Authors often choose names based on what they symbolize (Grant is generous, Joy is happy) or what they may allude to (Adam or Eve to the Genesis account of mankind’s origin). Montag’s name in Fahrenheit 451 refers to a brand of paper; Faber refers to a brand of pencil (the relationship between pencil and paper can be seen in the relationship between the two men). As the protagonist of your own story, your life, what does your name say about you?
Collect the following information, then create a poster (8.5 x 11—regular paper size—or larger) displaying everything you know about your name.
What does your name mean (first, middle, last)—You may look it up in a baby-naming book at a bookstore or online at a site like babynamesworld.parentsconnect.com. Last names can be found at genealogy.familyeducation.com.
If possible, ask your parents why they chose the name(s) they gave you and write down their response(s).
How much is your name a part of your identity? What do you feel your name “says” about you? If you changed your name would you become a different person? Why or why not? Include this information in your poster, too.
Due: April 23rd—you may orally present your poster in class for extra credit.
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