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Though focused on the rowing team, The Boys in the Boat pays homage to the values and ingenuity that defined America’s Greatest Generation. How does Brown use the story of Joe Rantz and the Washington Rowing team as a lens for understanding American life, values, and culture during the Depression? It may be helpful to consider these points as you formulate a response:
Teaching Suggestion: Students may benefit from copies of the bulleted questions to refer to while discussing.
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