Read chapters 40-53, finishing the novel
Common Core Objectives
- 1
Cite strong and thorough textual evidence to support analysis of what the text
says explicitly as well as inferences drawn from the text, including determining
where the text leaves matters uncertain. - 2
Analyze the impact of the author’s choices regarding how to develop and
relate elements of a story or drama (e.g., where a story is set, how the action is
ordered, how the characters are introduced and developed). - 3
Engage effectively in a range of collaborative
discussions (one-on-one, in groups, and teacher-
led) with diverse partners on grade 8 topics,
texts, and issues, building on others’ ideas and
expressing their own...
