Journal: Monkey, Lamb, and Bernice
Read: “The Monkey’s Paw,” “Lamb to Slaughter,” and “Bernice Bobs Her Hair
Write 1-2 paragraphs to create a literary argument using the TEAL method for each story. Remember to use at least one short quotation in each answer to support your ideas.
1. In “The Monkey’s Paw,” what is the author’s message to readers? Consider the themes of poverty, riches, loss, grief, and wishes.
2. In “A Lamb to Slaughter,” does the reader sympathize for the husband or the wife in the story? Describe the techniques the author uses to cause the reader to sympathize with this character.
3. In “Bernice Bobs Her Hair,” was Bernice’s action against her cousin justified or was it wrong? Explain.
