Interpreter of Maladies Lesson Plan

Why do you think Sanjeev married Twinkle? Use evidence from the text to support your reasoning.

Strong responses will recognize that Sanjeev married Twinkle out of cultural and societal expectations rather than a genuine emotional connection. Sanjeev, a conservative and practical individual, is portrayed as someone who values tradition and stability, so it makes sense that he would jump into a marriage to fulfill those aspects of his life. Furthermore, as the narrative develops, it becomes clear that Sanjeev is very concerned about what others think of him. The narrative also mentions arranged marriages at one point, and there is the suggestion that this marriage may...