Reading Response: Bloodchild/A Very Old Man with Enormous Wings
300-500 words/ no AI
For this reading response:
1) Read and annotate “Bloodchild” by Octavia E. Butler and “A Very Old Man with Enormous Wings: A Tale for Children” by Gabriel Garca Mrquez.
2) Choose one story for this response.
3) This is a creative assignment: imagine you are the Very Old Man or you are the boy or the alien from Bloodchild — what are you thinking about during this story? Write an interior monologue from the point of view of one of these characters, expanding on their thoughts, feelings, hopes, fears, memories, etc… have fun with it!
No APA formatting required.
Be ready to share these ideas in class.
Rubric
Reading Response: Bloodchild/A Very Old Man with Enormous Wings
| Criteria | Ratings | Pts |
|---|---|---|
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This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeSummarizes plot |
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0.5 pts |
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This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeStates the theme(s) |
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0.5 pts |
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This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeStates the tone(s) |
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0.5 pts |
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This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeAnalytical section is separate, well-written, well-structured, and completely addresses the prompt with accuracy, analysis, and evidence. |
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1.5 pts |
Total Points: 3
