False+Sense+of+Control

__**FIRST**__-- explore the existence of the theme throughout the text
** CONSIDER THE FOLLOWING QUESTIONS: ** __** What disappointments do characters face as a result of their false sense of control? **__ __** How do characters become humbled or become enlightened (personally grow) in realizing their false sense of control? **__
 * At what different times do some characters reveal a false sense of control over situations? **
 * A sense of permanency surfaces at times, yet how do characters overcome it? **
 * What ideas or possessions do characters attempt to control as a way to seek purpose for themselves? **

**__SECOND__**--connect the theme to 21st century America by searching and reviewing current media.
** CONSIDER THE FOLLOWING QUESTIONS: ** __** Within our society, what ideas or possessions do individuals attempt to control as a way to seek purpose for themselves? **__
 * In what way do individuals hold a false sense of control over situations? **
 * A sense of permanency surfaces in situations within our society at times, yet how do individuals overcome it? **
 * What disappointments do individuals face in our society as a result of their false sense of control? **
 * What individuals have become humbled or have become enlightened (personally grown) in realizing their false sense of control? **