June 3, 2016: It's a wrap.
May 31, 2016: Post Reading OMAM
Assignment 1For this activity, I'd like for you to consider these ten characters:
George Lennie Candy The Boss Whit Curley Curley's Wife Slim Carlson Crooks Fill in the names in a chart like the one below based on the ORDER in which you think they rank as far as POWER within the novel. This is harder than you think because we all have different ideas of entitlement, power, and needs. Write the names of the Ranch's MOST POWERFUL individuals at the TOP of the pyramid, the LEAST POWERFUL individuals at the BOTTOM, and then those who fall in between. Remember that with power comes PROBLEMS... think about the story carefully. Then, explain your top 3 choices/characters with a detailed example from the novel to PROVE your point. Also, explain your bottom 3 choices (whatever ones you feel like you can justify best) with a detailed example from the novel. |
Assignment 2Lennie and George's Friendship Essay
Okay, as you are reading the article (TEXT 1), use these questions to ANNOTATE within the article. You don't have to answer these on a separate sheet of paper. By doing this, you can better understand Todd's argument and it will help you with your response. 1.Number (#) the paragraphs. 2.What are Aristotle’s 3 types of friendship? 3.What one has been forgotten? 4.What must we do when friendships are challenged? 5.What elements of our lives must we consider What might we realize about friendships? 6.In paragraph 4, what does friendship teach us? (There are a lot of advice!) 7.What rhythm do friendships follow? Make notes about the 2 distinctions. 8.What is a consumer pleasure type friendship? How long does this last? 9.In paragraph 5, what do entrepreneurship relationships form on or around? 10.In paragraph 6, what must we do when we really value friendships? 11.Friendships are not about diversion or return… what are they and what influence do they have on us? 12.What happens when friendships are threatened? What’s Todd’s argument about friendships and why are they the way they are? Assignment 3: Your Vision BoardAll of the characters had dreams or visions of their future. It's important to consider your own vision. Your job is to create your own vision board.
Include: ¤Activities you want to participate or learn- like traveling, gardening, reading, exercise. ¤What do you think you might do for a living? ¤What about money? ¤What about a boyfriend/girlfriend? Marriage? ¤Starting a family? What about a dog? ¤College? ¤Phrases/Words that say what your ambitions are or your motivation. |
Chapter 1 Vocab
1.Mottle 2.Recumbent 3.Morose 4.Juncture 5.Drone 6.Brusque 7.Pantomime 8.Imperiously 9.Anguish 10.Bindle 11.Stake 12.Debris 1.Maul
2.Meager 3.Disarming 4.Persuasive 5.Sullen 6.Indignation 7.Contemptuous 8.Appraise 9. Avert 10. Crestfallen 11. Aloof 12. Fawn 13. Contorted 14. Bewilder 15. Console 16. Writhe |
Chapte 2 Vocab
1. Cesspool 2. Pugnacious 3. Ominous(ly) 4. Slough 5. Liniment 6. Mollify 7. Complacent 8. Gravity – (not like earth gravity) 9. Apprehensive 10. Plaintively 11. Derogatory 12. Gingerly |
Chapter 3 Vocab
1. derision 2. receptive 3. scuttle 4. rheumatism 5. quiver 6. reprehensible 7. bemuse(d) 8. spectacles 9. conceal 10. entranced --(NOT like an entrance to a building) |
May 16, 2016: Pre-Reading for OMAM
1. Watch clip: Compare & Contrast
2. Idioms of 1930's 3. (Blue half-sheet) OMAM Pre-reading Questions: On a sheet of paper, neatly respond to these questions in complete sentences! 1. What does it mean to not be “all there”? 2. How do YOU react towards people who have mental disabilities? Be specific & give an example. 3. What have you been taught about those who are mentally disabled? Do you have any family members who are mentally disabled? 4. How do others treat those who have mental disabilities? What have you observed at school or out in public? 5. If you think about it, what are 3 challenges when it comes to interacting with someone who is mentally disabled? 6. What are some things you hear others say about people with mental disabilities? 7. What does loneliness feel like & why are some people burdened with this feeling? 8. Which hurts worse: grief, anger, resentment, jealousy, or loneliness? Which one hurts the least? Explain. 9. Are male friendships more prone (likely) to end because of competition than female friendships? Defend your answer. 10. Define friendship: |
May 12 & 13, 2016: TED Talks
On Thursday, there were a lot of students who were not here due to a field trip and on Friday, half the class was volunteering at the Children's Carnival. Here are some assignments that have been given-- it's your responsibility to complete them, regardless of your attendance.
