Period 1 & 2
- On page 5, find a simile that describes the narrator’s father. Explain what he means.
- Describe the tone at the beginning of the narrative by identifying specific words Compare it to the tone at the end of the narrative.
- Where does the tone change? How does it change?
- Zits names characters according to their appearance or actions: discuss the method of naming characters. In other words, how does he come up with their names?
- How does Zits define himself at the beginning of the novel?
- Predict how you Zits’ story or journey will be affected by an absent father or living with a foster family.
- Are you ashamed of anything about yourself? Why or why not? How would you describe your perception of yourself?
Period 4
- On page 5, find a simile that describes the narrator’s father. Explain what he means.
- Describe the tone at the beginning of the narrative by finding specific words.
- How does Zits define himself at the beginning of the novel?
- Are you ashamed of anything about yourself? Why or why not? How would you describe your perception of yourself?
Sherman Alexie Unit 