English | Graded Assignment | Write About Culture or Setting

Graded Assignment
Write About Culture or Setting
Total score: ____ of 30 points

Write three to four paragraphs about the culture or setting of a story you have read in this unit. Use a
conversational tone such as you would find in a travel guide.
To begin, save this document to your computer with your name at the end of the filename (e.g., NG_ELA9-
10_W_11_GA_Alice_Jones.docx).
Now, follow these steps.
Reread the story and focus on details about the culture or setting.
Learn more about the culture or setting of the story by doing research. Gather information from at least
three electronic sources.
 For your search terms, use specific cultural or local details that you find in the story, as well as the name
of the culture or setting. For example, if the setting is the Iditarod dogsled race in Alaska, search for
“Iditarod” or “dogsled race” rather than just “Alaska.”
 Integrate information from your research smoothly to create a clear and cohesive text that readers will
appreciate.
 Paraphrase, summarize, or quote content from your sources.
 At the end of your assignment, include a list of the URLs of the websites from which you gathered
information.
When you have finished, submit this document to your teacher for grading.

“The Man To Send Rain Clouds”

Step into the dry lands where "The Man to Send Rain Clouds" unfolds, a touching
story set in a small Pueblo Indian community in the American Southwest. Picture
yourself in a place where the wind carries ancient stories, and people wear colorful
traditional clothes that tell tales of a culture deeply connected to its roots.

The story takes place in a Pueblo village, where life and death are part of a cycle
intertwined with sacred customs and a strong tie to the land. The Pueblo folks in this
story show a special mix of old ways and adapting to a changing world. The setting feels
timeless, making you feel the spirituality and strength of the Pueblo people and their
environment.

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Digging into Pueblo culture through research reveals a rich tapestry of beliefs and
practices that add depth to the story. Pueblo Indians are known for their farming and
spiritual rituals, and their connection to nature is clear, reflecting the blend of the sacred
and everyday life in the story.

"The Man to Send Rain Clouds" gives a peek into Pueblo funeral rituals, a big part
of the story. Research shows that these ceremonies hold great importance, guiding the
departed through a spiritual journey. The story explores how the Pueblo people stick to
their traditions while facing outside influences that challenge their cultural identity.

In reading "The Man to Send Rain Clouds," you get to see how tradition and
change come together in a Pueblo community. The story acts as a bridge between the past
and present, showing the richness of Pueblo culture and the strength of a people
determined to keep their heritage alive in a fast-changing world.

Sources:
1. www.indianpueblo.org/culture/
2. www.learner.org/series/learning-math-patterns-functions-and-algebra/exploring-
native-american-stories/leslie-marmon-silko/

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