Lesson 3: Cynthia Ann Parker
Handout 1

Parker Discussion Guide

 

Refer to the story about Cynthia Ann Parker to answer the questions. http://www.lone-star.net/mall/texasinfo/CynthiaAnnParker.htm or
http://www.meyna.com/caparker.html
  1. What examples of respect and disrespect are represented in her story?


  2. Was her life respected by the Comanche?


  3. Was her adopted culture respected by the white people?


  4. Were her desires for her own life respected? 


  5. Did anyone intend to do harm to the adult Cynthia? Explain.


Why do you think people who cared about her made such bad decisions for her life?