AT 17
By Shelia Morehead

Write a definition for each of the following words:

Gender: __________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Masculinity:
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Traditional: __________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

In the boxes below compile a list of words describing the traditional ideas associated with males and females.

Males
Females

In your workbooks write a paragraph response to the following question.

Are these versions of gender still relevant in out contemporary society? Explain.

Write a brief summary of the story listing the key events.

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Describe the setting of the story using quotes and explain what mood and atmosphere is created. Remember the mood changes after the arrival of the girl.

The youth alone
Evidence (direct quote)
Effect

After the girl arrives
Evidence (direct quote)
Effect

Why do you think the mood and atmosphere changes after the arrival of the girl?

As you read and analyse the story make notes about each character below. Consider what they represent, how they are constructed and what our response is to them.

Male youth
Female youth

Reread the end of the story.

What is the significance of the ending?