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Final Words ---- Week of June 1 2009 Please remember that your textbook must be returned on the day of the final exam!!!!
Good luck on all of your final exams. Have a great summer! Class of 2010, I will miss you.
Homework Assignments ~ Week of May 26 – May 29, 2009
Tuesday, 5/26/09:
Read “Game” pages 956-960
• Find elements of post-modernism in this story.
• What similarities do you see with SH-5?
Wednesday, 5/27/09:
Begin final review handout. Bring in the review sheet to work on in class.
Thursday, 5/28/09:
Essay prompt for final exam written in class tomorrow. (Review the literature of modernism and postmodernism.)
Friday, 5/29/09:
Final review on Monday. Bring in review handouts and any questions you have
Homework Assignments ~ Week of May 18 – 22, 2009
Monday, 5/18/09:
There will be a content Quiz on Slaughterhouse-5. tomorrow. The quiz is on the entire novel.
Bring in your information to share with the group:
Research, analyze and write explanations for your assigned topics in your group’s category. You are responsible for the explanations and understanding of these topics for your group. (If you can, make copies of your explanations and notes.)
You have 1 class session (tomorrow) to share all of your group’s information.
Tuesday, 5/19/09:
Complete written explanation and understanding of your topics are due in class tomorrow. No excuses.
You have 1 class session to share all of your group’s information.
Wednesday, 5/20/09:
Review and edit the notes and information you learned today about the other topics. Make notes about any questions you still have for clarification and understanding
Thursday, 5/21/09: Slaughterhouse Test is on Tuesday.
Review the notes you took on each group’s topics
Test is Tuesday!!!!
******Due Wed, 5/27: Read “Game” on pages 956-960
*List post-modern characteristics in this story
*What similarities do you find with SH. 5?
Homework Assignments ~ Week of May 11 – 15, 2009
With the special scheduling this week for the seniors’ finals, even if we do not meet as a class, keep up to date on your reading of Slaughterhouse -5. As you read, jot down questions and fill in the character descriptions and quotes (see handout).
Monday, 5/11/09:
Chapters 2 and 3 of SH-5
Tuesday, 5/12/09:
For periods 1 and 2 Quiz on post-modernism using notes. (For per 3 – quiz on Thurs)
For all classes: SH-5:read chapters 4- 6.
Wednesday, 5/13/09:
Chapters 7-8
***** Please note: If our class does not meet and you have questions or need help understanding, you are welcome to join the discussions with one of my other classes meeting that day. Please, get permission first from your teacher and I will write you a pass.******
Friday, 5/15/09:
Chapters 9-10
Keep reading. This will keep you on track for finishing . There will be a quiz on the entire novel on Tuesday, 5/20
Write down questions and take notes on characters. Keep focused on your group’s topics and questions and make notes as you read.
Homework Assignments ~ Week of May 4 – 8, 2009
Monday, 4/4/09:
Start reading Slaughterhouse-Five. Chapter 1 due Friday.
(Entire novel must be completed by May 20.)
Tuesday, 4/5/09:
Start reading Slaughterhouse. Chapter 1 due Friday.
Topic presentations due Thurs.
Wednesday, 4/6/09:
Finish post modernism reading and handout.
Research assigned topic and work on presentation due tomorrow..
Chapter 1 due Friday
Thursday, 4/7/09:
Chapter 1 due tomorrow.
Write down any questions you have.
Quiz on the chapter.
Friday, 4/8/09:
For Monday: In Slaughterhouse: Make sure you have read through chapter 3 (at least) Write down questions you have.
Fill in information on handouts
Homework Assignments ~ Week of April 27 – May 1, 2009
Monday, 4/27/09:
In Catcher, read chapters 21-22 (157-174). Quiz. Think about meaning of title.
Tuesday, 4/28/09:
In Catcher, read chapters 23 & 24 (174-193). Quiz
Be ready to explain your interpretation of the scene between Holden and Mr. Antolini..
Test – Monday on Catcher
Wednesday, 4/29/09:
Finish Catcher:
Think about:
1. How does Holden exhibit physical signs of a breakdown?
2. Explain why Holden gets upset by the foul words on the walls of the school and in the museum?
3. Try to explain the symbolism of the gold ring on the carousel
Thursday, 4/30/09:
Find 2 meaningful quotes for identification and review practice.
*** Complete Vocabulary – Unit 13 Bring in books
Test – Monday on Catcher
Friday, 5/1/09:
Test – Monday on Catcher
Homework Assignments ~ Week of April 20 – 24, 2009
Monday, 4/20/09:
In Catcher: Read chapters 1-7 and answer the reading guide questions.
There will be a quiz.
