Eng11 Continue discussion: Chosen

September 16, 2009

Bellwork: If you could have design a new dollar bill, what famous American would you put on it and why?

Discussion questions:
1. What circumstances led to the destruction of the great Jewish community in Poland?
2. Explain the teachings of Israel (Besht’s) known as Hasidism?
3. Explain two ways that the Talmud can be studied. Which way does Reuven’s father prefer?
4. Why do you believe is Reb Saunders raising Danny in silence?
5. In what way is Reuven a buffer between Danny and his father. What lesson from Jewish history lets you know that Reuven is in a dangerous situation?

Homework: read Chapter 9, The Chosen