A recapitulation of the requirements:
- Identify at least six different types of figurative language/literary devices
- Identify at least ten examples total
- Identify the type of figurative language/literary device and the quote to which it refers to.
-At the absolute minimum, you should have at least 12-15 slides. Ideally, you should have no less than 6 slides/minute.
SAVE YOUR WORK! AS FREQUENTLY AS POSSIBLE!
Figurative Language Music Video
6/8/10
iMovie Help
To use PowerPoint and Keynote to make slides, follow the directions below.
PowerPoint
1. Design your slides one at a time. Follow the saving process below for each one.
2. Go to "Save As." Under format, choose JPG.
3. Save the file to your desktop. It should be a folder.
4. Open iPhoto. Import the jpg to iPhoto.
5. In iMovie, go to Media and iPhoto. Look in the folder for "Last Roll." Your slide should be in that folder.
Keynote
1. Design your slides one at a time. Follow the saving process below for each one.
2. Go to File and then Export.
3. Click on the Images icon.
4. Save this as a JPG. Set the quality to high.
5. Click Next. Enter the name of your file.
6. Your file should now be in iPhoto.
7. In iMovie, go to Media and iPhoto. Look in the folder for "Last Roll." Your slide should be in that folder.
PowerPoint
1. Design your slides one at a time. Follow the saving process below for each one.
2. Go to "Save As." Under format, choose JPG.
3. Save the file to your desktop. It should be a folder.
4. Open iPhoto. Import the jpg to iPhoto.
5. In iMovie, go to Media and iPhoto. Look in the folder for "Last Roll." Your slide should be in that folder.
Keynote
1. Design your slides one at a time. Follow the saving process below for each one.
2. Go to File and then Export.
3. Click on the Images icon.
4. Save this as a JPG. Set the quality to high.
5. Click Next. Enter the name of your file.
6. Your file should now be in iPhoto.
7. In iMovie, go to Media and iPhoto. Look in the folder for "Last Roll." Your slide should be in that folder.
6/3/10
Thursday, June 3
Assignments:
Friday, June 4: Complete vocabulary practice sheets. You have a 100 word test on Monday! The test will have matching, fill-in-the blank and your own sentences.
Final Project Part I: Due in class on Tuesday, June 8
GOAL: Utilize your knowledge of figurative language terms to create a music video in iMovie. You will analyze the lyrics of the a song of your choice to find examples of figurative language. You must find at least six different types of figurative language in your song and identify at least twelve examples.
Directions: Choose a school-appropriate song (at the very least, a clean edited version) to use for your music video. Complete the following steps.
1. Print out or write down the lyrics.
2. Identify the literary devices and figurative language in the song. Write the term next to the line to which it refers. You must have at least six different types of figurative language/literary terms and twelve examples.
3. Bring this to class on Tuesday.
List of Figurative Language/Literary Terms
Friday, June 4: Complete vocabulary practice sheets. You have a 100 word test on Monday! The test will have matching, fill-in-the blank and your own sentences.
Final Project Part I: Due in class on Tuesday, June 8
GOAL: Utilize your knowledge of figurative language terms to create a music video in iMovie. You will analyze the lyrics of the a song of your choice to find examples of figurative language. You must find at least six different types of figurative language in your song and identify at least twelve examples.
Directions: Choose a school-appropriate song (at the very least, a clean edited version) to use for your music video. Complete the following steps.
1. Print out or write down the lyrics.
2. Identify the literary devices and figurative language in the song. Write the term next to the line to which it refers. You must have at least six different types of figurative language/literary terms and twelve examples.
3. Bring this to class on Tuesday.
List of Figurative Language/Literary Terms
6/1/10
Monday, June 1
In-class assignments:
- Work on word maps (40 for Monday!)
- Find a modern example of satire and post it on the ning.
- Independent Reading time
- I will give you .5 extra credit point for each new, original vocabulary sentence you write (Valid in class today only!)
5/28/10
5/27/10
Thursday, May 27
Homework:
What do you think Shrek is satirizing? What message does the movie send to viewers about life, society or fairy tales? Choose one message you think the movie is sending and explain why. Use examples of the satirical elements you found in the film.
5/25/10
Tuesday, May 25
Warm-up: vocabulary review
Today:
Review vocabulary
Finish "Harrison Bergeron"
Satire Notes
Satire Examples
Assignments:
Word maps for new vocabulary words due Monday, June 7.
Monday June 7 - Cumulative Vocabulary Test
Today:
Review vocabulary
Finish "Harrison Bergeron"
Satire Notes
Satire Examples
Assignments:
Word maps for new vocabulary words due Monday, June 7.
Monday June 7 - Cumulative Vocabulary Test
Monday, May 24
Journal: Do you think that there will ever be true equality on earth? Why is equality something that we should all strive for? Explain your response.
Today:
New vocabulary - Flocabulary is flames! See words listed below.
Begin reading "Harrison Bergeron" by Kurt Vonnegut
Assignments:
Word maps for new vocabulary words due Monday, June 7.
Monday June 7 - Cumulative Vocabulary Test
myopic (v): short-sighted
ratiocinate (v): to think, contemplate, reason
render (v): to say, or to make
recapitulate (v): to repeat, reiterate
loquacious (adj): talkative
verbose (adj): wordy
gregarious (adj): sociable
elocution (n): the skill of clear and expressive speech
circumlocution (n): indirect language
recalcitrant (adj): defiant, rebellious
cogent (adj): intelligent, clear, convincing
seminal (adj): original, groundbreaking, influential
meritorious (adj): deserving reward or praise
redact (v): to revise, edit
placate (v): to appease or calm
tedious (adj): boring, dull
tome (n): a large book
peruse (v): to examine carefully
entomology (n): the study of insects
ostracize (v): to exclude from a community
pariah (n): an outcast
persevere (v): to persist, remain constant
latent (adj): present but hidden
burgeon (v): to come forth, flourish, prosper
diligent (adj): hard-working, careful
paragon (n): model of perfection, epitome
commodious (adj): spacious, roomy
clairvoyant (adj): able to see and detect things that others cannot
cosmopolitan (adj): worldly, sophisticated
vast (adj): enormous, immense
voluminous (adj): large, ample
exorbitant (adj): excessively high, outrageous
extravagant (adj): excessive, over-the-top
colossus (n): an enormous structure
synopsis (n): a summary
cadence (n): inflection of the voice, accent, rhythm
cavort (v): to prance, dance about
boisterous (adj): loud, energetic, lively
daft (adj): insane, foolish
deft (adj): skilled, adept
Today:
New vocabulary - Flocabulary is flames! See words listed below.
Begin reading "Harrison Bergeron" by Kurt Vonnegut
Assignments:
Word maps for new vocabulary words due Monday, June 7.
