Last night we were introduced into a world where firemen did not put out flames - they ignited them. Instead of extinguishing fires, they burned books and houses. And, according to our protagonist Montag, it was done happily. While we may quickly assume it is wrong to destroy all books, is it always wrong? If books are a gateway to knowledge and freedom - especially in the school setting for young minds - is there ever a reason any book should be banned from the public?
Your task for the next few days is to research a banned or challenged book in the US. It can be a book that was historically banned/challenged or is now currently being banned/challenged. This is an individual test grade. Here are your requirements:
1. Minimum of two authentic sources on the book you choose.
2. One page written report. Parenthetical citation of at least two sources in report.
(Use a mixture of summary/direct quotes).
A. The report should explain WHAT the book is about (author, plot, summary, etc.)
B. The report should explain WHY the book is/was banned or challenged.
C. The report should explain HOW YOU feel about the book. Give your personal opinion such
as: Should it have been banned? Why or why not? etc.
3. A Keynote presentation of your banned book and your opinion.
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