Have You Ever Done Something That You Have Regretted Later? Did That Experienced Change

The Metaphor

Before you read: Think back to your previous school years. Is there a teacher that for some reason stands out in your mind? Why is it that some teachers have the ability to leave their impact on students for years to come, when others do not?

Have you ever done something that you have regretted later? Did that experienced change you in any way?

Metaphors are interesting and figurative ways to describe things. Look at the list below. Choose five things from the list and describe each of using an effective and interesting metaphor.

Brother/Sister

Mom/Dad

Your Pet

Sports Team

Favourite Entertainer Favourite Food

C.P. Allen High School Life

Homework

As you read: Budge Wilson does a phenomenal job revealing character in a variety of different ways. Think about how he describes the following people.

Miss Hancock: ______

Charlotte’s 7th grade classmates: ______

Look back at the description that Charlotte offers in the metaphor about her mother. From what Charlotte tells us, what can you surmise about her? ______

What does the description of Charlotte’s house offer as far as insight into the world of Charlotte’s home life? ______

How does Charlotte change in the years between Junior and Senior high? Why does this kind of transition often take place in school aged kids? ______

Is Charlotte right for blaming herself for Miss Hancock’s death? ______

In literature, what is meant by the term irony? Why is Miss Hancock’s death ironic? Do you think her dearth was an accident? ______

*Writing Assignment: Choose one of the following questions and complete a writing response.

Think about the theme of the story. Use the theme as a basis for a one page literary analysis of the author effectiveness in delivering his message. OR Describe a person that has influenced you significantly during your years of school; explain how and why this person has made an impact on your life. Be sure to utilize metaphors and similes in your description of the person you choose. You might choose a teacher, principal, guidance counsellor, coach, friend or a member of your family.