Wednesday, 4/22/09:
For Tomorrow: Quiz on Southern Gothic Literature and the three stories from this period.
Due Friday:
Review Catcher vocabulary
Read chapters 13-16
Answer the following questions:
1. Why does Holden think he’s a coward?
2. Why does Holden get beaten up? Was he a coward? Explain.
3. What does Holden’s treatment of the nuns show you about him?
4. What do you think he means when he says: “money always makes you blue”?
5. What song affects Holden?
Thursday, 4/23/09: (Early Release Day)
See yesterday’s assignment.
Friday, 4/24/09: Catcher chapters 17-20 (123-157). Quiz.
Answer:
1. Holden calls Sally a “phony”, yet how does he try to please her?
2. How would you characterize Holden’s behavior around Carl Luce? Give examples.
3. Why doesn’t Holden like to visit Allie’s grave?
Homework Assignments ~ Week of April 13 – 17, 2009
Welcome Back from Spring Break. I hope you had an enjoyable time.
Monday, 4/13/09: Eyes: Janie's scrapbook project due tomorrow.
Tuesday, 3/14/09:
Finish reading “A Worn Path” in the textbook (634-9) Complete Quest stage organizer for the story.
Then: Read pages 640-641. How is “a worn path used as a metaphor by Welty?
***Reminder: Eyes/ Maslow essay due: 4/21
Wednesday, 4/15/09:
Finish reading “The Life You Save…” in the textbook: 674-681.
Thursday, 4/16/09:
Finish “A Rose for Emily” 716-722 Possible Quiz on story
Bring in vocab books –we will do unit 12 together in class.
Maslow/Eyes essay due Tues. Remember to submit it onto turnitin.com
See rubric --below
Homework Assignments ~ Week of March 29 – April 3, 2009
Monday, 3/29/09:
Complete questions on handout.
In your own words, write down some themes of the novel.
Test –Wednesday on Eyes.
Janie’s scrapbook –due 4/14.
Follow the guidelines on the handout and rubric to make sure you have demonstrated all of the aspects needed
Tuesday, 3/30/09:TEST –tomorrow on novel
Upcoming due dates:
~ Creative project –Janie’s scrapbook - due 4/14
~ Maslow Essay on Eyes –due 4/21
Enjoy Spring Break
Homework Assignments ~ Week of March 23 – 26, 2009
Monday, 3/23/09:
Read chapters 14-16
While reading, consider the following questions to be discussed:
1. Why does Mrs. Turner relate to Janie? Why are her remarks offensive?
2. How does Mrs. Turner affect the relationship between Janie and Tea Cake?
Tuesday, 3/24/09:
Vocab quiz --unit 11
and
Read chapter 17
Think about and be ready to answer:
1. Why does Tea Cake “whip” Janie even though he knows she doesn’t deserve it?
2. In what way has Mrs. Turner’s bigotry changed Tea Cake?
Wednesday, 3/25/09:
Finish Eyes ( 18-20). Quiz (?)
As you read: Find references to the meaning of the title
Test on Eyes: 4/1 ?? Start on creative project –due in class April 14, 2009.
Homework Assignments ~ Week of March 16 – 20, 2009
***Please be sure to bring Their Eyes Were Watching God to class everyday since we do not have extra copies.***
Monday, 3/16/09:
For tomorrow: vocab quiz 10
Due Wed: Read chapter 6
What comparisons can you draw between Matt Bonner’s mule and Janie? In what way is the mule a metaphor for Janie’s life with Jody?
(Set up your page in 2 columns. Use quotes in proving your comparison)
Extra points for best comparisons.
Tuesday, 3/17/09:
Read chapter 6
What comparisons can you draw between Matt Bonner’s mule and Janie? In what way is the mule a metaphor for Janie’s life with Jody?
(Set up your page in 2 columns. Use quotes in proving your comparison)
Extra points for best comparisons.
Wednesday, 3/18/09:
For Tomorrow: in Eyes, read chapters 7-9.
Find and write down significant quotes that show Janie is becoming stronger. Be ready to explain them
Thursday, 3/19/09:
For Tomorrow: Vocabulary unit 11 and bring Eyes
For Monday: Read chapters 10-13.
Do you think Tea Cake is the man to complete Janie’s vision? Find specific quotes and examples as you read.
Friday, 3/20/09:
***Since we ran out of class time, please have your paragraph typed and hand it in on Monday:
Analytical Paragraph –compare or contrast – Write a full paragraph in response to the following prompt:
Prompt: How is Logan’s treatment of Janie similar or different from Joe’s treatment of Janie?
° Begin with a thesis (topic sentence) that fully responds to the prompt and states how the treatment is similar or different.
° You must include at least one quote from each man (cited correctly with page) to support your point.
