Day 4

Weep Not, Child Lesson Plan

Discussion of Thought Questions

  1. 1

    What values, beliefs and goals did Ngotho, Boro and Jacobo seem to share, if any?

    Strong answers will observe evidence that their belief in education binds them together. They should also observe their values for the land, noting their varying approaches to this value. They may argue that Jacobo seems to diverge from an approach that values traditional, cultural heritage. In other words, they may argue that he is more selfishly motivated. They should try to find a common ground between these characters.

  2. 2

    How do the characters' spiritual values and religious beliefs develop in the unfolding conflicts in the story?

    Strong answers will discuss the ways Njoroge seems...

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