Billy Pilgrim is the son of an American barber. He serves as a chaplain's assistant in World War II, is captured by the Germans, and he survives the largest massacre in European history--the fire bombing of Dresden. After the war Billy makes a great deal of money as an optometrist, and on his weddin
Slaughterhouse-Five or the Children's Crusade
โ Scribed by Ray Moore
- Publisher
- Ray Moore;Smashwords
- Tongue
- English
- Weight
- 31 KB
- Category
- Fiction
No coin nor oath required. For personal study only.
โฆ Synopsis
The detailed and thorough Study Guide includes a historical introduction, a consideration of the narrative structure, dramatis personnae, chronologies of both the main character, Billy, and the author, as well as combining a supportive commentary with 84 in-depth questions which guide the reader to a deeper understanding of the background, themes, and characters of the text. Even if you know this text well, you will gain new insights.The questions are designed to stimulate thought and to open up interpretation, not to test. They can be used for self-study, homework, group discussion in class, jigsaw groups, formal presentations, written answers, etc. or just to help enhance your understanding of the book.It also includes activity outlines for chronology activities for students plus an activity for the reader on the figurative language used in the guide.
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