“Dark They Were, and Golden-Eyed” by Ray Bradbury Theme Graphic
Organizer
Theme
Evidence
1. People are afraid of change,
but things always change.
2. Knowledge can help people
prepare for the future.
3. Things are not always as they
appear.
4. Ignorance is bliss
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TIDE Response
Employing the TIDE model, respond to the following question:
1. Evaluate whether the author effectively or ineffectively communicates the narrative's theme.
TIDE Model
After evaluating the narrative “Dark They Were, and Golden-Eyed” by Ray Bradbury,
(restate the question). According to the text, the author proclaims, “(insert evidence)” (line
numbers). Assuredly, this evidence shows (briefly restate the question) because (explain why
your evidence matters). Ultimately, within the short story “Dark They Were, and Golden-Eyed”
by Ray Bradbury, (restate the question).