Exploring Characters and Themes in Post-WWI Germany

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Delve into the intricacies of characters like Rudy Steiner and Hans Huberman in the backdrop of post-World War I Germany under the influence of Hitler and the Nazis. Analyze direct and indirect characterizations, discuss the impact of historical events on families like Rudy's, and compare characters like Hans and Alex Stiner. Engage in group discussions, Venn diagrams, and partner activities to deepen your understanding of the period. Homework includes readings and analytical tasks to further explore the themes.

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Reading Quiz Clear your desk of everything but a pen or pencil

Class Discussion: What happened to Germany after WWI? What did Hitler offer the citizens of Germany? What was the result of both of these things?

Direct Characterization The narrator blatantly tells you something about the character: I most definitely can be cheerful just don t ask me to be nice. Nice has nothing to do with me. She was five feet, one inch tall her cooking was atrocious she possessed the unique ability to aggravate almost everyone she ever met

Indirect Characterization It is not blatantly spelled out by the narrator what kind of person this character is, however it is strongly implied: It took fifteen minutes to coax her from the car. It was the tall man who did it. Quietly Each morning he was a few feet away from her, crumpled, almost halved, in the chair. He never used the other bed

Rudy Steiner What does his character reveal about children living in Nazi Germany?

Discuss with your group: What effect will Hitler and the Nazi s have on Rudy and his family? Consider: What did the difference between Pre-Nazi Germany and Nazi Germany likely mean for people like Rudy s family?

Hans Huberman (take out your homework from last night) Discuss the scenes you found that characterized Hans Huberman, and, with your group, predict how he would react to the situations on your sheet

Hans Vs Alex Make a Venn Diagram and compare and contrast Hans Huberman and Alex Stiner, while considering: How did the two react to the Nazi parade? Which of the men is part of the party, which is not? How do they act towards their children? How do they react to Nazi propaganda?