While not all classes had the opportunity to chat about Walton, those that did seem to find it quite a coincidence that this non-protagonist happens to have hubris, a self-taught education, and a wanting of becoming almost a "god" capable of acts no other man has ever done! Hmm...sounds familiar?
F.Y.I. If you happened to have not presented your Wollstonecraft chapter, this needs to be competed by the end of the week after school. Make sure to schedule your 4 minutes - otherwise, you lose out on the points.
2: We wrapped up the Wollstonecraft presentations, which means tomorrow will be the opportunity to talk about Walton - and not just letter one! Make sure to read letters 2-4, adding Walton quotes and characterization AND setting up a chart for the newly arrived Victor Frankenstein.
4 & 7: After our presentations, we had a fascinating discussion regarding Walton - and with non-repeating quotes - and his characterization (hence, the above comments regarding hubris, education, and dreams of grandeur to create a mythological figure and reputation). For next time, add to your Walton charts in letters 2-4 AND create a chart for Victor Frankenstein to amp up his characterization.
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