Showing posts with label O. Henry. Show all posts
Showing posts with label O. Henry. Show all posts

March 09, 2023

#08-291: The Cisco Kid

A TV version of the Cisco Kid and his sidekick Pancho (Wikimedia)

Note: The Cisco Kid is best known as a hero. Who knew that in his first appearance he was a murderous desperado?


Get Ready: Is it possible for person--real or imaginary--to be both a "good guy" and a terrible person? Must people always be one or the other? Think of some examples to prove your point.


May 25, 2022

#08-211: The Ransom of Red Chief

"From that moment Bill's spirit was broken"
(Wikipedia)

Note: "O. Henry" is famous for his surprise endings; this story features one of the best!


Get Ready: Have you ever had to deal with a difficult child? How did he or she behave? How did you deal with it?