1. Grammar: Writing Numbers & Words Often Confused A, B, C, D, & E.
(Complete the sheets but hold on to them and we will check them next week!)
2. TED Talks: See below and make sure you received the chart from me!
3. If you "forgot" to do your "Self-Reliance" Aphorism homework from Monday night, I'd highly recommend doing this in class today. See the assignment below. Make sure you read the directions. This will be counted late, but it is being counted as a major assignment!
1. Grammar: Writing Numbers & Words Often Confused A, B, C, D, & E.
(Complete the sheets but hold on to them and we will check them next week!)
2. TED Talks: See below and make sure you received the chart from me!
3. If you "forgot" to do your "Self-Reliance" Aphorism homework from Monday night, I'd highly recommend doing this in class today. See the assignment below. Make sure you read the directions. This will be counted late, but it is being counted as a major assignment!
https://www.ted.com/talks/louie_schwartzberg_nature_beauty_gratitude?language=en
https://www.ted.com/talks/susan_cain_the_power_of_introverts?language=en
https://www.ted.com/talks/susan_cain_the_power_of_introverts?language=en
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May 9, 2016: Intro to "Self-Reliance"
First things first-- Master Vocabulary! Click the link below.
https://www.vocabulary.com/lists/1080506#view=notes
CLASSWORK/HOMEWORK: Look at the assignment below. Complete this on a sheet of notebook paper!
Understanding “Self-Reliance”
Explain the meaning of the four aphorisms from Emerson’s “Self-Reliance.” Then, describe and analyze what they make you think about… this might be something that relates to your life or someone you know. Also consider stories you’ve read, movies you’ve watched, or events from history. COMPLETE SENTENCES, COMPLETE SENTENCES, COMPLETE SENTENCES!!!
I've done the first one for you; however, I'd like for you to write the aphorism and its meaning.
1. “A foolish consistency is the hobgoblin of little minds, adored by statesmen and philosophers and divines.”
Meaning: Too much consistency cuts off the flow of progress through fresh ideas and differing viewpoints. These little statesmen, philosophers, and clergy cling to what they know and are familiar with, rather than expanding their vision to include new thoughts and methods.
Personal Connection: People tend to do what is known—what is familiar and what has always been done. We tend to do this because it’s what is easier. There are politicians, business owners, religious leaders, or educators "showing" or persuading us to do what they believe is right. I don’t like change and I’m also afraid of doing the wrong thing. To me, failure is scary; however, it is important to think for yourself and make smart decisions.
2. "Envy is ignorance." (First consider what envy is and then consider what ignorance means.)
Meaning: COMPLETE SENTENCES, COMPLETE SENTENCES, COMPLETE SENTENCES!!!
Personal Connection:
3. “Imitation is suicide.” (What does it mean to imitate? What is suicide?)
Meaning: COMPLETE SENTENCES, COMPLETE SENTENCES, COMPLETE SENTENCES!!!
Personal Connection:
4. “Whoso would be a man, must be a nonconformist.”
Meaning: COMPLETE SENTENCES, COMPLETE SENTENCES, COMPLETE SENTENCES!!!
Personal Connection:
5. “It is easy in the world to live after the world’s opinion; it is easy in solitude to live after our own; but the great man is he who in the midst of the crowd keeps with perfect sweetness the independence of solitude…”
Meaning: COMPLETE SENTENCES, COMPLETE SENTENCES, COMPLETE SENTENCES!!!
Personal Connection:
https://www.vocabulary.com/lists/1080506#view=notes
CLASSWORK/HOMEWORK: Look at the assignment below. Complete this on a sheet of notebook paper!
Understanding “Self-Reliance”
Explain the meaning of the four aphorisms from Emerson’s “Self-Reliance.” Then, describe and analyze what they make you think about… this might be something that relates to your life or someone you know. Also consider stories you’ve read, movies you’ve watched, or events from history. COMPLETE SENTENCES, COMPLETE SENTENCES, COMPLETE SENTENCES!!!
I've done the first one for you; however, I'd like for you to write the aphorism and its meaning.
1. “A foolish consistency is the hobgoblin of little minds, adored by statesmen and philosophers and divines.”
Meaning: Too much consistency cuts off the flow of progress through fresh ideas and differing viewpoints. These little statesmen, philosophers, and clergy cling to what they know and are familiar with, rather than expanding their vision to include new thoughts and methods.