° Do not forget to properly introduce the quote and after, provide some elaboration/discussion of the significance of the quote.
ALSO:
For Monday: Read chapters 10-13.
Do you think Tea Cake is the man to complete Janie’s vision? Find specific quotes and examples as you read.
Homework Assignments ~ Week of March 9 – 13, 2009
Monday, 3/9/09- Friday, 3/13/09:
Due next Monday (3/16/09): In Eyes, read chapters 2 – 5. Complete the handout on chapters 1-5. There will be a quiz on chapters 2-5.
***Periods 1 and 2: Bring the handout questions on Thursday to work on in class.
Tuesday – Thursday: Special FCAT Schedule – :
I meet with periods 1 and 2 on Tuesday and Thursday – the last 2 periods of the day.
I meet with period 3 only on Wednesday in the afternoon – in what is usually 5th hour)
***Reminder to periods 1 and 2: Bring the handout questions with you on Thursday. You will have an opportunity to work on and discuss the choices with a partner.
Homework Assignments ~ Week of March 2 – 6, 2009
Monday, 3/3/09:
Finish reading “The Leader of the People” 609-619.
Quiz on story.
1.Answer question 5 on page 621.
2. Then analyze how this relates to Gatsby.
Tuesday, 3/3/09:
Read “George Gray” (handout ) and answer the questions.
Imagine how George Gray would sound reading this. Practice and read to class for extra credit.
Wednesday, 3/4/09:
1. Vocab unit 10
2. *** Bring 3 small objects that somehow represent parts of you.***
3. Read the biograpphical notes on Zora Neale Hurston on page 750 in the textbook
Thursday, 3/5/09:
Read “Dust Tracks On a Road” 752-757.
Quiz on reading
Friday, 3/3/09:
Read Chapter 1 of Eyes. Quiz on Monday
Homework Assignments ~ Week of February 23 – 27, 2009
Monday, 2/23/09:
Study for test on Gatsby. (Bring in a pencil)
Bring in books for collection.
Reminder: Research paper due – Monday (March 2!)
Tuesday, 2/24/09: Gatsby ABC - letter presentations in class tomorrow.
Reminder: Research paper due – Monday
Wednesday, 2/25/09:
In the textbook, read the biography of John Steinbeck on page 606.
Research paper due – Monday!
Friday, 2/27/09:Research paper due in class on Monday!!!!!!!! Make sure to submit it onto turnitin.com
Homework Assignments ~ Week of February 17 -20, 2009
Tuesday, 2/17/09:
For Thurs:: Read chapter 8 – Gatsby - and answer questions. There will be a quiz.
***Explain grail allusion found on p.156.
Looking ahead: Vocabulary – unit 9 due Friday.
**Reminder: Modernism short story/ research paper is due March 2
Homework Assignments ~ Week of February 23 – 27, 2009
Monday, 2/23/09:
Study for test on Gatsby. (Bring in a pencil)
Bring in books for collection.
Reminder: Research paper due – Monday (March 2!)
Tuesday, 2/24/09:
Gatsby ABC - letter presentations in class tomorrow.
Reminder: Research paper due – Monday
Wednesday, 2/25/09:
In the textbook, read the bio of John Steinbeck on page 606.
Research paper due – Monday
Friday, 2/27/09:
If we have not finished the story in class finish reading “The Leader of the People” 609-619.
Quiz on story.
Read question # 5 on page 621. What is the theme and how does this relate to Gatsby? (You do not have to write anything, but be sure you have some ideas.)
Research paper due in class on Monday!!!!!!!! Makes sure to submit it onto turnitin.com
Wednesday, 2/18/09:
In Gatsby, read chapter 8 and answer the reading guide questions. There will be a quiz.
Explain grail allusion p.156
Vocabulary – unit 9 due Friday
Reminder: Modernism short story/ research paper is due March 2
Thursday, 2/19/09:
Vocabulary –unit 9
and
finish reading Gatsby (chapter 9)
Answer the reading guide questions.
Test on entire novel Tues.
Reminder: Modernism short story/ research paper is due March 2
Friday, 2/20/09:
What are some themes of this novel? Seminar/points.
Test Tues. on The Great Gatsby.
Reminder: Modernism short story/ research paper is due March 2
Homework Assignments ~ Week of February 9 – 13, 2009 Monday, 2/9/09:
Read chapter 6 in Gatsby.
Do the reading guide questions. Quiz
Reminder: Typed thesis statement due Tues., 2/17
Tuesday, 2/10/09:
Due next Tues, 2/17: Gatsby chapter 7, Quiz , questions.
