Ga Virtual Learning: Realism: "The Outcasts of Poker Flat" by Bret Harte

This lesson focuses on the short story "The Outcasts of Poker Flat" by Bret Harte who uses stereotypical but realistic characters to invent the culture of the "Old West." This story is an example of Regionalism, a sbu-genre of Realism. It features links to the text of the short story and a PDF study guide. After reading the story, students are expected to complete an self-assessment activity about it.