Monday June 7 - Cumulative Vocabulary Test
myopic (v): short-sighted
ratiocinate (v): to think, contemplate, reason
render (v): to say, or to make
recapitulate (v): to repeat, reiterate
loquacious (adj): talkative
verbose (adj): wordy
gregarious (adj): sociable
elocution (n): the skill of clear and expressive speech
circumlocution (n): indirect language
recalcitrant (adj): defiant, rebellious
cogent (adj): intelligent, clear, convincing
seminal (adj): original, groundbreaking, influential
meritorious (adj): deserving reward or praise
redact (v): to revise, edit
placate (v): to appease or calm
tedious (adj): boring, dull
tome (n): a large book
peruse (v): to examine carefully
entomology (n): the study of insects
ostracize (v): to exclude from a community
pariah (n): an outcast
persevere (v): to persist, remain constant
latent (adj): present but hidden
burgeon (v): to come forth, flourish, prosper
diligent (adj): hard-working, careful
paragon (n): model of perfection, epitome
commodious (adj): spacious, roomy
clairvoyant (adj): able to see and detect things that others cannot
cosmopolitan (adj): worldly, sophisticated
vast (adj): enormous, immense
voluminous (adj): large, ample
exorbitant (adj): excessively high, outrageous
extravagant (adj): excessive, over-the-top
colossus (n): an enormous structure
synopsis (n): a summary
cadence (n): inflection of the voice, accent, rhythm
cavort (v): to prance, dance about
boisterous (adj): loud, energetic, lively
daft (adj): insane, foolish
deft (adj): skilled, adept
5/10/10
Julius Caesar Resources
Use these links to read Julius Caesar scripts online.
Script 1 - Original Shakespearean Language
Script 2 - No Fear Shakespeare
Assignments:
Persuasive Essay Assignment
Julius Caesar Alternate Ending Project
Due Dates:
Wednesday, 5/12: Persuasive Essay Rough Draft
Friday, 5/14: 18-20 Word Maps
Tuesday, 5/18: Project Presentations/turn-in (If you are absent this day, you need a note from a parent!)
Thursday, 5/20: Persuasive Essay Final Draft
Script 1 - Original Shakespearean Language
Script 2 - No Fear Shakespeare
Assignments:
Persuasive Essay Assignment
Julius Caesar Alternate Ending Project
Due Dates:
Wednesday, 5/12: Persuasive Essay Rough Draft
Friday, 5/14: 18-20 Word Maps
Tuesday, 5/18: Project Presentations/turn-in (If you are absent this day, you need a note from a parent!)
Thursday, 5/20: Persuasive Essay Final Draft
5/7/10
Friday, May 7
No warm-up today! 30 minutes of independent reading.
Today:
Assignments:
19-20 Word Maps - Friday, 5/14
JC Alternate Ending Project - Tuesday, 5/18
Persuasive Essay - Thursday, 5/20
Today:
- Take notes on persuasive techniques and rhetorical devices
- Analyze Mark Antony's speech for persuasive techniques and rhetorical devices
- Persuasive Essay Assignment
Assignments:
19-20 Word Maps - Friday, 5/14
JC Alternate Ending Project - Tuesday, 5/18
Persuasive Essay - Thursday, 5/20
Thursday, May 6
No warm-up today!
Today:
Vocabulary 16-17 Quiz
New vocabulary!
Julius Caesar Alternate Ending Project
You will have time in class next week to work on your projects. Final projects are due Tuesday, May 18. If you are not in school that day, you must bring me a note explaining your absence.
Today:
Vocabulary 16-17 Quiz
New vocabulary!
Julius Caesar Alternate Ending Project
You will have time in class next week to work on your projects. Final projects are due Tuesday, May 18. If you are not in school that day, you must bring me a note explaining your absence.
Tuesday, May 4
Journal: If someone killed your best friend or mentor, what would you do and how would you react? Explain.
Today:
Share and present Vocab Picture Projects
Read Mark Antony's speech and finish Act III
No homework tonight!
Today:
Share and present Vocab Picture Projects
Read Mark Antony's speech and finish Act III
No homework tonight!
5/3/10
Monday, May 3
Vocabulary Picture Project due tomorrow!
16-17 Vocab Word Maps due tomorrow!
Vocabulary Quiz on Thursday, 5/6. Twenty old words will be included!
STUDY!
16-17 Vocab Word Maps due tomorrow!
Vocabulary Quiz on Thursday, 5/6. Twenty old words will be included!
STUDY!
4/30/10
Friday, April 30
Warm-up: 30 minutes independent reading! (woo-hoo!!)
Today:
Finish Act II
and Kill Caesar!
Homework:
Answer the questions listed below. You can use these links if you need to refer back to the script.
Don't forget that your vocab word maps and picture charts are due on Tuesday, 5/4.
- What does Brutus say is the only reason he will rebel against Caesar?
- What does the note thrown in Brutus’ window say? What does it mean? Who actually wrote the note?
- Who is Lucius? Why can’t he identify the conspirators?
- Who does Cassius suggest the conspirators assassinate in addition to Caesar? Why does Brutus argue against this plan?
- Who doesn’t allow the conspirators to swear an oath? Why?
- Who is Portia? What does she do to herself to get Brutus to trust her? What does Brutus promise her?
- What does Calpurnia dream about?
- Who persuades Caesar to go to the Senate house? How?
- What is the purpose of Artemidorus’ letter?
- What is wrong with Portia?
- What does Portia ask Lucius to do?
- On what date does Act II take place?
4/29/10
Thursday, April 29
Journal: Do you believe in omens and horoscopes? Can another person predict what will happen in your life?
Today:
Finish II.2
Compare Shakespeare's play to Plutarch's version
Homework:
Do you think that Marcus Brutus' intentions are good or bad? Do you think he is truly planning to kill Caesar to save Rome or do you think he has an ulterior motive? Write a one-page response explaining your opinion.
Assignments:
New Independent Reading Book Post due today!
Vocabulary Picture Cards due Tuesday, 5/4
Word Maps for 16-17 Vocab due Tuesday, 5/4
Today:
Finish II.2
Compare Shakespeare's play to Plutarch's version
Homework:
Do you think that Marcus Brutus' intentions are good or bad? Do you think he is truly planning to kill Caesar to save Rome or do you think he has an ulterior motive? Write a one-page response explaining your opinion.
Assignments:
New Independent Reading Book Post due today!
Vocabulary Picture Cards due Tuesday, 5/4
Word Maps for 16-17 Vocab due Tuesday, 5/4
4/28/10
Wednesday, April 28
Today:
Vocabulary 14-15 Quiz
New vocabulary words (16-17)
Assignments: Vocab Picture Cards due Tuesday, 5/4
Vocab 16-17 Word Maps due Tuesday, 5/4
English 2 Vocabulary Words
Vocabulary 14-15 Quiz
New vocabulary words (16-17)
Assignments: Vocab Picture Cards due Tuesday, 5/4
Vocab 16-17 Word Maps due Tuesday, 5/4
English 2 Vocabulary Words
4/27/10
4/26/10
Monday, April 26
Warm-up: Notes on plot diagrams for tragedies.
Today:
Vocabulary Quiz on Wednesday
Post your new book on Ning by Thursday
Julius Caesar Act I questions - due tomorrow!