**Typed thesis statements are also due next Tues.
Wednesday, 2/11/09:
Finish notes on “Prufrock” for the lines you were assigned. Present tomorrow
Typed thesis statements are due Tuesday
Thursday, 2/12/09:
For Tues: Chap 7, Quiz , questions.
A typed thesis statement for the research paper is due in class on Tuesday.
Friday, 2/13/09:
For Tues: Chap 7 of Gatsby, quiz , and reading guide questions.
Also: Your typed thesis statement for the research paper will be collected.
Homework Assignments ~ Week of February 2 – 6, 2009
Monday, 2/2/09:
For Wed.: Chapter 3 of Gatsby.
Answer reading guide questions. Quiz on chapter.
Tuesday, 2/3/09:
For tomorrow: Chapter 3 of Gatsby.
Complete the reading guide questions.
Quiz on the chapter.
Wednesday, 2/4/09:
For Fri: Unit 8 – vocabulary book
For Mon. Gatsby Chapters 4 & 5. Reading guide questions and quiz
Thursday, 2/5/09:
For tomorrow: Unit 8 – Vocabulary
For Mon. Gatsby Chapters 4 & 5. Reading guide questions and quiz
Friday, 2/6/09:
Based on “Soldier’s Home” (read in class) Answer questions # 6 and 7 (textbook) on p. 660.
***Extra credit*** Write a stream of consciousness poem from Krebs’ point of view: thoughts, feelings, memory flashes.
Also due Monday:Gatsby chapters 4 and 5 (questions and quiz)
Homework Assignments Week of January 26 – 30, 2009
Monday, 1/26/09:
Test tomorrow on the Modern Age and its effects on the arts. Study all of your notes and come prepared.
Organize your information so you can access the notes for the test.
Tuesday, 1/27/09:
Begin to formalize a thesis topic for the research paper. Start looking for stories that suit your topic.
Vocabulary quiz Fri. on Unit 7
Wednesday, 1/27/09:
For Friday: Quiz on Unit 7 - Vocabulary
For Monday: Chapters 1 and 2 of Gatsby and reading guide questions.
Quiz on Monday will include vocabulary from Gatsby.
Thursday, 1/29/09:
H. S. Study Day –Periods 1 and 2
See homework assigned on Wednesday.
Friday, 1/30/09:
For Monday: : Chapters 1 and 2 of Gatsby and reading guide questions.
Quiz on Monday will include vocabulary from Gatsby.
Homework Assignments Week of January 20 -26, 2009 UPDATE: I received the tape (Horray!!) that I want to show on WWI and the aftermath. We will be viewing this on Thursday and Friday. Your notes from the tape, the guided reading and the power point on Monday will be used on a test on Tuesday, 1/27 covering the Modern Era.
Assignment due Friday, 1/23:
Complete guided textbook reading.
Also complete vocabulary unit 7
(****Please note: I have only posted the assignment for Tues. The rest of the week will be added later. Sorry for the inconvenience.)
Tuesday, 1/20/09:
Listen to or read the innaugural address of President Obama. Note any similarities to the address given by FDR that we examined in class today.
Continue to complete the textbook reading guide on "The Moderns." There will be a quiz onthese notes next week.
Homework Assignment Week of January 12 – 16, 2009
Monday, 1/12/09:
STUDY for your Midterm exams. Good luck on all your tests.
Guided textbook reading on “The Moderns” due 1/22/09. There will be a test on this and information from the video of the Modern Age.
Happy New Year - 2009! I hope you enjoyed the holidays and the time off.
Homework Assignments ~ Week of January 5 – 9, 2009
Monday, 1/05/09:
Test tomorrow on Huck.
Bring in books for collection (and if you have your own book, bring it in for annotation/ and or donation credit.)
Tuesday, 1/06/09:
Bring in study guide. Highlight any sections that need clarification.
Wednesday, 1/07/09:
Midterm essay prompt written in class tomorrow.
Thursday, 1/08/09:
Bring in the study guide for the midterm We will continue to review.
Continue to work on study guide.Review any areas that are troublesome. Write down any questions or terms you do not understand
Also: Purple Passes will be collected for credit!!!!!
Friday, 1/09/09:
Continue to review study guide.
I am posting the assignments early for those who will be leaving before Friday, 12/19/08.
***** Important Reminder******
If you are going to be leaving early for break, please make sure to ask me for a midterm review handout. Also, we will be covering new material all week including:
Monday and Wednesday: Huck Finn, - quizzes and discussion
Tuesday:"War is Kind" seminar (textbook page 494).
Wednesday:"A Pair of Silk Stockings" (textbook - 435-445)
Thursday: "The Story of An Hour" (handout)
All of this material will be on the midterm, so make sure you are up to date after break.
