ࡱ> \^[ c5bjbj .Vc-66666JJJJDDJ7F7H7H7H7H7H7H7$9k<ll76l766766F7F720^6UK3$277074@<<H^6<6^6l7l77< : Assignments for Water Street The following are discussion questions and/or assignment suggestions for Crystal Wilkinsons Water Street. Since each chapter is a short story from the perspective of a different character from Water Street, you could easily pick and choose which stories are or are not appropriate for your grade level. There are several stories which include strong language and/or content, so it will be up to you to determine what is appropriate for your students. Welcome to Water Street No specific speaker/perspective No inappropriate language or content As you will see in the coming stories, Wilkinson is a master of first lines. The introduction to Water Street begins with We are almost Southern but not northern at all (1). What does she mean by this? How does this already create a strong sense setting and identity for this community? How does Wilkinson use imagery to establish the setting? How is food an important aspect of culture? How do we see that represented in this opening introduction to the neighborhood? A major theme in this work, and indeed in the work of many Affrilachians, is giving a voice to a people who have not been represented in modern culture and literature. How do we see this idea reflected in this opening story? Wilkinson ends the introduction to Water Street with this idea: On Water Street, every person has at least two stories to tell. One story that the light of day shines on; the other that lives only in the pitch black of night, the kind of story carried beneath the breastbone, near the heart, for safekeeping (3). How does this closing statement set the tone for the stories to come? My Girl Mona 1st person; Yolanda Minor language, sexual content When Yolandas story opens, she is meeting with her third psychiatrist [shes] seen this year (7). What are some of the initial thoughts/questions you have about Yolanda? Yolanda is telling the reader about a meeting with the doctor during which she is talking about having had lunch with Mona. In the Afterword, Marianne Worthington refers to this technique as a layering of story upon story (176). How does this layering of storytelling affect our understanding of the story and/or our impression of Yolanda? Based on Yolandas description of her, compare/contrast Mona of the past and Mona of the present. Why would Yolanda remain friends with Mona after she betrayed her? How does Yolandas experiences as a teenager still affect her as an adult? What seems to trigger Yolandas panic attacks? If Mona and Yolanda have been friends for years, why doesnt Mona notice when Yolanda is having a panic attack? What seems to be the dynamic of their friendship? What is it that Yolanda seems to yearn for, more than anything else? Water Street, 1979 1st person; Junior Cursing (including the F word and N-word), discussions on race, sexual content How would you describe Junior as a teenager based on the opening paragraphs? Use textual evidence to support your answers. Why does Junior struggle to understand people like Lois Carter and Sara (a student in his class)? What are the implications associated with Junior saying that his father told him about the birds, the bees, and the white folks (21)? What is the significance of the story of the McIntosh family and the flooding? Discuss the complexities of Juniors feelings about Julie. Why do you think Junior decides to sleep with Bonnie? How is he conflicted? How has Juniors infidelity affected Yolandas mental illness? Yolandas struggles are on the surface, but Junior keeps most of his struggles to himself. How does this coping strategy affect Junior? How does this affect his marriage with Yolanda? Short Essay: In a well-developed essay consider how the concept of race has shaped various aspects of Juniors life. In Plain Sight 1st person; Jeanette Sexual content The opening of Jeanettes story is powerful and poignant. Directly quote a sentence (or 2) of the opening and discuss its use of figurative language and/or meaning. For Jeanettes mother (Barbara), what were the immediate and long term effects of the death of her husband? How did her stay with Bertha Watkins affect Jeanette? Should Bertha have allowed Jeanette to go back with her mother so soon? Why or why not? How does her fathers death impact Jeanette, particularly in regard to her relationships with boys? Use textual evidence to support your answer. Is Reverend Townsends help around the house an act of kindness or a disservice to Barbaras mental health? Does Jeanette really see her father at the end of the story? Support your answer with reasoning based on the text. Why do you think the title of this story is In Plain Sight? An Ordinary Man 3rd person; Reverend Townsend Minor mention of sexual content Describe the complex relationship between Reverend Townsend and Ariel. How has Reverend Townsends view of women been warped? What is it that he wants from women? Wilkinson uses the recurring metaphor of the young Eli still living inside of Reverend Townsend. What point does Wilkinson seem to be making with this metaphor? What do you think is holding Reverend Townsend back from asking Ariel to marry him? Why does Reverend Townsend act so desperately at the end of this section? Between Men 1st person; Mouse Strong language (N-word & F-word) and content Short Essay Questions Write a well-developed essay in response to one of the questions below. Be sure to use textual evidence to support your analysis. How has Mouses childhood affected him as an adult? How is the idea of toxic masculinity reflected in Mouses story? How has dishonesty, with himself and others, impacted Mouses life? The Evolution of Sandy Crawford 3rd person; Sandy F-word toward the end of the story Poster Assignment For this assignment, you will use blank