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- IB English Summer Reading 2018-2019 Students
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IB Summer Reading for the 2018-2019 School Year
Welcome to International Baccalaureate! Your IB journey begins this summer by reading The Old Man and the Sea by Ernest Hemingway. Read and annotate the novel, and be prepared for class discussions. You should label themes, symbols, and language you find interesting or important. Below is a list of symbols, motifs, and themes to consider while you read.
Themes:
Pride – Pride in a job well done, even if it draws one unnecessarily into a situation, is a positive trait.
Worthiness - A man must constantly demonstrate his worthiness through noble actions.
Unity – There is unity between man and nature.
Heroism – Triumph over crushing adversity is the heart of heroes.
Manhood – To be a man is to behave with honor and dignity; to succumb to suffering; to accept one’s duty without complaint, and to display self-control.
Success – An indefatigable spirit is more important than material possessions. Inner spiritual success is more important than tangible items.
Motifs:
Baseball
Tragic hero
Masculine vs. Feminine
Christian allegory
Friendship
Youth vs. Age
Symbols:
The Old Man
Manolin
Sharks
Lions on the beach
The marlin
The skiff
The mast
The harpoon
Joe DiMaggio