How you think hamill learned about story the yellow ribbon/ English
Directions: Please read “The Yellow Ribbon” by Pete Hamill. When you have finished reading the article, answer the following questions with at least 250 words per question.
1. The thesis of Hamill’s essay is implied rather than stated directly. See if you can state the thesis in your own words.
2. The main point in paragraph 2 is not stated; it is implied. Write a topic sentence for that paragraph.
3. Hamill writes in paragraph 11 that Vingo seemed very shy. Find at least two pieces of evidence in the essay to support the idea that Vingo was shy.
4. Hamill implies that despite his crime, Vingo was an honorable man. Find evidence that supports that point.
5. Reread the introduction. How do you think Hamill learned about this story?