1. What part of the plot diagram does Act I constitute?
scene i
2. When does the opening scene take place? What holiday is it?
3. Why does Marullus criticize the mob?
scene ii
4. Who is Calpurnia? What is wrong with her? What does Caesar ask Antony to do to help her?
5. What does the soothsayer tell Caesar? Of which literary technique is this an example?
6. What is Caesar’s reaction to the soothsayer?
7. Caesar says if he feared anyone, it would be whom?
8. Who offers Caesar the crown? How many times?
9. What kind of disorder does Caesar have? What is the ancient Roman term for it?
10. What happens to Marullus and Flavius?
11. Who are the conspirators?
12. How does Cassius plan to get Brutus to join the conspiracy?
scene iii
13. What are two of the strange occurrences?
14. To whom does Cassius compare the night of unnatural events?
15. What does Cassius say he will do if Caesar is crowned?
16. Why do the conspirators want Brutus on their side?
Today:
- Finish I.3 together
- Silent Act I re-caps
Vocabulary Quiz on Wednesday
Post your new book on Ning by Thursday
Julius Caesar Act I questions - due tomorrow!
1. What part of the plot diagram does Act I constitute?
scene i
2. When does the opening scene take place? What holiday is it?
3. Why does Marullus criticize the mob?
scene ii
4. Who is Calpurnia? What is wrong with her? What does Caesar ask Antony to do to help her?
5. What does the soothsayer tell Caesar? Of which literary technique is this an example?
6. What is Caesar’s reaction to the soothsayer?
7. Caesar says if he feared anyone, it would be whom?
8. Who offers Caesar the crown? How many times?
9. What kind of disorder does Caesar have? What is the ancient Roman term for it?
10. What happens to Marullus and Flavius?
11. Who are the conspirators?
12. How does Cassius plan to get Brutus to join the conspiracy?
scene iii
13. What are two of the strange occurrences?
14. To whom does Cassius compare the night of unnatural events?
15. What does Cassius say he will do if Caesar is crowned?
16. Why do the conspirators want Brutus on their side?
Julius Caesar Online
Use these links to read Julius Caesar scripts online.
Script 1 - Original Shakespearean Language
Script 2 - No Fear Shakespeare
Script 1 - Original Shakespearean Language
Script 2 - No Fear Shakespeare
4/25/10
Friday, April 23
Vocabulary Quiz on Wednesday, 4/28! Study your word maps. There will be 20 cumulative words on the quiz.
4/21/10
Wednesday, April 21
Warm-up: Answer the following questions using the vocabulary words!
1. What do you aspire to be in the future?
2. What is something you are cynical about?
3. What is your favorite diversion?
4. What do you do to alleviate emotional pain?
5. What types of things are you covert about? Why?
Today:
Julius Caesar skits
Julius Caesar background and history
Due Dates:
Final copy of descriptive essay due Friday, 4/16
Word maps due Friday, 4/16
New Independent Reading book due Friday, 4/16
Extra Credit:
Bring in examples of Julius Caesar in modern life! Find allusions, references or parodies of the play that are adapted to today's society. You may find examples in books, articles, TV shows, movies, etc.
10 points extra credit for each example. You must explain your examples to the class. If you have audio or visual, bring it in!
Movie versions do not count! First person to bring in each example will get the credit.
(maximum of 30 points extra credit total)
1. What do you aspire to be in the future?
2. What is something you are cynical about?
3. What is your favorite diversion?
4. What do you do to alleviate emotional pain?
5. What types of things are you covert about? Why?
Today:
Julius Caesar skits
Julius Caesar background and history
Due Dates:
Final copy of descriptive essay due Friday, 4/16
Word maps due Friday, 4/16
New Independent Reading book due Friday, 4/16
Extra Credit:
Bring in examples of Julius Caesar in modern life! Find allusions, references or parodies of the play that are adapted to today's society. You may find examples in books, articles, TV shows, movies, etc.
10 points extra credit for each example. You must explain your examples to the class. If you have audio or visual, bring it in!
Movie versions do not count! First person to bring in each example will get the credit.
(maximum of 30 points extra credit total)
4/20/10
Tuesday, April 20
Your final draft of essays: Friday, April 23
Word Maps: Friday, April 23
Independent Reading Book #3: You should have a NEW book for this Friday!
Word Maps: Friday, April 23
Independent Reading Book #3: You should have a NEW book for this Friday!
4/15/10
Thursday, April 15
Today's Class Assignment
1. Read "How to Eat a Guava" on pages 543-544 in the purple book. Pay close attention to the author's use of imagery and description!
2. Read "The Tropics of New York" on page 545.
4. On page 546, answer questions 4, 6 (make the chart), 7 and 9.
5. Read "Comparing Literature." Make the comparison chart for the story and poem.
Study for your vocabulary test on Friday!
Work on your Descriptive Essay Rough Draft!
1. Read "How to Eat a Guava" on pages 543-544 in the purple book. Pay close attention to the author's use of imagery and description!
2. Read "The Tropics of New York" on page 545.
4. On page 546, answer questions 4, 6 (make the chart), 7 and 9.
5. Read "Comparing Literature." Make the comparison chart for the story and poem.
Study for your vocabulary test on Friday!
Work on your Descriptive Essay Rough Draft!
Wednesday, April 15
Today's Class Assignment:
1. Complete the vocabulary practice sheet.
2. Write a one-page description of your favorite item or possession. Include imagery and figurative language. Use at least ten vocabulary words (including previous weeks' words) in your description.
3. Finish your Descriptive Essay brainstorm!
4. Finish any work from "I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings."
5. Begin writing your rough draft of your Descriptive Essay.
6. Study for your vocabulary quiz Friday!
1. Complete the vocabulary practice sheet.
2. Write a one-page description of your favorite item or possession. Include imagery and figurative language. Use at least ten vocabulary words (including previous weeks' words) in your description.
3. Finish your Descriptive Essay brainstorm!
4. Finish any work from "I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings."
5. Begin writing your rough draft of your Descriptive Essay.
6. Study for your vocabulary quiz Friday!
4/13/10
Tuesday, April 13
Descriptive Essay Assignment
Due Dates
Brainstorm: 4/14
Rough Draft: 4/19
Final Draft (typed): 4/23
Today's classwork:
Complete the following assignment from the African American Literature Book:
1. Read "I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings" pages 33-41.
2. Answer the "Interpreting Meanings" questions on page 42 (1-4)
3. Read "Recognizing Simile and Metaphor" and find three more examples of each
4. Read the "Descriptive Writing" section (continues to page 43). Find three other examples from the selection where words and details create an image that is interesting and vivid.
Vocabulary Quiz on Friday! Study!
Due Dates
Brainstorm: 4/14
Rough Draft: 4/19
Final Draft (typed): 4/23
Today's classwork:
Complete the following assignment from the African American Literature Book:
1. Read "I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings" pages 33-41.
2. Answer the "Interpreting Meanings" questions on page 42 (1-4)
3. Read "Recognizing Simile and Metaphor" and find three more examples of each
4. Read the "Descriptive Writing" section (continues to page 43). Find three other examples from the selection where words and details create an image that is interesting and vivid.
Vocabulary Quiz on Friday! Study!
4/8/10
Thursday, April 8
Study for your poetry test tomorrow! Review poetry terms (figurative language, types of poetry, etc.) and be ready to analyze and write about poetry.
