Short Fiction Reading #1 ALT assignment
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Read the short story "Futures" by Han Ong (to hear the author read, visit the New Yorker website Links to an external site.): 102 “Futures,” by Han Ong _ The New Yorker.pdf Download 102 “Futures,” by Han Ong _ The New Yorker.pdf
After reading, answer one of the following questions:
- During Toby's conversation with Martin near the end of the story, the narrator states: "As usual, Martin is saying all the right things. Either he has his act down or he is genuine. Most likely both." What does this mean? What do you think this says about how Toby feels about Martin?
- There is a passage in the story in which Toby discusses the differences between Pavel and Martin and the relationship each has with the game of tennis. What do you think this passage says about class and privilege?
Please record your response as a short video (1-2 minutes) and upload to this discussion.