“BROTHER DEAR”

By Bernice Friesen
Question:
◦ What is the definition of a theme?
 PARTNER DISCUSSION

Write down your ideas; you may use point form.

Provide an example from the story of the
following themes:

◦ - self
◦ - adolescence
◦ - family
◦ - rebellion
◦ - rural life
◦ - Canada
Conflicts
Which ones are in the story?
Provide examples.
Internal External
◦ - person vs. self ◦ - person vs. person
◦ - person vs. society
◦ - person vs. nature
◦ - person vs. supernatural
Provide one example from the story of
how dialogue is misleading.
Define empathy.
◦Discuss how Sharlene is, or is not emphatic
towards her brother Greg.
 Paragraph writing reminders:
◦ - indent first word of each paragraph.
◦ - opening sentence must identify topic.
◦ - use appropriate punctuation (commas/periods, etc.)
◦ - use red line margin and end of paper as your writing borders.
◦ - use capital letters to begin sentences.
◦ - “I” is always capitalized when referring to yourself.
 INDIVIDUAL WRITE-UP
In 2-3 paragraphs, discuss how trying to accommodate
parents' "wishes" can create conflict as young adults
try to establish their own dreams. Refer to the story
to support your ideas. You may also include your own
personal examples.