Contents of a Dead Man’s Pockets
English 10
Critically read Contents of a Dead Man’s Pockets answer the following questions. Each
question needs to be answered using short answer essay (Meaning one to two
paragraphs). Support your answers using evidence from the text.
1. What risks are Tom taking? What could be the consequences of his risks?.
2. What does the piece of paper represent in the story?
3. Why do you think the title of the story is Contents of the Dead Man’s Pocket?
4. Think about the contents of your own pockets (Metaphorically speaking). What
might the contents of your pockets represent about you?
5. What would you be willing to risk your life for? Why is this so important to you?