1. Think about the character you used during the “Living the Great Depression” activity. Is your character male or female? How old is your character? What is your character’s position in life? What is your character’s background? Does your character have other people who are dependent on him or her? Everything about a person and his or her background can influence the thoughts and opinions a person has. 2. Next, think of all the details about your character and how they might influence his or her opinions. Fill out a RAFTS chart to identify your character’s point of view when telling about his or her experiences during the