4/7/10
Tuesday, April 6
Warm-up:
1. Write about a time you had to contrive an excuse.
2. Have you ever felt qualms about something you did in the past?
3. What do you think is a good incentive for getting good grades?
Today:
1. Finish poetry scavenger hunt from yesterday
2. Ballads - Jabberwocky and "The Cruel Mother"
Sonnet power point
Ballad power point
Assignments:
Word maps
Poetry Projects due tomorrow!
1. Write about a time you had to contrive an excuse.
2. Have you ever felt qualms about something you did in the past?
3. What do you think is a good incentive for getting good grades?
Today:
1. Finish poetry scavenger hunt from yesterday
2. Ballads - Jabberwocky and "The Cruel Mother"
Sonnet power point
Ballad power point
Assignments:
Word maps
Poetry Projects due tomorrow!
4/5/10
Monday, April 5
Journal: How was your spring weekend? What did you do? Are you happy to be back in school?
Today:
New vocabulary!
Poetry Scavenger Hunt
Assignments:
Poetry Project due Wednesday!
20 word maps due Friday
Today:
New vocabulary!
Poetry Scavenger Hunt
Assignments:
Poetry Project due Wednesday!
20 word maps due Friday
3/25/10
Thursday, March 25
Journal:
Why didn't they tell you? Write about something your parents kept a secret from you or write about a secret you kept from your parents.
Today:
Assignment:
Why didn't they tell you? Write about something your parents kept a secret from you or write about a secret you kept from your parents.
Today:
- Round 3 of March Madness
- Finish my boo Willy's sonnets
- Claude McKay "If We Must Die"
- Haikus!
Assignment:
- 4 haikus - two about your daily life, two for a vocabulary word
- 20 Word Maps for chapters 9-10 are due Friday
- Warm-ups are due Friday
- Vocabulary quiz on Monday
- All grades close Tuesday!
3/24/10
Wednesday, March 24
Journal:
Where does a smile come from? Write about the person from your past or present who made or makes you smile the most.
Today:
Where does a smile come from? Write about the person from your past or present who made or makes you smile the most.
Today:
- Round 2 of March Madness Poetry
- Finish Sonnets (holla at my boo!
- Grades and make-up work
- Winners from today need to find a new poem for Round 3 on Thursday! Sweet Sixteen :)
- 20 Word Maps for chapters 9-10 are due Friday
- Warm-ups are due Friday
Tuesday, March 23
Warm-up:
Today:
Assignments:
- In order to hide his vulnerability, Chris...
- Sometimes, it's difficult to decipher...
- The most sinister thing I have ever done is...
- My mom is constantly scrutinizing me, so...
- Because our art project is so intricate, I...
- What constitutes your idea of a perfect date?
Today:
- Finish Round 1
- Collect This I Believe essays
- Begin metrical feet and sonnets with my boo, Willy
Assignments:
- Winners from today and yesterday need to find a new poem for Round 2 on Wednesday!
- 20 Word Maps for chapters 9-10 are due Friday
- Warm-ups are due Friday
Monday, March 22
Happy First Day of Spring!
Today:
We skipped a warm-up and started the first half of Round 1 of March Madness Poetry.
Benchmark test
Countee Cullen "Tableau" and "Incident" - Read both poems in the African American Lit book on page 342 and answer questions #1-8 on the following page.
Assignments:
Today:
We skipped a warm-up and started the first half of Round 1 of March Madness Poetry.
Benchmark test
Countee Cullen "Tableau" and "Incident" - Read both poems in the African American Lit book on page 342 and answer questions #1-8 on the following page.
Assignments:
- Anyone who didn't read today should be ready to read tomorrow!
- Winners from today need to find a new poem for Round 2 on Wednesday!
- 20 Word Maps for chapters 9-10 are due Friday
- Warm-ups are due Friday
3/19/10
March Madness Monday Presenters
Period 2:
Rory
Steven
Keyana
Janiece
James
Sharifa
Ruby
Jasmine
Marcus
Myles
Briana
Lauren
Period 3
Shaquille
John
Tarron
Daquan
Charnique
Lynnae
Asia
Chelsea
Alex
Jazzmon
Kris
Laborah
Rory
Steven
Keyana
Janiece
James
Sharifa
Ruby
Jasmine
Marcus
Myles
Briana
Lauren
Period 3
Shaquille
John
Tarron
Daquan
Charnique
Lynnae
Asia
Chelsea
Alex
Jazzmon
Kris
Laborah
Friday, March 19
Journal:
What do you like the most and the least about your age? Explain.
Today:
30 minutes of Independent Reading
Review Figurative Language Terms Maps
March Madness Poetry
Homework:
What do you like the most and the least about your age? Explain.
Today:
30 minutes of Independent Reading
Review Figurative Language Terms Maps
March Madness Poetry
Homework:
- Choose your poem and be ready present on either Monday or Tuesday (you should know your assigned day)
- This I Believe essay due Friday
- Post your second Independent Reading Book on ning TODAY!
Thursday, March 18
Today:
Vocabulary quiz on chapters 7&8
New vocabulary for 9&10
"Caged Bird" poems
Figurative Language Term Maps
Homework:
Complete Figurative Language Term Maps
Post your Independent Reading Book #2 by Friday on ning
Vocabulary quiz on chapters 7&8
New vocabulary for 9&10
"Caged Bird" poems
Figurative Language Term Maps
Homework:
Complete Figurative Language Term Maps
Post your Independent Reading Book #2 by Friday on ning
3/18/10
Wednesday, March 17
Warm-up: Without thinking too much, write down the first idea that come to mind for each of the following items.
1. success 6. heart
2. home 7. education
3. money 8. kids
4. dinner 9. government
5. poetry 10. culture
Today:
We read five poems relating to societal pressures and constraints.
Vocabulary review game
Assignments:
Write a free-verse poem about societal pressures and constraints (at least ten lines)
Important Dates:
Thursday, 3/18: Vocabulary quiz
Friday, 3/19: Post on ning for Independent Reading Book #2 and bring new independent reading book to class!
Tuesday, 3/23 - This I Believe final draft due!
1. success 6. heart
2. home 7. education
3. money 8. kids
4. dinner 9. government
5. poetry 10. culture
Today:
We read five poems relating to societal pressures and constraints.
Vocabulary review game
Assignments:
Write a free-verse poem about societal pressures and constraints (at least ten lines)
Important Dates:
Thursday, 3/18: Vocabulary quiz
Friday, 3/19: Post on ning for Independent Reading Book #2 and bring new independent reading book to class!
Tuesday, 3/23 - This I Believe final draft due!
Tuesday, March 13
Journal:
What do you think about when you can't sleep? Do your thoughts keep you up? Why?
Today:
Peer edit This I Believe essays
Practice vocabulary
Important Dates:
Tuesday, 3/16: This I Believe rough draft
Thursday, 3/18: Vocabulary quiz
Friday, 3/19: Post on ning for Independent Reading Book #2 and bring new independent reading book to class!
Tuesday, 3/23 - This I Believe final draft due!
What do you think about when you can't sleep? Do your thoughts keep you up? Why?
