1. “ The reading of all good books is like conversation with the finest men of the past centuries.” - Descartes 2 Oct. 2012 Identify major themes and concepts in TTTC.

2. Bellwork  Themes–(use these to help guide your purpose as you identify Domain/Example/Purpose examples in your bellwork journal). Physical and Emotional Burdens Loss of Innocence Courage Shame  Overarching questions to ask yourself as you read:  What is O’Brien saying about war and innocence?  What is he saying about courage and shame?  What is he saying about the moral purpose of war?  What is he saying about war, trauma and memories?

3. Work Time  Read this week’s reading  “Enemies”, “Friends”, “How to Tell A True War Story” & “The Dentist”—Due at the beginning of class Thursday  “Stockings”, “Church”, “Style”, “The Man I Killed”, & “Ambush”—Due at the beginning of class Friday  Complete Green Reading Guide: Due at the beginning of class Friday (As you go along, add 4 more lines to your Domain/Example/Purpose chart) HINT: questions 4 & 5 of each story pairing on your study guide will help you do this