1. A Worn Path by Eudora Welty

2. Diction, Denotation, and Connotation
An author’s choice of words
Denotation
The dictionary definition of a word
Connotation
The feelings associated with a word

3. Story Time! Take out a piece of paper Draw a line down the middle
Write “Positive” at the top on the left and “Negative” at the top on the right
As we listen to the story, write down words that give you a positive or negative feeling in their proper columns

4. Listen and Discuss
Listen
Discuss

5. Wrapping Up
When does the action begin to create a problem or conflict?
When does the problem become most urgent?