Today:
Peer edit This I Believe essays
Practice vocabulary
Important Dates:
Tuesday, 3/16: This I Believe rough draft
Thursday, 3/18: Vocabulary quiz
Friday, 3/19: Post on ning for Independent Reading Book #2 and bring new independent reading book to class!
Tuesday, 3/23 - This I Believe final draft due!
3/16/10
Monday, March 15
Warm-up: Answer the questions using vocabulary words!
1. What are some attributes of an altruistic person? Do you know anyone who exemplifies these attributes?
2. When a calamity occurs, what do you do to persevere?
3. What is an enigma that you ponder?
Important Dates:
Tuesday, 3/16: This I Believe rough draft
Thursday, 3/18: Vocabulary quiz
Friday, 3/19: Post on ning for Independent Reading Book #2
Bring new independent reading book to class!
Tuesday, 3/23 - This I Believe final draft due!
Today:
Poetry Terms Handout
Work time on essay
Homework:
Rough draft due tomorrow!
1. What are some attributes of an altruistic person? Do you know anyone who exemplifies these attributes?
2. When a calamity occurs, what do you do to persevere?
3. What is an enigma that you ponder?
Important Dates:
Tuesday, 3/16: This I Believe rough draft
Thursday, 3/18: Vocabulary quiz
Friday, 3/19: Post on ning for Independent Reading Book #2
Bring new independent reading book to class!
Tuesday, 3/23 - This I Believe final draft due!
Today:
Poetry Terms Handout
Work time on essay
Homework:
Rough draft due tomorrow!
3/10/10
Wednesday, March 10
Post all your responses on the English 2 Ning under the "This I Believe" Essay Reviews Discussion Forum!!!
Thisibelieve.org is a site that contains the work of the many individuals who have contributed to his project. Reading the work of others will help stimulate ideas for your own writing. We will read/listen to/discuss essays from both famous and everyday people.
Go to http://thisibelieve.org/ and click on the explore tab in the upper left-hand corner. You can browse essays by theme, special features, featured essays, etc. Begin browsing the essays. You can listen to them with your headphones.
Choose two essays. For each, answer the following questions and respond to this post. Your responses for numbers 2-4 should be two to four sentences long.
Thisibelieve.org is a site that contains the work of the many individuals who have contributed to his project. Reading the work of others will help stimulate ideas for your own writing. We will read/listen to/discuss essays from both famous and everyday people.
Go to http://thisibelieve.org/ and click on the explore tab in the upper left-hand corner. You can browse essays by theme, special features, featured essays, etc. Begin browsing the essays. You can listen to them with your headphones.
Choose two essays. For each, answer the following questions and respond to this post. Your responses for numbers 2-4 should be two to four sentences long.
- Title and author of essay.
- What is the belief or insight this author presents through the essay?
- What methods does the author use to express his/her belief? Were they effective? Explain why or why not.
- What did you like about this essay? Why?
Tuesday, March 9
Journal: Most of us have been in a situation where we made a promise that for one reason or another we were unable to keep.
When were you disappointed because someone made you a promise that they failed to keep? Or when did you break a promise that you made to someone else?
Today:
1. Review vocabulary
2. Common usage errors in writing
3. This I Believe - John McCain and Jackie Robinson
4. "What do you think?" group work and writing anecdotes
Assignments:
Word maps
Vocabulary word, definition & part of speech
Synonym
Antonym
Sentence (not off of sheet - create your own!)
20 Word Maps (for vocabulary 7&8) due Monday, 3/15
New independent reading book and Ning post - Friday, 3/12
When were you disappointed because someone made you a promise that they failed to keep? Or when did you break a promise that you made to someone else?
Today:
1. Review vocabulary
2. Common usage errors in writing
3. This I Believe - John McCain and Jackie Robinson
4. "What do you think?" group work and writing anecdotes
Assignments:
Word maps
Vocabulary word, definition & part of speech
Synonym
Antonym
Sentence (not off of sheet - create your own!)
20 Word Maps (for vocabulary 7&8) due Monday, 3/15
New independent reading book and Ning post - Friday, 3/12
3/9/10
Monday, March 8
Journal:
Everyone has problems or challenges to overcome. What obstacles are you proud to have faced and conquered?
Today:
1. Review new vocabulary words
2. Word maps
Vocabulary word, definition & part of speech
Synonym
Antonym
Sentence (not off of sheet - create your own!)
20 Word Maps (for vocabulary 7&8) due Monday, 3/15
3. "This I Believe" essays
Homework:
What do you think? worksheet and response
new independent reading post by Friday - and bring your book to class!
20 Word Maps (for vocabulary 7&8) due Monday, 3/15
Everyone has problems or challenges to overcome. What obstacles are you proud to have faced and conquered?
Today:
1. Review new vocabulary words
2. Word maps
Vocabulary word, definition & part of speech
Synonym
Antonym
Sentence (not off of sheet - create your own!)
20 Word Maps (for vocabulary 7&8) due Monday, 3/15
3. "This I Believe" essays
Homework:
What do you think? worksheet and response
new independent reading post by Friday - and bring your book to class!
20 Word Maps (for vocabulary 7&8) due Monday, 3/15
3/5/10
Friday, March 5
Journal: What is the most eccentric thing you have ever seen? Explain.
Today:
Independent Reading
Finish movie
Homework:
1. Feb. Independent Reading Post - Friday, 3/5 by 11:59pm.
You must create a Ning account for this! If you have not gotten an email invite, email me for one!
2. Vocabulary 7&8 due Monday
Today:
Independent Reading
Finish movie
Homework:
1. Feb. Independent Reading Post - Friday, 3/5 by 11:59pm.
You must create a Ning account for this! If you have not gotten an email invite, email me for one!
2. Vocabulary 7&8 due Monday
Thursday, March 4
If you missed the test today, see me tomorrow to make it up.
Assignments:
1. Of Mice and Men Scene Adaptation - Friday, 3/5
2. Feb. Independent Reading Post - Friday, 3/5 by 11:59pm.
You must create a Ning account for this! If you have not gotten an email invite, email me for one!
Assignments:
1. Of Mice and Men Scene Adaptation - Friday, 3/5
2. Feb. Independent Reading Post - Friday, 3/5 by 11:59pm.
You must create a Ning account for this! If you have not gotten an email invite, email me for one!
3/3/10
Wednesday, March 3
Study for your Of Mice and Men test tomorrow!
1. Of Mice and Men Scene Adaptation - Friday, 3/5
2. Feb. Independent Reading Post - Friday, 3/5 by 11:59pm.
You must create a Ning account for this! If you have not gotten an email invite, email me for one!
1. Of Mice and Men Scene Adaptation - Friday, 3/5
2. Feb. Independent Reading Post - Friday, 3/5 by 11:59pm.
You must create a Ning account for this! If you have not gotten an email invite, email me for one!
3/2/10
Tuesday, March 2
Warm-up:
Answer the following questions in complete sentences.
