Download “The Aquatic Uncle” reading by clicking here.
After reading “The Aquatic Uncle”, please address the questions below in a written response. Your response should be approximately 300 words. You are expected to proofread, spellcheck, and revise your writing to ensure the clarity of your ideas.
Several themes emerge in this story; which themes interested you the most? Why?
There are instances in this story where Calvino seems to draw symbolic connections to issues faced by contemporary humans. What issues are most evident to you, and what do you think Calvino is trying to suggest about the issues?
What else stood out to you as you read this story? What surprised you? What resonated the most with you? What was most memorable? Why?
Please post your response on the class website by following these steps:
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– Create a new post by clicking at the top of the page on the “+ New” button
– Once the content screen comes up, check the “Project 1” box to the right to put the post in the right category
– Paste your response into text box provided
– So that I can give you credit for your work, be sure to put your name in the title of the post
– Push the “publish” button on the right when you’re finished so that your post will show up on the site