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Fishbowl Preparation
Directions: Prompt: What is the most significant claim that Steinbeck is making in regards to issues of the Great
Depression? Which formal elements MOST contribute to or help him establish this claim? Gather evidence that
supports your claim and can help you during the fishbowl activity. Your evidence should come from both Of
Mice and Men and Grapes of Wrath.

Your claim in response to the prompt:

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 Active Listening Notes for Fishbowl
Directions: As you observe and participate in the fishbowl activity, chart the arguments that are presented, any
counterarguments that are presented, and add your own thoughts or opinions to those arguments that will help
you to participate in discussion and effectively complete an argument of your own.

Arguments Counterarguments Personal Thoughts