The Absolutely True Diary of a Part Time Indian by Sherman Alexie

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The Absolutely True Diary of a Part Time Indian by Sherman Alexie Introductory PowerPoint

Sherman Alexie Bio Born October 7, 1966 Raised in the Spokane Reservation in Wellpinit, Washington In high school, transferred to Rearden High school because he felt he’d get a better education there. Went to college at Gonzaga University; later transferred to Washington State University Started really writing poetry at WSU

Alexie’s hometown=Junior’s hometown

Rearden

Family Occupations Alexie is a poet, novelist, filmmaker Alexie is married to Diane Tomhave. They have 2 sons and live in Seattle. Occupations Alexie is a poet, novelist, filmmaker and sometimes comedian.

Other information: This book has been banned in some cities due to language and themes utilized. Alexie’s works have won many awards: National Book Award, PEN/Faulkner Award, also Audience Award and Filmmakers’ Trophy at the Sundance Film Festival. Has written 22 books.

Relevant Videos Alexie talking about Rearden/childhood: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e- 4jSTNsuLQ&feature=related Interview for a Teen Library Site http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QX0OkpUSoNg&feature =related Alexie promoting Absolutely True Diary: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rE5sufSwNDc

More videos Book trailer: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L3m1XiA3TB4 The Crying Indian PSA http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j7OHG7tHrNM

VOCAB

Cerebral Characterized by the use of the intellect rather than the intuition or instinct. Cerebral=thinker

impediments obstacle

The science that studies fluids in motion. hydrodynamic The science that studies fluids in motion.

minions Followers or servants.

Lacking physical strength or vitality. decrepit Lacking physical strength or vitality.

pummeled Pounded; beaten.

Expressing yourself easily. articulate Expressing yourself easily.

Pertaining to fireworks or their manufacture. pyrotechnic Pertaining to fireworks or their manufacture.

Strange and unconventional behavior. eccentricity Strange and unconventional behavior.

Examining by questions; questioning formally. interrogating Examining by questions; questioning formally.

Sparkling or shining brightly. scintillating Sparkling or shining brightly.

Showing too much pride in oneself. arrogant Showing too much pride in oneself.

repress To hold back emotions.

A person who does not stay long in one place. nomad A person who does not stay long in one place.

In a state of rest or inactivity. dormant In a state of rest or inactivity.