Homework Assignments ~ Week of December 15-19, 2008
Monday, 12/15/08:
For Wed: Huck 31-36 Quiz and reading guide questions.
Looking ahead: Over winter break - complete Huck.. Test on the entire novel will be on Tuesday, 1/6/09.
Tuesday, 12/16/08:
Huck 31-36 Quiz and reading guide questions.
Reminder: Over break - complete Huck
Wednesday, 12/17, 08:
Read page 435 Kate Chopin. (We will begin this in class)
Then finish reading “A Pair of Silk Stockings” 437-443 Look over questions 2-6 on page 445. Be ready to discuss.
Thursday, 12/18/08:
Over break - complete Huck. Test on Tuesday 1/6/09 on entire novel.
Happy Holidays!!!! Happy New Year!!!
Homework Assignments ~ Week of December 8 -12, 2008
Monday, 12/8/08:
For tomorrow: vocabulary – unit 6
For Wed. Realism ready guide. Quiz using notes
For Thurs. Huck chapters 19-24. Answer reading guide questions. Quiz.
Tuesday, 12/9/08:
For tomorrow:
1. Bring in realism reading guide for open note quiz.
2. Read the introduction – bio on Frederick Douglas
(424) and be prepared to answer questions on this.
For Thurs.: Huck 19-24, reading guide and quiz.
Wednesday, 12/10/08:Huck 19-24, reading guide and quiz.
Thursday, 12/11/08: For tomorrow: In the textbook, read page 496 Reading Focus & Elements of Lit. Then read “To Build A Fire” Be ready for discussion and possible quiz.
For Monday: : Huck chapters 25-30, reading guide questions and quiz. There will be questions for participation points
Friday,12/12/08:
For Monday: Huck assignment 25-30
Homework Assignments ~ Week of December 1 – 5, 2008
Monday, 12/1/08:
For next Monday, Huck chapters 13-18, answer reading guide questions, quiz.
Tuesday, 12/2/08:
For Tomorrow: In text, read background of Emily Dickinson pp 372-373. Note interesting facts from her life.
Wednesday, 12/3/08:
For Monday: Huck chapters 13-18 Reading guide, and quiz.
**For those not meeting the rest of the week:*** (Physics trip)
Complete Realism reading in textbook and reading guide for Tuesday.
Thursday, 12/4/08:
High school study day. (Period 3 only)
For Tuesday: Realism reading guide for textbook (408-422)
Homework Assignments ~ Week of November 24-26, 2008
Monday, 11/24/08:
For tomorrow: In the textbook, read 342-345. In chart form list the differences between the two poets – including their lives and poetic styles.
Whitman vs. Dickinson
For Monday, 12/1: In Huck, read chapters 7-12 and answer reading guide questions. Quiz on these chapters. Know the vocabulary words from these chapters ( see handout).
Tuesday, 11/25/08:
Whitman poetry assignment –Reread the poem your group will be presenting . Take notes on Whitman’s style and characteristics. You will be working with your group in class tomorrow. Presentations are nextTuesday, 12/2.
Wednesday, 11/26/08:
For Monday, 12/1: Huck 7-12 questions, know vocabulary (hand out) for these chapters.
Quiz
For Tuesday, 12/2: Whitman presentations
I wish you and your family a happy Thanksgiving.
Homework Assignments ~ Week of November 17- 21, 2008
Monday, 11/17/08:
Work on your analytical essay on Ethan Frome. Typed copy is due Thursday. (Make sure to staple rubric to top) Also submit to turnitin.com.
Bring in novels for collection.
For Thursday: Why has The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn been banned from schools and libraries?
Vocabulary -Unit 5 Due Friday
(On Tues.,11/18 and Wed., 11/19 BAT testing and H.S. Study days. Only period 2 meets.)
Thursday, 11/20/08:
For tomorrow: Vocabulary Unit # 5
For Monday: Read chapters 1 through 6 of Huckleberry Finn Answer all of the questions on the reading guide. There will be a quiz.
Friday, 11/21/08:
For Monday: See Huckleberry Finn assignment from Thursday.
Homework Assignments ~ Week of November 10 – 14, 2008
Monday, 11/10/08:
For Wed: Ethan Frome chapters 2 through 6 (36-93)Answer guided reading questions and be ready for a quiz.
Wednesday, 11/12/08:
For tomorrow: Ethan Frome, read Chapters 7 and 8 (94-124).
Answer questions on the reading guide.
Test on novel --Monday
Thursday, 11/13/08:
Finish novel & questions. Read Forward by Anita Shreve
Test Monday.
