Day 3

Broken April Lesson Plan

Discussion of Thought Questions

  1. 1

    What is your opinion of Mark Ukjaçierra? Do you also find him "repulsive", as the Vorpsis did?

    Mark’s misogynistic dislike for Diana, and a host of other prejudices, make him a distinctly unlikeable character. His job also may seem repulsive, especially given how sordid and bloody it is. Finally, some students may find Mark to be a rather cynical character for seeking to artificially inflate the number of blood feuds in the High Plateau.

  2. 2

    Why does Mark serve as Prince’s steward? How did he come into the role?

    Just as interesting as what the text says about Mark is what it doesn’t say about Mark. Readers don’t learn how he came by his position (although, in...

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