An Introduction to Pakistan
After scanning the article and the link Exploring Pakistan, imagine the "The Wagon" being set in another geographic area of the country—mountain, lush valley, or desert. How would you describe a sunset in one of these areas? Write a paragraph describing the three men in Asghar's story silhouetted against sunset in another region of Pakistan.

Alley Katt’s Place – Color of Emotions
Two colors are predominant throughout "The Wagon." Find the two major colors in the story and then look at the chart on this site for a description of the emotions they might provoke. What, if any, psychological effect do these colors add to the story? Do you agree with the site's associations for other colors listed on the chart? Write your answers in the Web Links Activity Log.