Statement: Characters in literature can illustrate that our identity can be formed by the connection we make with others.
Discussion: What might fire represent?
Research: Different symbolisms of fire?
Statement: What do you believe the fire represents for Johnny / Ponyboy?
ATL: Read critically and for comprehension
Themes and Motifs are part of how we present an idea. The Themes are often referred to as 'the big ideas'. Many are universal which means we can critically examine not only this text but also compare it with other texts.
Question: How many of the themes we have considered are universal?
Question: What motifs are universal? If it is not universal can it be a motif?
