Weekend HW

The students are to read chapter 7 of April Morning, "The Afternoon." They must also complete the following assignment:

April Morning
“The Afternoon2”
20pts
What is the approximate time of day this part of the story takes place? How do you know?

War has taken its toll on Adam. It is not a game or exciting any more. What does Adam want to do in the beginning of this chapter?

What special responsibility is on Adam’s shoulders because he is Moses Cooper’s son?

(164) What does Adam mean when he says, "We were in the grip of a force outside of ourselves."

Adam falls asleep in the midst of the battle along the road. He awakens to hear the Reverend and Simmons speaking of him. They speak of him as if he were dead. What do they say about him?

It was a bad time coming home, uncomfortable and heartbreaking. What has happened to Mother? Granny? And Levi?

How does Adam find some peace and happiness with the death of his father? (184-85)