Friday, 11/14/08:
For Monday: Test on novel
Thurs: Typed analytical essay on the novel is due. You must also submit to turnitin.com
Homework Assignments ~ Week of November 3 – 7, 2008
Monday, 11/3/08:
Finish Walden. (Skip from last paragraph on page 241 through 1st paragraph on page 243)
Write down 3 quotes from Thoreau that inspire you. Explain what he means and why each is important advice.
Reminder: For Friday: Read Ethan Frome Prologue and chapter 1 Answer questions. There will be a quiz.
Wednesday, 11/5/08:
Vocabulary quiz unit 4
1. In the textbook, read all of page 248. copy the definitions of: paradox and civil disobedience.
3. Read “Resistance to Civil Government” (249-254)
and
4. take notes on meaningful quotes.
Test Monday on Romantic poetry and transcendentalism
Thursday, 11/6/08:
For Tomorrow: Ethan Frome. assignment and quiz
For Monday:Test on Romantic poetry and transcendentalism
Friday, 11/7/08:
Test Mon: Fireside poets and Transcendentalism
For Wed. Ethan Frome chapters 2 through 6 (36-93)Answer guided reading questions and be ready for a quiz
Homework Assignments ~ Week of October 27 – 31, 2008
Monday, 10/27/08: Scarlet Letter Presentations tomorrow
Test on the novel – Thurs.,10/30 (Please return books for collection.)
Extra Credit projects due Friday (If you plan on presenting, please make sure to let me know which project you have chosen).
Tuesday, 10/28/08:
For Thurs: Test on The Scarlet Letter
For Friday: Extra credit projects are due. AND
Vocabulary - unit 4 also due on Friday
Wednesday, 10/29/08:
Test tomorrow on The Scarlet Letter. (Please bring the novel to return.) You will need a pencil.
For Fri: Vocabulary –unit 4
Extra Credit projects
Thursday, 10/30/08
Extra credit projects due
Vocabulary Unit 4
Friday, 10/31/08:
Due next Friday, 11/7 : In Ethan Frome, read the prologue and Chapter 1 pages 3-35. Answer the questions on the reading guide. There will be a quiz.
Homework Assignments ~ Week of October 20 – 23, 2008
Monday, 10/20/08:
Due next Monday, 10/27: Finish Scarlet Letter and reading guide questions.
Have symbols chart completed for group presentation.
Think about: What are some themes of the novel?
Presentation of symbols projects will be Tues., 10/28 - all groups must be ready.
Test on the novel: Thursday, 10/30
Extra credit projects presented Friday, 10/31 (please make sure to sign up with me).
Tuesday, 10/21/08:
Review “Nature” by Emerson.
Write down three quotes that inspire or apply to you. (use proper citation) and
How did reading this essay change your outlook?
Wednesday, 10/22/08:
Would Emerson call you a nonconformist? (Think carefully about the quotes discussed from “Self-Reliance” and explain your answer using examples from your life to prove your statement. ( typed paragraph)
This weekend, do something inspired by Emerson (an experience inspired by “Nature” or one that demonstrates non-conformity) and be prepared to talk about it.
Thursday, 10/23/08:
This weekend: Do something "Emersonian" (inspired by “Nature” or that demonstrates “non-conformity”) and be prepared to talk about it.
For Monday:Finish Scarlet Letter.and complete reading guide questions.
Write down some themes of the novel
Reminder:
Symbols presentations: Tues.,10/28
Test: Thurs, 10/30, on the novel.
Extra credit projects Friday, 10/31
No school Friday, 10/24/08 : Teacher Planning Day
Homework Assignments ~ Week of October 13 – 17, 2008
Monday, 10/13/08:
For Tomorrow:
In the textbook read the background biography on Longfellow on page175.
Also,on page176, read the section on “sunshine and shadow” and write down a definition.
For next Monday, 10/20: Scarlet Letter 13-19. Answer reading guide questions. There will be a quiz on the reading.
As you read: Keep track of your assigned symbol.
Tuesday, 10/14/08:
Vocabulary Quiz –Friday – unit 3
For Next Mon: Scarlet Letter 13-19. Reading guide questions.
As you read: Keep track of your symbol.
Wednesday, 10/15/08:Note: We do not meet today due to PSAT special scheduling.
Thursday, 10/16/08:
For tomorrow: Vocab quiz –unit 3
For Monday,Scarlet Letter 13-19: reading guide questions and content quiz
Friday, 10/17/08:
For Tues: Choose an object that has sentimental value. In a few paragraphs or a poem, write an apostrophe to it. (You must talk to the object.) Include: descriptions, why you love it or why it’s important to you, how it has helped or changed you, why you’ve outgrown it. You must use poetic language and figures of speech.
