BY THE WATERS
OF BABYLON?
Coming of Age Tales the Short Way…
JOURNAL WRITE
Philosopher George Santayana said: “Those who
do not learn from the past are condemned to
repeat it.”
Write journal entry discussing the meaning of the
quote above and how this might apply to the story
“By the Waters of Babylon.” Where might the
society in the story be headed?
You may wish to begin by referring to the final
paragraph on page 321 to begin your response.
 Yes, this is a continuation of the reading
activities, so have those out so I can check
them.
THE COMING OF AGE PATTERN…
(HONORS)
 As a table develop a chart and fill in
the details for the Coming of Age
narrative based off the notes taken
last class, and the story.
 Think of this as a task in identifying the
pattern of the story you are reading. Use
the notes to develop a check-list and
then fill in the details.
THE COMING OF AGE PATTERN…
(HIGH-HONORS)
 Look at the story: “By the Waters of
Babylon” and the two poems: “Exile” and
“The Jabberwocky”
 Find commonalities between these stories.
Come up with a list of features for Coming of
age tales.
 Look back at your notes from other story
patterns for guidance in determining what sorts of
information you need to develop.
 You may also look at other stories you
have read that are coming of age tales.
EXTENSION…(EXTRA CREDIT HW
ASSIGNMENT)
 Given what happens in the story
and where John goes, why is the
title appropriate?
 Do some research or make some
inquiries. Why is Babylon appropriate?
Write a short explanation of why
Babylon is the correct symbol.