1. Bellwork:
What is the tension in “Everyday Use”? Identify the central conflict. Is there a “right answer” to the conflict?
Style: What is the author’s style of writing in comparison to Bradbury’s?
Remember: The narrator is not always the voice of the author!

2. Characterization
Dee
Narrator
Maggie

3. Characterization Pamphlet
“Everyday Use”
Characterization Pamphlet

4. Cover Panel
Title/Author
Image
Name/Date/Period

5. Three Inside Panels Dee/Narrator/Maggie
Find at least 2-3 quotes for each individual that helped you infer their character traits.
Look for:
Appearance, Speech, Actions, Thoughts, and How Others React

6. Example of Quote Analysis
Don’t just summarize and say, “Mrs. Jones was a large woman”.
USE QUOTES:
Mrs. Jones was an independent woman who could take care of herself. Even though it was “eleven at night, she walked down the street alone” (53). Clearly, she can take care of herself.

7. Back Panels
Theme: Message of the story (Think traditions, valuing family heritage)
Evaluation: Who do you think is “correct” in their interpretation of traditions/heritage? Make an argument (without using “I”!) that explains your stance.