"The Shroud" and Other Short Stories Lesson Plan

"India, That Is Bharat..."

Kind of Activity:

Technology

Objective:

Students will be able to learn more about the environment in which Premchand's stories take place.

Common Core Standards:

CCSS.ELA-Literacy.RL.9-10.7 ; CCSS.ELA-Literacy.SL.9-10.2

Structure:

This is a relatively freeform activity. The teacher should pull up Google Maps or Google Earth and, with the help of a projector, show a map of India. They should then try to give students a better idea of the country's key geographical features, such as its rivers, mountains, and major cities. Since Premchand spent much of his life in India's northernmost portions, some time should ideally be spent...