We took notes on the absurdist hero, the sun motif, and chapters 1 and 2. If you were away, be sure to read Chapters 1 and 2 carefully as these two chapters set the inital conflicts, characters, and setting. Borrow the notes from a classmate. Next, we read the next 4 chapters.
Chapter 3, you will meet key characters.
Chapter 4, read it slowly as it's a key chapter. (It's a short chapter). How do our beliefs colour our experiences? Why doesn't Meursault love Marie? Is he "using" her?
Chapter 5 is mostly plot so you can read it quickly.Why do people fear change?
Chapter 6 is key to PART II of the book. You will find it bewildering. (spoiler alert--why does Meursault shoot the Arab? Arrive next class with your answer. Once you have your answer, try this one, Why does Meursault shoot the Arab four more times--four shots into a lifeless body?
HMMM?
ps
Bonus question: Will Jen quit school to become a busker who works at McDonalds or will she be incarcerated for stealing a flute?