1. What is the most altruistic thing you have done recently?
2. What is something that revitalizes you?
3. Has anyone ever tainted your reputation? What happened?
4. How does George appease Lennie throughout the book?
5. What does George use as a deterrent to stop Lennie from talking too much?
Today:
1. Review last night's homework about social order in Of Mice and Men.
2. Begin viewing the film.
Due Dates:
1. Of Mice and Men Scene Adaptation - Friday, 3/5
2. Feb. Independent Reading Post - Friday, 3/5 by 11:59pm.
You must create a Ning account for this! If you have not gotten an email invite, email me for one!
3. Of Mice and Men and vocab test - Thursday 3/4
Homework:
Study for test on Thursday!
Finish your scene adaptations!
Answer the following questions in complete sentences.
1. What is the most altruistic thing you have done recently?
2. What is something that revitalizes you?
3. Has anyone ever tainted your reputation? What happened?
4. How does George appease Lennie throughout the book?
5. What does George use as a deterrent to stop Lennie from talking too much?
Today:
1. Review last night's homework about social order in Of Mice and Men.
2. Begin viewing the film.
Due Dates:
1. Of Mice and Men Scene Adaptation - Friday, 3/5
2. Feb. Independent Reading Post - Friday, 3/5 by 11:59pm.
You must create a Ning account for this! If you have not gotten an email invite, email me for one!
3. Of Mice and Men and vocab test - Thursday 3/4
Homework:
Study for test on Thursday!
Finish your scene adaptations!
3/1/10
Monday, March 1
Warm-up:
Write a paragraph about something you did over our "snow break." Use at least five of the new vocabulary words.
Today:
Review homework
American Dream theme (this is the worksheet from Wed, 2/24)
Social order and aggression in OMAM
Internal and external conflicts
Dynamic and static characters
Due Dates:
1. Of Mice and Men Scene Adaptation - Friday, 3/5
2. Feb. Independent Reading Post - Friday, 3/5 by 11:59pm.
You must create a Ning account for this! If you have not gotten an email invite, email me for one!
3. Of Mice and Men and vocab test - Thursday 3/4
Homework:
Social aggression is defined as actions and behaviors directed at damaging another’s self-esteem, social status, or both. Many of the characters in OMAM are oppressed by society or other people and long for companionship. Yet, they tend to put down others to make themselves feel better.
Find two examples of social aggression in OMAM. Identify the social aggressor and his/her weakness or vulnerability. Identify the victim, his/her weakness, what happened and how it affected the victim. Your response should be 2-3 sentences each.
Write a paragraph about something you did over our "snow break." Use at least five of the new vocabulary words.
Today:
Review homework
American Dream theme (this is the worksheet from Wed, 2/24)
Social order and aggression in OMAM
Internal and external conflicts
Dynamic and static characters
Due Dates:
1. Of Mice and Men Scene Adaptation - Friday, 3/5
2. Feb. Independent Reading Post - Friday, 3/5 by 11:59pm.
You must create a Ning account for this! If you have not gotten an email invite, email me for one!
3. Of Mice and Men and vocab test - Thursday 3/4
Homework:
Social aggression is defined as actions and behaviors directed at damaging another’s self-esteem, social status, or both. Many of the characters in OMAM are oppressed by society or other people and long for companionship. Yet, they tend to put down others to make themselves feel better.
Find two examples of social aggression in OMAM. Identify the social aggressor and his/her weakness or vulnerability. Identify the victim, his/her weakness, what happened and how it affected the victim. Your response should be 2-3 sentences each.
2/24/10
Wednesday, February 24
Journal: Do you think that what George did was right? Explain why or why not.
2/22/10
Of Mice and Men Scene Adaptation Project
Of Mice and Men Scene Adaptation Project
Links to help you:
2. Create a graphic novel
Examples of graphic novels
Tips on making graphic novels
bistripsforschools.com - Use access code mcc203
4. Create a storyboard.
Intro to storyboards with examples
Storyboards Tutorial
How to make a storyboard
Video on how to make a storyboard
Links to help you:
2. Create a graphic novel
Examples of graphic novels
Tips on making graphic novels
bistripsforschools.com - Use access code mcc203
4. Create a storyboard.
Intro to storyboards with examples
Storyboards Tutorial
How to make a storyboard
Video on how to make a storyboard
2/20/10
Friday, February 19
Warm-up:What new information did you learn about Crooks last night? What feelings and thoughts does he confide to Lennie in? What is his opinions of Lennie and George's plan?
Today:
Independent Reading
Finish character inference chart
Discuss themes, symbols, motifs, parallels and contrasts in novel
Homework:
Read pages 75-98 and take four sides of notes (2 pages front and back)
Finish both sides of the character inference charts (if not already completed)
Today:
Independent Reading
Finish character inference chart
Discuss themes, symbols, motifs, parallels and contrasts in novel
Homework:
Read pages 75-98 and take four sides of notes (2 pages front and back)
Finish both sides of the character inference charts (if not already completed)
2/18/10
Thursday, February 18
Today:
Vocabulary and Reading Quiz
Review new vocabulary
If you missed class today, come and see me to make up the quiz and to get the new vocabulary words.
Homework:
Read pages 66-74.
Vocabulary and Reading Quiz
Review new vocabulary
If you missed class today, come and see me to make up the quiz and to get the new vocabulary words.
Homework:
Read pages 66-74.
2/17/10
Wednesday, February 17
Warm-up: Choose a character from Of Mice and Men and write a journal entry from his or her point of view. What does the character think about the other characters, the ranch or life in general? How does the character feel about events in the story?
Today:
1. Pop quiz on last night's reading
2. Review of Step Up to Writing organization and structure
Today:
1. Pop quiz on last night's reading
2. Review of Step Up to Writing organization and structure
Homework:
1. Read up to page 65 for tomorrow (you do not have to take notes)
2. Study vocabulary for quiz tomorrow
3. Warm-ups/Journals will be collected on Friday, 2/19
1. Read up to page 65 for tomorrow (you do not have to take notes)
2. Study vocabulary for quiz tomorrow
3. Warm-ups/Journals will be collected on Friday, 2/19
2/16/10
Tuesday, February 16
Warm-up: Complete the following sentence starters.
1. I tried to stay impartial, but...
2. The lenient teacher...
3. Chris undermined the principal when he...
4. I do my best to live with integrity, but sometimes I...
5. To boost the team's morale, the coach...
6. Whenever I am in a new situation, I try to hide my naiveté by...
Assignment Checks:
1. Due last Tuesday (2/9)
- 2 pages of Cornell notes (1 pg front/back) for pages 11-26 to be collected
2. Tuesday's classwork (to be checked)
- Questions 6-10 on back of setting worksheet
- 8 Questions from handout
3. Homework assigned Tuesday (to be checked)
- Read pages 26-37 and take Cornell notes (1 pg front/back)
Today:
1. Review reading and assignments
2. Character Inference Notes
Homework:
Read pages 38 to 52 and take Cornell notes (2 pages)
1. I tried to stay impartial, but...
2. The lenient teacher...
3. Chris undermined the principal when he...
4. I do my best to live with integrity, but sometimes I...
5. To boost the team's morale, the coach...
6. Whenever I am in a new situation, I try to hide my naiveté by...
Assignment Checks:
1. Due last Tuesday (2/9)
- 2 pages of Cornell notes (1 pg front/back) for pages 11-26 to be collected
2. Tuesday's classwork (to be checked)
- Questions 6-10 on back of setting worksheet
- 8 Questions from handout
3. Homework assigned Tuesday (to be checked)
- Read pages 26-37 and take Cornell notes (1 pg front/back)
Today:
1. Review reading and assignments
2. Character Inference Notes
Homework:
Read pages 38 to 52 and take Cornell notes (2 pages)
2/9/10
Tuesday, February 9
I am at Ballard Spahr with the freshmen today, so I apologize for not being in class. Below are your assignments.
