- Character scrapbook- must include pictures and words including characters views, feelings, thoughts, emotions, etc.
- Letter- from a characters point of view to a friend/family member. This letter should address the type of situation they are in, what problems/oppression are they facing, and how they feel about it. Quotes from the work you are using would be good to use here!
- Journal- from the characters point of view. This is a more personal reflection of what is going on in the characters life and how they are feeling (inner thoughts and feelings). Quotes would again be good here
- Soundtrack- pick 10 songs that deal with oppression or the feelings/ideas that go along with it. You must print out the lyrics to the songs and make a cd if you choose. You must give a 1-2 sentence explanation of why you chose the song and how it fits in with the topic.
- Cartoon- for the story as a whole capturing the overall situation or theme. About 8 panels in length and include pictures and text.
- Poem- relating to the subject of oppression and does not have to be from the characters point of view. Should be at least 15 lines and creative and original.
- Newspaper article- Write an article that covers the historical time or place of the work you are dealing with. This may require some research. Also, take a look at the newspaper to get ideas of how to write this type of article.
- Artwork- make, draw, create a piece of original artwork dealing with oppression.
- Essay- Choose another piece of oppression literature or media to read or view and compare it one of the works we read in class. Write about the similarities and differences in both of the pieces and explore the main themes or ideas about oppression.
- Short story- Create your own character and situation dealing with oppression. There is no required length for this option, but it should be long enough that a plot and characters are developed.
Checkpoint 2: February 28th
Checkpoint 3: March 6th