printer paper to create a poster for this story. Be creative! You can add text within images, add vibrant color, additional artwork/text etc. You must fill up the white space and use color. You may arrange your poster any way you like; however, you must include the following: The title of the story in quotation marks Three quotations and images to represent characterization One quotation and image that represents the setting An image and a description of a symbol from the story One quotation that is significant to the storys meaning along with a short explanation A border that discusses the theme of the story (images/artwork optional) The Girl of My Dreams 1st person; Kiki (Kevin) Sexual content, F-word The phrase the girl of my dreams typically refers to the idea of the perfect woman. How does this contrast with what Kiki means when he says the girl of my dreams? Why would Wilkinson give Kikis story this title? Compare and contrast Kikis relationship with Nadine to his relationship with Ina. What does Kiki dream about while napping before his bachelor party? Why do you think he dreams this? What do we learn about Yolanda, Kikis sister? How does this affect their family? What does Kiki mean by the final line? In what ways does Kiki blame himself? How is mental health, and the importance of discussions about it, reflected in this story? Spoiled 3rd person; Maxine Minor language, mostly appropriate In what ways has Maxine spoiled Mouse? Why do you think Maxine spoils him? How did the birth of Mouse affect the marriage of Maxine and Gene? Why doesnt Mouse seem to appreciate his mother? Explain the following quotation: Sixteen years move in slow motion; then catch speed, fast, like the pages of a book being flipped (108). Mouse is only 16 when Maxine notices the smell of alcohol on him. Why doesnt she say anything? The Fight 1st person; Toni (and Candy) Strong language (including F-word) Explain the following quotation: Leroy is not the kind of uncle you call uncle. Hes just Leroy (111). Compare and contrast the relationship between Toni and Candy and the relationship between their mother and Aunt Daphne. Why is there almost a fight between their father and Leroy? What do Toni and Candy overhear while lying in bed? What is their reaction? The next day, Toni says her mother is living life in neutral again (120). What she mean by this? How has Toni and Candys relationship changed? Sixteen Confessions of Lois Carter 1st person, Lois N-word used once, minor mention of sex Briefly describe Lois Carter. Why is Loiss story written in this format? Why are they labeled as confessions? How has Loiss marriage to Roscoe affected her relationships with the rest of her family? Describe Loiss marriage. Why do they seem to thrive in spite of the disapproval of their families? Explain the metaphor of the chameleon. What does Lois dream over and over again? Why do you think she dreams this? Respite 3rd person; Pearline Mostly appropriate, minor cursing Why is Pearline staying with Roscoe and Lois? How does she feel about it? Make a list of some of the things that Pearline complains about while staying with her son and daughter-in-law. What does Pearline do while Lois and Roscoe are at work? What does this say about her personality? What does Pearline purchase from Carters Grocery? Why does she buy these items? How do we know that Pearline hasnt always had an easy life? Why does Pearline have so much animosity towards Lois? Describe Pearlines relationship with her son. Why does Pearline say You got to live till you die (150)? Man Crazy 3rd person; Mona Sexual content At the opening we learn that Mona is desperate for a distraction as her brain is full (153). Moments later, she is comforted by the fact that she is the most attractive woman in the room and even smiles at the father-to-be that she catches staring at her. What does this tell us about Monas personality? As readers, we have already heard Yolanda and Kikis view of when Mona slept with Kiki. What do we learn from Monas version of that night? How does it affect what you already thought about this situation? After thinking about all of the men that Mona has either married or been in a relationship with, it is noted that love had always been the core in Monas mind (156). Does this surprise you? Why or why not? Mona admits that she has never been the mother type and that her children came second in her life. Do you fault her for this? Why or why not? How do we know that sex isnt fulfilling for Mona? How does this revelation affect your view of her? Before I Met my Father 1st person, Angie Strong language (including N-word) and sexual content Explain the opening line: All the years before I met my father, he was who I needed him to be (161). How does Angies mothers mental health affect her family? How does her relationship with Steve affect her growth and development as a person? The first time Angie hears her fathers name it is by accident, and afterwards she cant stop thinking about it. Why do you think her grandparents want to let her go so easily after keeping him from her for so long? Compare and contrast Angies life while with her father versus her lifestyle with her mother and grandparents. Why didnt Angies parents stay together? Who, if anyone, is to blame for their relationship? Why? Why does Angie suddenly become so angry with her father at this point? How does Angie change after the summer with her father? Why does Angie decide to sleep with Mr. Hershels nephew, whom she just met? What is revealed with the final paragraph? Short Essay: How is the search for ones identity reflected in Angies story? {  F > V h # / 9 > ùùʹt~~ʰʱ&~5Cϴ <h~i6CJOJQJh <CJOJQJh&CJOJQJh~iCJOJQJh&hY5CJOJQJh <hY6CJOJQJh CJOJQJhY6CJOJQJhYCJOJQJh)CJOJQJh <hXH5CJ OJQJaJ "h <h)56CJ OJQJaJ h <h)5CJ OJQJaJ   ! 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