Submit onto turnitin
Reminder: For Monday, Scarlet Letter 13-19 Reading guide and quiz
Homework Assignments Week of October 6 – 10, 2008
Monday, 10/6/08:
For tomorrow: Scarlet Letter Finish chapters 1-6. Answer questions on the reading guide. There will be a content quiz.
Continue monitoring the virtue you selected in the journal (due Friday)
Also for Friday: Vocabulary: unit 3 due
Tuesday, 10/7/08:
For tomorrow: In the textbook: read pages 139-150 and complete the reading guide on Romanticism
For Friday: virtue journal and vocabulary unit 3.
There will be a quiz on Romanticism (based on textbook reading guide and power point notes).
For Monday, 10/13,Scarlet Letter chapters 7- 12 (91-145.) Answer questions on reading guide. There will be a quiz. As you read, keep charting your assigned symbol.
Wednesday, 10/8/08:
Due Friday:
• Virtue journal
• Vocabulary –unit 3
• Open note quiz on Romanticism (power point and textbook reading guide).
Also: write down any questions you have as you are reading Scarlet Letter. There will be a short help session on these.
Due Monday: Scarlet Letter assignment (7-12).
Friday, 10/10/08:
For Monday, 10/13: S.L. chapters 7- 12 (91-145.) Answer questions on reading guide. There will be a quiz.
Continue charting your symbol.
Homework Assignments Week of ~ September 29 – October 3, 2008
Monday, 9/29/08:
Analytical essay on The Crucible due Friday. (How does fear affect characters in The Crucible?)Please double space the essay and make sure to also post the essay onto turnitin.com
Test: Wednesday on the play.
Tuesday: 9/30/08:
No school –Rosh Hashana
Wednesday, 10/01/08:
Per 1 only for Thursday: Writing help tomorrow (bring in essays for last minute help.)
For all classes:
For Friday: Vocabulary Quiz –Unit 2 words and Crucible essays are due. Remember to also submit onto turnitin.com.
For Tuesday, 10/7: Read chapters 1-6 The Scarlet Letter. Complete reading guide questions for these chapters. There will be a content quiz.
Thursday, 10/02/08:
Vocabulary quiz --words from unit 2
Friday, 10/03/08:
Keep virtue diary for 1 week. Handout and instructions will be given in class.
Scarlet Letter chapters 1-6 questions and quiz due Tuesday.
Homework Assignments ~ Week of September 22- 26, 2008
Monday, 9/22/08:
Answer the questions on the handout based on your viewing of the film and looking over the play from the book.
Tuesday: 9/23/08:
Continue to answer the questions on the handout given on Monday.
Also just think about these questions:
1. Why do you think the scene with Mr. Jacobs was added to the movie version?
2. Why does the scene in the court with Abigail and the girls work so well in showing Mary’s mental state?
3. Cite 2 examples of irony in the courtroom scene.
Wednesday, 9/24/08:
Start reviewing the play (finding quotes) in preparation for analytical essay: How does fear affect characters in The Crucible? Use quotes from the play to support your points. (We will discuss this more next week.)
Thursday, 9/25/08:
Pre -Seminar question:-
We know that Arthur Miller wanted his audience to see the parallels between the events of Salem and the McCarthy period in the 1950’s. Do you think this play has continuing relevance today? Explain your answer.
Friday, 9/26/08:
Based on today's seminar: What do you think Arthur Miller's opinion would be about the poem discussed?
Analytical essay (How does fear affect characters in The Crucible? due next FRIDAY (10/3/08)
Use quotes from the play to support your points. (We will discuss this more next week.)
Test Wed. on the play.
Homework Assignments ~ Week of September 15 – 19, 2008
Monday, 9/15/08:
Vocabulary skits are performed tomorrow. Make sure you and your partner are ready.
Read pages 3-8 of The Crucible
As you read: think about:
Why did Arthur Miller write so much exposition information into the introduction of the play?
Tuesday, 9/16/08:
Read up to p. 32 QUIZ on play.
Create a graphic organizer with 3 columns:
Like Dislike Unsure
Then place each of the following characters into the appropriate column: Rev. Parris, Abigail, Mr./Mrs. Putnam, John Proctor, Giles Corey and Rebecca Nurse
Next to each, put an adjective to describe this person. What is motivating each of them? (Try to figure out what each wants)
Wednesday, 9/17/08:
Finish Act I
1.How does Rev. Hale contrast to Rev. Parris? Or do a Venn Diagram
2.Why does Tituba confess?
3. Do you think Tituba is the leader? Explain.
Thursday, 9/18/08:
Vocabulary Quiz – Act One Words
Friday, 9/19/08:
Unit 2 vocabulary books Greek/Latin Roots.
