Week Two: Characterization & Point of View

We read:

1. "Died & Gone to Vegas" by Gautreaux's
2. "The Prologue and The Tale of the Wife of Bath" by Chaucer
3. "How to Tell a True War Story" by Tim O’Brien

We watched:

1. Bolduc-Simpson's Considering Characterization
2. Bolduc-Simpson's Exploring Point of View
3. YouTube video Vietnam War Through O’Brien’s The Things They Carried

This week I learned how to read differently. I chose to create a wordle based on Rat's character in O'Brien's story. I had to really look at the characters thoughts, actions, and feelings to form a judgement about their character. I dove right into the assignment because I was truly moved by O'Brien's work.

I loved seeing the professor's video lessons. She has a great speaking voice and is very clear. I find I learn and remember a great deal from those lessons.

Unfortunately, I found the "Wife of Bath" very difficult to understand. I missed any discussions and I was disappointed that it almost got swept under the rug.