Tuesday 2/26

Journal:  Compare and contrast your view of the world with Mersault's.  Do you share any similar beliefs?  Major differences?  Explain.

1.  Discuss Journal

2.  Activity:  Assume the first person point of view of Mersault, write a short letter to a friend explaining
how you are feeling these days and what your plans for the future are.  *10 mins:  Share.

3.  With a partner, Read Ch. 6 which concludes part 1 of the novel.  In your notebook, record details
that describe the sun and heat in ch. 6.  **Discuss how the sun/heat affect Mersault and consider what this description might convey about Camus' existential world.  
**15 mins:  Share.

4.  Analyze Mersault's actions on the beach.  Attempt to account for his actions.  

**Discuss:  Is he to blame?