A Mysterious Past

Instructions: Shane 's past remains a mystery in the story. Prepare a short biography of Shane, using your imagination to fill in the gaps of his life story. Remain true to the facts in the novel while adding the details.

The Gunfighter

Instructions: Read this description of Shane the gunfighter from the novel, Shane by Jack Schaefer, and create a story about where this person is going and what happens in the saloon.

"He was dressed as he was that first day when he rode into our lives, in that dark and worn magnificence from the black hat with its wide curling brim to the soft black boots. But what caught your eye was the single flash of white, the outer ivory plate on the grip of the gun, showing sharp and distinct against the dark material of the trousers."

Fifth Expedition

Directions: We are going to write a story about an experience Captain Black has on planet Mars by having all team members add a few lines over the course of 4 days. When all participants have entered a few entries, then we will complete the story with writing a conclusion.


The Fifth Expedition

The sky was a deep, dark blood red color in the early morning as Captain Black of the Fifth Expedition breathed slowly in the hot, stiffling Martian air.