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1 Stores opening on thanksgiving Day is not something to be thankful for
By: Heather Long

2 Comprehension questions – answers may be in phrases.
What three qualities does the author believe Thanksgiving should represent? What is Black Friday? Define gizmo as used in the text. What literary device is being used in the phrase “gobbled up by greed,” and what does it mean? Define morph as used in the text.

3 Answer in complete sentences using part of the question in your answer.
Explain this quote: “You would think that Memorial Day and Veterans Day, created to be deep moments of national reflection about the cost of our freedom, were just extra days to shop.” What does the author mean by the term irony when mentioning that children often play with the box instead of the toy? What is the main purpose of the Facebook campaign mentioned by the author?

4 Explain how the author uses the following as a comparison to support her claim.
Veterans Day Wal-Mart Independence Day foreign retailers tradition immigrants and farmers

5 State the author’s point of view in this article
State the author’s point of view in this article. Support your claim with at least one direct quote from the text. What is your personal point of view? Answer in detail with sound reasoning. Considering the information presented in the article, the author’s point of view is One of Long’s arguments is ___ Long argues, “ ” (PAGE # here). Another point she makes is I feel……. For example/One reason this is my point of view is because….. Total: 5 sentences minimum

6 Discussion Topics: Should stores be open on thanksgiving? Why or why not? Are you shopping on thanksgiving? Is black Friday shopping a tradition or a “big deal” to you? Explain. What are alternatives to shopping at stores (can people still shop?) Explain. Do you know anyone working at a retailer or restaurant on Thanksgiving? How do they feel about it?

7 Additional Videos and Resources 
shoppers-expected-on-black-friday money/2015/11/25/why-i-wont-shop-on-thanksgiving- weekend 5/11/26/thanksgiving-day-shoppers-jump-on-black- friday-deals/ thanksgiving-day-hours-sales-2015/

8 Extra Credit Options: Please look over your worksheet and my website for requirement and grading information. 6 options Due Wednesday, December 2nd (NO LATE WORK).

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