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Jo has received bewildering praise and blame for the novel she changed to satisfy many advisers. This passage shows what remains after the first pain of criticism.
Her family and friends administered comfort and commendation liberally; yet it was a hard time for sensitive, high-spirited Jo, who meant so well, and had apparently done so ill. But it did her good, ...
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Narration Prompt
Write a short narration from Jo's writing 'vortex' to the reviews of her printed novel, including why she seeks advice, what she changes, and what she learns.
Discussion Questions
- Jo values the prize letter more than the money, yet she uses the money to help Beth, Marmee, and the household. What do these responses suggest about what success means to her?
- Mr. March wants the novel to wait and ripen, while Mrs. March thinks publication will teach Jo. Which parent gives the wiser advice for this moment, and what does the other parent notice that still matters?
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Vocabulary
Item 1
Complete freedom from restraint, as Jo gives herself wholly to writing
Item 2
Very discouraged and low in hope after intense work
Item 3
Making a firm decision, as Jo decides to enter the contest
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