Author: Shelly O\'Grady

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Subject English

Level 8th

John Steinbeck is one of the most widely read American writers. He spent much of his life about the common folk of the world. He wrote about everyday men and women with common struggles

What in Steinbeck's life would prompt him to tell the world about farmers, laborers, strikers, and fishermen?

You will create a timeline of a minimum of 5 events in Steinbeck's life that might have influenced the depiction of his characters. Use the websites listed below to research John Steinbeck's family background and life.
Select things you believe influenced him the most.

bold1. Visit these sites to learn about John Steinbeck, and take notes on the most important events in his life.2. Prepare a list of important dates and events that took place in Steinbeck's lifetime. Be prepared to explain what influence these events might have had in his writing.
bold3. Create a timeline of these events on a sheet of notebook paper.
bold4. Be prepared to share your findings to the class.

How You Will Be Grades:
bold Criteria Yes NO
boldDates are accurate. Yes NO
boldDates reflect influence on writing. Yes No
boldTime line prepared neatly Yes NO
boldSpelling is accurate Yes NO