DO NOW : Review some of the laws (277-278) that the Taliban announce, particularly those pertaining to women.  

Objectives:

• identify examples of the themes of oppression and gendered expectations in 1000 Splendid Suns;
• conduct and present research findings about gender oppression.

Agenda:

1. do now

2. In a google doc, write a small paragraph answering: why does Laila seems to have a more difficult time accepting these laws than Mariam? Give specific references.

3. Group discussion: (pg. 287)- Mariam's realization about motherhood/sacrifice

4. Comedy Central: interview with Malala

5. Work time: Activism blog

HW: Read Chapters 41-44  + 3-2-1 Discussion Journals