A. Finish answering questions 6-10 on the back of the Setting worksheet.
B. Answer the following questions in complete sentences on a separate sheet of paper. I will collect them tomorrow, along with your notes from pages 11-26.
- What is the story about the rabbits? What does this tell you about George and Lennie?
- What is the setting of the second chapter of the book? Describe it.
- How does the boss react to Lennie’s silence? Why does the boss find George and Lennie’s relationship unusual?
- What is George’s fear at this point?
- When Lennie questions George about telling the boss Lennie was kicked in the head by a horse, George says, “Be a damn good thing if you was… Save ever’body a hel of a lot of trouble” (23). What does this mean?
- Who is Candy? What is his relationship to his dog?
- When George confronts Candy about eavesdropping, Candy says, “A guy on a ranch don’t never listen nor he don’t ask no questions” (24). What does this reveal about the lives of migrant workers?
- Who is Curley? Candy describes him as “handy” (26). What does that mean?
C. Read pages 26-37 and take Cornell style notes. I will check them tomorrow.
2/7/10
Friday, February 5
Journal: Do you think that George is right to be frustrated or annoyed with Lennie? How would you feel in this situation? Explain.
Today:
30 minutes of independent reading
Review activity of vocabulary (expect a quiz next week)
Discuss and continue reading Of Mice and Men
Homework:
Read up to page 26 of Of Mice and Men and take 1 page (front and back) of notes.
Today:
30 minutes of independent reading
Review activity of vocabulary (expect a quiz next week)
Discuss and continue reading Of Mice and Men
Homework:
Read up to page 26 of Of Mice and Men and take 1 page (front and back) of notes.
2/4/10
Thursday, February 4
Journal: Describe your favorite place to go. Where is it? What does it look, sound, smell, or feel like? Use adjective and details to describe it.
Assignment:
We read the first page of Of Mice of Men and analyzed it for imagery and descriptive language.
Homework:
Read pages 1-11 and answer questions 1-5.
Essay due tomorrow.
Bring in an independent reading book for tomorrow.
Assignment:
We read the first page of Of Mice of Men and analyzed it for imagery and descriptive language.
Homework:
Read pages 1-11 and answer questions 1-5.
Essay due tomorrow.
Bring in an independent reading book for tomorrow.
2/3/10
Wednesday, February 3
Journal: How would you describe the ideal friend? What characteristics and qualities must he/she have? Why? Do any of your friends exhibit these characteristics?
Assignments:
We reviewed the answers from your web search yesterday and discussed some of the themes and issues that will appear in Of Mice and Men.
Complete the Anticipation Guide (both sides).
Homework:
Write a paragraph about one of the topics discussed today in class. Try to use at least ten vocabulary words.
"Everyday Use" essay is due Friday!
Study vocabulary.
Assignments:
We reviewed the answers from your web search yesterday and discussed some of the themes and issues that will appear in Of Mice and Men.
Complete the Anticipation Guide (both sides).
Homework:
Write a paragraph about one of the topics discussed today in class. Try to use at least ten vocabulary words.
"Everyday Use" essay is due Friday!
Study vocabulary.
Tuesday, February 2
Journal: If you could live in any other time period, what would it be and why?
Assignment: See the Of Mice and Men web search below.
Homework: "Everyday Use" essay due on Friday. Study your vocabulary for quiz next week.
Assignment: See the Of Mice and Men web search below.
Homework: "Everyday Use" essay due on Friday. Study your vocabulary for quiz next week.
2/2/10
Of Mice and Men Background Search
With a partner, use the following websites to help you learn more about John Steinbeck, the setting and the time period of Of Mice and Men.
Open a Word document and email your responses to mccartneychs@gmail.com.
Open a Word document and email your responses to mccartneychs@gmail.com.
Use the following websites as starting points. You can also click on links and do your own searches.
- What events and situations led to the Dust Bowl?
- How many states did the Dust Bowl cover? In which area of the country?
- What happened to the population as a result of the Dust Bowl?
- Why did so many farmers hurt by the Dust Bowl go to California?
- Describe the working conditions and life styles for migrant workers. Where did they live? What were their jobs like?
- Take time to examine the photographs of migrant workers on these websites. Read the captions and study the photos for evidence of working and living conditions. In a response of 8-10 sentences, describe what you think life as a migrant worker would be like.
- Lastly, do some research on the author, John Steinbeck. Write a response of 8-10 sentences explaining how his life experiences would influence him to write about California migrant workers.
2/1/10
Monday, February 1
Warm-up: Choose five sentences for the vocabulary words you are having the most difficulty with.
Assignment:
We played charades to review the vocabulary words and took a vocabulary quiz. If you missed class today, you have a week to make up the quiz. We also got the next set of vocabulary words.
Homework:
Essay on "Everyday Use" is due Friday.
Get an independent reading book by Friday.
Assignment:
We played charades to review the vocabulary words and took a vocabulary quiz. If you missed class today, you have a week to make up the quiz. We also got the next set of vocabulary words.
Homework:
Essay on "Everyday Use" is due Friday.
Get an independent reading book by Friday.
1/29/10
Friday, January 29
Warm-Up:
Briefly describe the following characters from "Everyday Use." Try to use some vocabulary words.
The narrator (Mama) -
Maggie -
Dee (Wangero) -
Assignments:
We finished reading "Everyday Use" in class and analyzed different aspects of the story in groups.
Homework:
Essay due Friday, February 5
You have a vocabulary quiz on Monday! Study over the weekend
Briefly describe the following characters from "Everyday Use." Try to use some vocabulary words.
The narrator (Mama) -
Maggie -
Dee (Wangero) -
Assignments:
We finished reading "Everyday Use" in class and analyzed different aspects of the story in groups.
Homework:
Essay due Friday, February 5
You have a vocabulary quiz on Monday! Study over the weekend
Thursday, January 28
Warm-Up:
Journal - Do you think that it is important for a person to understand and appreciate their own culture or heritage? What does your family do that is your own unique tradition? What are some of the advantages and disadvantages of celebrating your culture or traditions?
Assignments:
There is no homework tonight.
You will have a vocabulary quiz on Monday! Start studying now!
Journal - Do you think that it is important for a person to understand and appreciate their own culture or heritage? What does your family do that is your own unique tradition? What are some of the advantages and disadvantages of celebrating your culture or traditions?
Assignments:
- Peer Review and submit homework from 1/27.
- Being reading "Everyday Use" by Alice Walker. This story is also available online at http://xroads.virginia.edu/~ug97/quilt/walker.html
There is no homework tonight.
