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The novel includes a huge twist toward the end. What clues before this moment reveal Theo’s role in Gabriel’s death? Consider the following questions as you develop your ideas:
Teaching Suggestion: Consider pausing and discussing immediate reactions after reading Part 4, Chapter 21, as this could build student engagement. Students might want to discuss when they first suspected Theo or if the twist was a complete surprise to them. During reading, the class could post predictions or clues and add to the list as the mystery builds, which would provide support for the larger discussion at the end.
Differentiation Suggestion: For advanced learners, consider expanding the discussion to include analysis of style. Students could discuss how the format, perspective shifts, diction, and other literary strategies provide the reader with clues. Students with executive functioning differences may appreciate the opportunity to create a timeline with a group during class or as a take-home assignment prior to beginning the Discussion/Analysis Prompt.
By Alex Michaelides