from the novel that shows what you believe this character carries
in his or her heart. What is important to them?
BACKGROUND: Consider the setting of the novel. What objects, symbols, colors or images can you
include around the drawing of the character to help others understanding the
unique setting of the novel.
Day 11: Chapter 25, pages 260-279
How would name the title?
After reading the above reading selection, complete the following:
Chapter
What would you name this reading
selection?
What evidence from the text did you find
to support your answer?
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Comprehension Questions for Boys without Names
Day 11: Chapter 25, pages 260- 279
1. Why does Scar send Gopal on another errand? Where is Gopal when he
decides he cannot leave the other boys (re-read pp. 264-265)?
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2. How does Gopal deliver a message to the owner of the sweetshop? What
is the message? What is the shopkeeper’s response?
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Day 11 - Mini Lesson on Symbolism
What is symbolism?
Authors use symbols or objects to represent ideas.
What are examples of symbolism?
For more than 200 years, the American flag has been the symbol of our
nation’s strength and unity.
Red: symbolizes valor (bravery)
White: symbolizes purity
Blue: symbolizes justice
The Nike Swoosh represents motion and speed. The shape depicts an arc
of movement. The word ‘swoosh’ is onomatopoeia for the sound you’d
hear as Lebron James or Michael Jordan zips past you en route to a
spectacular dunk. In Greek mythology, Nike is the Winged Goddess of
Victory. The mythological associations for the brand Nike are flight, victory,
and speed.
In the poem, the Caged Bird by Maya Angelou, the caged bird and the
free bird are symbolic.
Caged bird symbolizes ______________________________________
Free bird symbolizes ________________________________________
Apply Today’s Mini Lesson to your Novel Study
With your group, identify objects that SYMBOLIZE each story element from your novel. Be sure to
explain WHY you chose the object to symbolize the element.
Story Element
Main Character
Setting
Main Conflict
Theme
Solution
Symbol
How is the object symbolic?
Day 12: Chapters 26-28, pages 280-305
How would name the title?
After reading the above reading selection, complete the following:
Chapter
What would you name this reading
selection?
What evidence from the text did you find
to support your answer?
26-28
Comprehension Questions for Boys without Names
Day 12: Chapter 26 – 28, 280 – 305
1. The climax or turning point of a story is the point where the tension is the
greatest. What is the climax of the story? What events contribute to the
tension?
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2. What role do the Kahanis or stories play in Boys Without Names?
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