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Attention Getter: "No matter how unjust a convict may be, he loves fairness more than anything else. If the people placed over him are unfair, from year to year he lapses into an embittered state characterized by an extreme lack of faith"- Anton Chekhov.Transition: This quote from Anton Chekhov summarizes one of the most evident conflicts that Griffin Bing, a 12 year old boy, struggles with during the course of the novel as he skirmishes with discrimination and unfairness based on his past.Purpose Statement: Today, I will inform you about the plot and theme of Framed by Gordon Korman.

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PlotA. exposition: The exposition creates an effective beginning that is able to create an exciting plot.1. setting: Cedarville, a small town in the northeast of the United States, modern day.2. background information: Early November, the kids are just getting in to the swing of school as football season and the school play begin.

3. main characters:a. Griffin - a very intelligent twelve year-old boy who is always considered to be the "man with a plan"; makes very poor decisions with quick thinking; tries his best to do the right thing but ends up doing wrong.b. Principal Egan - very strict; "judges a book by its cover"; smart middle-aged man who has a passion for hating those that make repeated mistakes and does not treat them fairly; occasionally his discrimination is limited and he shows some flashes of integrity and trust.

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conflicts: There is two vital conflicts developed thoroughly in the novel.1. man vs. society - Griffin struggles against society in multiple ways; he fights against the law as he is wrongfully accused of crimes he did not commit; he is conflict with his town because people look down on him as a criminal who will never amount to anything.

2. man vs. man - Griffin struggles with Principal Egan's blameworthy actions and words which repeatedly discourages Griffin to remove himself from his trouble stricken past.

C. climax: In the climax all main characters meet in one place in order to solve the mystery; Griffin searches feverishly for redemption and to rid himself of all discrimination; As all characters scramble for the truth Griffin proves his inner pride and integrity as he chooses to do the right thing and return the ring to its rightful owners.

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resolution:1. Griffin's reputation is now restored, he can now live a life free of his shame-filled past and will now be able to contribute to his community as a normal member of society2. Griffin learns to think through his decisions, and he begins to become a better friend, family-member, and person. Griffin states that he no longer wants to be considered a nuisance but instead through his actions become an aid to the people around him.

Transition: Along with a thrilling and appealing plot, there is also a very significant meaning in the theme present in Framed.

II. The theme of Framed is "Man's perseverance through the discrimination of others can give him a stronger character or a foundationless individuality that crumbles under the harsh opinions of others". A. pages 45-47: Principal Egan discovers the missing ring and blames Griffin. B.

pages 225: Principal Egan apologizes for blaming Griffin, Griffin accepts his apology.

II. ConclusionRestatement of Purpose: Today, I hope that I have kept your interest in the novel Framed by sharing you the interesting plot and very significant theme of the novel.Transition: Even though this novel may not seem it applies to you, it teaches us the valuable lesson of not judging others based on outer appearance and the pasts they come from.Clincher: As the Bible teaches through John 7:24. "Do not judge by appearances, but judge with right judgment." This book shows us that even people who are different than us have the right to the same rights we all possess, God doesn't see people from their pasts or how they look on the outside, he sees them for who they truly are as all of us should as well.