Symbolism of Smoke in Long Way Down

Symbolism of Smoke in Long Way Down

Grade 8 · ELA · 45 min

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Learning Objective

I can explain how smoke is used as a symbol in *Long Way Down* to represent death, violence, or uncertainty.

Warm-Up Video

Unknown Channel · 5:00

Why Smoke If Smoking Kills? | 1 Minute #philosophy Symbolic Interactionism George Herbert Mead

Practice Questions

7 questions · Short answer

Exit Ticket

Quick comprehension check

In *Long Way Down*, describe a specific scene where smoke is present and explain how it could symbolize death. Provide an example from *Long Way Down* where the presence of smoke might represent violence or the aftermath of violence. Explain your reasoning.

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