Today, we are reading “The Father” by Hugh Garner.

Once you have finished reading, use Text2Mind or Bubbl to create a mind map showing the different types of conflict found in the story. We will then be using our chart from last day to relate “The Father” to our own lives. You can make a chart on your own, or use this template: Conflict Chart 2.

Then, please complete the Short Story Summary for “The Father“.

In your journal, please consider the following and respond in 2-3 proper paragraphs:

What is the main  conflict in “The Father”? Does it get resolved? Why or why not? What do you think the author, Hugh Garner, is trying to communicate or teach us about life through his story?

Please use a quote from the story to support your thoughts.