Homework Assignments ~ Week of September 8 -12, 2008
Monday, 9/8/08:
You and your family have just returned home after listening to Pastor Edwards’ sermon. Choose one of these:
a. Write a short script (mini play) of the conversation between the members of your family reacting to the sermon. .(Make sure you use word, lang., and references of that time period - 1700’s ( not 2008).
OR
b. 3 Illustrations: Select 3 quotes of frightful images used in the sermon. Copy each quote and make sure to properly cite the page, then illustrate each quote to portray the frightful image.
Tuesday, 9/9/08:
Write a persuasive paragraph convincing me not to give homework on Friday. (Use all 3 of the techniques Patrick Henry used Underline each technique and identify).
Vocabulary Quiz –Unit One - tomorrow.
**Unit test – Beginnings: Native. American, Puritan, Rowlandson Edwards and Patrick Henry on Friday.**
Wednesday, 9/10/08:
For Friday: Test on Beginnings -1800 (Native American literature, Puritans, Mary Rowlandson, Jonathan Edwards and Patrick Henry) Please bring a pencil. There is a short response, as well as, multiple choice questions.
Also for Friday: In the textbook, read pages 10-11 (the green box at the top) and answer the questions on the handout.
(We do not meet on Thursday, 9/11/ 08: H.S.Study Day periods 5 & 6.)
Friday, 9/12/08:To Be Announced:
(If your persuasive essays were convincing , there will be no homework over this weekend.)
Homework Assignments ~ Week of September 2 – 5, 2008
Tuesday, 9/2/08:
In the textbook, read about Mary Rowlandson on p. 38 and answer the following:
Since Rowlandson is a Puritan, how would she probably interpret her capture?
For Friday: Complete Unit 1 in vocabulary books.
Wednesday, 9/3/08:
Study “Words to Own” in the textbook on pages 40—44. Write flash cards.
Think of how you would act out the words to explain their meanings.
For Friday: Unit 1 in vocabulary books
Thursday, 9/4/08:
How does Rowlandson’s attitude toward her captors change? Write down your opinion in a few sentences. (You will need this to help write an analytical essay in class tomorrow.)
Vocabulary Unit 1 due tomorrow
Friday, 9/5/08:
Type the short essay analyzing Rowlandson’s change. Be sure to include two quotes that support your thesis.
You must submit this to turnitin.com and hand in a typed copy to me.
On Monday there will be a vocabulary quiz on “Words to Own” from the Rowlandson piece on pp. 40-43 in the textbook.
Homework Assignments Week of August 25 – 29, 2008
Monday, 8/25/08:
• Sign on to turnitin.com and click on the “Say Hi” assignment and enter a greeting to me. (This is to make sure you successfully registered.)
• Original myth is due on Tues., 9/2. It must be typed. A copy must be submitted to turnitin.com
Wednesday, 8/27/08:
Finish reading “Lullaby.” (handout) Tomorrow, in class, you will be answering questions based upon your understanding of the story.
Make sure to bring the handout back to class.
• Continue writing and editing your original myth. (Due 9/2)
Thursday, 8/28/08:
Original myths are due on Tues., 9/2/08
Friday, 8/29/08:
• Complete guided reading “Beginnings” handed out in class today.
****There will be a quiz Tuesday – (open notebook) using your completed handout.****
• Typed myths are due on Tuesday. Make sure you submit it onto turnitin.com. (This submission counts toward your grade).
Welcome to English 3 Honors
I hope you enjoyed the summer vacation. I look forward to getting to know you and hope that this year will prove to be interesting and exciting.
I post the homework for the entire week. Sometimes, assignments can change slightly because of scheduling changes or if that day's lesson is modified, so be sure to listen in class for any changes.
When you are absent, this is a good way to keep up with the assignments and test schedules.
Homework Assignments Week of August 18 – 22, 2008
Revised due to school closure on 8/18 and 8/19
Wednesday, 8/20/08:
1. Return the syllabus and contact form. You and a parent must sign the syllabus.
2. Test tomorrow on summer reading, Angela’s Ashes. Bring the novel to class and a penci;l.
3. Bring in English binder (have sections arranged as per syllabus) ready for note taking.
4. Bring in $8.50 for vocabulary book (check or exact amount).
Thursday, 8/21/08:
In textbook:
1. Read pp. 20-21 and answer:
What are the characteristics of Native American Literature?
2. Read the N.A. works on pp. 22-25 and list what specific characteristics of N.A. literature you find in each of the works. (You may list this in a graphic organizer)
Friday, 8/22/08:
Original myths are due on Tuesday, September 2, 2008. .(Remember to incorporate several of the characteristics of Native American literature)
Make sure to bring in a printed copy.
You must also submit it onto Turnitin. Com by 9/5 as part of the grade. Instructions for sign on will be given in class.
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