You will have a vocabulary quiz on Monday! Start studying now!
1/27/10
Wednesday, January 27
Warm-Up: Choose five of the vocabulary words and explain how they relate to your life, your interests or your personality.
Assignments:
Define and review the following terms: first person point of view, third person limited point of view, third person omniscient point of view, objective point of view, irony, foreshadowing, characterization, theme, mood, tone, symbolism
We applied these terms to the short story, "The Story of an Hour" by Kate Chopin.
Homework:
Choose one of the literary devices from today or Monday to apply them to "The Story of an Hour." Explain how the literary term is used in the story and analyze its effectiveness. Does it add meaning to the story? How does the author use it to make her point?
Use quotes from the story illustrate your argument. Your response should be at least a page.
Suggestions: irony, symbolism, theme, point of view
Assignments:
Define and review the following terms: first person point of view, third person limited point of view, third person omniscient point of view, objective point of view, irony, foreshadowing, characterization, theme, mood, tone, symbolism
We applied these terms to the short story, "The Story of an Hour" by Kate Chopin.
Homework:
Choose one of the literary devices from today or Monday to apply them to "The Story of an Hour." Explain how the literary term is used in the story and analyze its effectiveness. Does it add meaning to the story? How does the author use it to make her point?
Use quotes from the story illustrate your argument. Your response should be at least a page.
Suggestions: irony, symbolism, theme, point of view
Tuesday, January 26
Journal: Write about your name. What does it mean? Do you like it or hate it? Why? Who gave it to you and why? If you could change your name, would you? Do you have nicknames?
Assignments:
Today, we read an excerpt from The House on Mango Street about names and shared a fact about our own names with the class.
I checked the vocabulary practice and we reviewed the correct answers.
Assignments:
Today, we read an excerpt from The House on Mango Street about names and shared a fact about our own names with the class.
I checked the vocabulary practice and we reviewed the correct answers.
1/25/10
Monday, January 25
Today's Assignments
1. New vocabulary (20 words)
2. Elements of plot definitions and analysis
Homework:
Vocabulary practice
1. New vocabulary (20 words)
2. Elements of plot definitions and analysis
Homework:
Vocabulary practice
1/23/10
1/19/10
Friday, January 15
STUDY for your Final Exam on Wednesday! We will review in class on Tuesday.
You can begin returning your Night books on Tuesday.
You can begin returning your Night books on Tuesday.
1/12/10
Tuesday, January 12
We took a vocabulary quiz on Vocab #7&8. If you missed today's class, make sure you come and see me to make it up!
Homework for tonight:
Period 2: Read pages 66-84
Period 3: Read pages 73-90
Important Dates
Thursday, 1/14: 16 Journals due
Friday, 1/15: Notebook check - You should have all your handouts in the proper order and they should all be completed! This is also the last day to turn in any missing work.
Wednesday, 1/20: Final Exam!
Homework for tonight:
Period 2: Read pages 66-84
Period 3: Read pages 73-90
Important Dates
Thursday, 1/14: 16 Journals due
Friday, 1/15: Notebook check - You should have all your handouts in the proper order and they should all be completed! This is also the last day to turn in any missing work.
Wednesday, 1/20: Final Exam!
1/11/10
Monday, January 11
The first two groups presented today! Nice work.
You have a vocabulary quiz tomorrow!!!
Homework
Remember, if you are not presenting, you still must take notes! You should have roughly 1 page of notes for every 5 pages you read.
Period 2: read pages 47-65.
Period 3: read pages 55-72
Important Dates
Tuesday, 1/12: Vocabulary Quiz
Thursday, 1/14: 16 Journals due
Friday, 1/15: Notebook check - You should have all your handouts in the proper order and they should all be completed! This is also the last day to turn in any missing work.
Wednesday, 1/20: Final Exam!
You have a vocabulary quiz tomorrow!!!
Homework
Remember, if you are not presenting, you still must take notes! You should have roughly 1 page of notes for every 5 pages you read.
Period 2: read pages 47-65.
Period 3: read pages 55-72
Important Dates
Tuesday, 1/12: Vocabulary Quiz
Thursday, 1/14: 16 Journals due
Friday, 1/15: Notebook check - You should have all your handouts in the proper order and they should all be completed! This is also the last day to turn in any missing work.
Wednesday, 1/20: Final Exam!
1/9/10
Friday, January 8
Today, we reviewed the first two chapters of Night together. We also had a handful of brave students present their Romeo and Juliet projects to the class. Thank you to Courtney, Sierra, Liam, John Fontaine and Gil Orsini!
Period 2: Your homework is to read 29-46 and take notes. Presenting groups need to be ready on Monday.
Period 3: Your homework is to read 38-54 and take notes. Presenting groups need to be ready on Monday.
Keep studying Vocabulary chapters #7&8! You will have a quiz on Tuesday, 1/12!
Period 2: Your homework is to read 29-46 and take notes. Presenting groups need to be ready on Monday.
Period 3: Your homework is to read 38-54 and take notes. Presenting groups need to be ready on Monday.
Keep studying Vocabulary chapters #7&8! You will have a quiz on Tuesday, 1/12!
1/7/10
Thursday, January 7
Your homework: Read chapter 7, complete at least one page of notes and finish your Romeo and Juliet project! You are presenting it tomorrow!
1/5/10
Tuesday, January 6
Today, we started reading Night.
Your homework:
Period 2: Read pages 3-14, complete 2 pages of dialectical notes and come up with 6 reading questions
Period 3: Read pages 13-24, complete 2 pages of dialectical notes and come up with 6 reading questions
Romeo and Juliet project is due on Friday, 1/8!
Your homework:
Period 2: Read pages 3-14, complete 2 pages of dialectical notes and come up with 6 reading questions
Period 3: Read pages 13-24, complete 2 pages of dialectical notes and come up with 6 reading questions
Romeo and Juliet project is due on Friday, 1/8!
1/3/10
Holocaust Background WebQuest
For each section, complete the following tasks:
Group B: The Nazi Terror Begins
Group C: SS Police State
Group D: Nazi Propaganda and Censorship
Group E: German Rule in Occupied Europe
Group F: Jews in Prewar Germany
Group G: Antisemitism
Group H: Ghettos in Poland
Group I: Life in the Ghettos
Group J: Auschwitz
You will be graded on your productivity and cooperation as a group, how well you follow directions, the quality of your summary and important information, and the quality of your presentation to the class.
- Identify and define the key terms or important facts that will help others understand your topic.
- Write a brief summary of the information presented in the topic. This summary should be no longer than five sentences. Include only the important information!
- Choose one of the pictures linked to the article to share with the class.
Group B: The Nazi Terror Begins
Group C: SS Police State
Group D: Nazi Propaganda and Censorship
Group E: German Rule in Occupied Europe
Group F: Jews in Prewar Germany
Group G: Antisemitism
Group H: Ghettos in Poland
Group I: Life in the Ghettos
Group J: Auschwitz
You will be graded on your productivity and cooperation as a group, how well you follow directions, the quality of your summary and important information, and the quality of your presentation to the class.
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