Personal Connection: People tend to do what is known—what is familiar and what has always been done. We tend to do this because it’s what is easier. There are politicians, business owners, religious leaders, or educators "showing" or persuading us to do what they believe is right. I don’t like change and I’m also afraid of doing the wrong thing. To me, failure is scary; however, it is important to think for yourself and make smart decisions.
2. "Envy is ignorance." (First consider what envy is and then consider what ignorance means.)
Meaning: COMPLETE SENTENCES, COMPLETE SENTENCES, COMPLETE SENTENCES!!!
Personal Connection:
3. “Imitation is suicide.” (What does it mean to imitate? What is suicide?)
Meaning: COMPLETE SENTENCES, COMPLETE SENTENCES, COMPLETE SENTENCES!!!
Personal Connection:
4. “Whoso would be a man, must be a nonconformist.”
Meaning: COMPLETE SENTENCES, COMPLETE SENTENCES, COMPLETE SENTENCES!!!
Personal Connection:
5. “It is easy in the world to live after the world’s opinion; it is easy in solitude to live after our own; but the great man is he who in the midst of the crowd keeps with perfect sweetness the independence of solitude…”
Meaning: COMPLETE SENTENCES, COMPLETE SENTENCES, COMPLETE SENTENCES!!!
Personal Connection:
May 3, 2016: Founding Fathers of Transcendentalism
Finishing up your Emerson & Thoreau Transcendentalism Tenets & Quote Chart
Begin brainstorming for your Modern Transcendentalist Project-- I gave out the rubric in class.
http://elitedaily.com/money/science-simplicity-successful-people-wear-thing-every-day/849141/
Begin brainstorming for your Modern Transcendentalist Project-- I gave out the rubric in class.
http://elitedaily.com/money/science-simplicity-successful-people-wear-thing-every-day/849141/
May 2, 2016: Monday.
Happy AP Whatever Test Day!
Here's what you missed:
APPETIZER FOR TODAY!!!
"Don't ever be ashamed of loving the things that make your little heart happy."
1. What does this mean? Why is it important? Explain your interpretation.
2. What are 10 "things" you love but others might consider weird? Just make a list.
Cameron claims that he puts cheese in his Ramen noodles. (Ummm, eww?)
Modern Transcendentalism-- 5 Tenets (according to Emerson & Thoreau)
Define these tenets on your chart. If I were you, just Google "Transcendentalism __________ (insert tenet)".
It's important to know exactly what Emerson and Thoreau meant.
1. Self-Reliance
2. Non-Conformity
3. Intuition Over Reason
4. Simplified Living
5. Importance of Nature
Here's what you missed:
APPETIZER FOR TODAY!!!
"Don't ever be ashamed of loving the things that make your little heart happy."
1. What does this mean? Why is it important? Explain your interpretation.
2. What are 10 "things" you love but others might consider weird? Just make a list.
Cameron claims that he puts cheese in his Ramen noodles. (Ummm, eww?)
Modern Transcendentalism-- 5 Tenets (according to Emerson & Thoreau)
Define these tenets on your chart. If I were you, just Google "Transcendentalism __________ (insert tenet)".
It's important to know exactly what Emerson and Thoreau meant.
1. Self-Reliance
2. Non-Conformity
3. Intuition Over Reason
4. Simplified Living
5. Importance of Nature
April 29, 2016: TGIF
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On this prom eve, I think it's time for a little advice.
1. Watch this clip. 2. Consider the Rhetorical Triangle: 1. How does the speaker establish credibility or authority? 2. How does the speaker appeal to our emotions? 3. How does the speaker appeal to logic? What are his 3 main points? Summarize each point. 4. What did you think about Kutcher's acceptance speech? |
April 27, 2016: TED Talks & NPR Commencement Speech Choice
This link will take you to the actual TED website that can give you information about how many views the video received and when the talk was given.
https://www.ted.com/talks/charlie_todd_the_shared_experience_of_absurdity |
1. You'll be given TWO charts (on one page).
2. For the TED Talk, watch this talk below. (It's really funny!) 3. Then, I'll give you a choice. Go to this website (http://apps.npr.org/commencement/) & choose a speech that you can VIEW. It MUST have a little viewing icon. My only request is that you choose a speech on how to: - change the world - make art - unplug - fight for equality - remember history |
April 21 & 22, 2016: What's your motto?
As your appetizer for today, I'd like for you to write down 5 things you know (or think you know) about Steve Jobs. Then, I'd like for you to brainstorm 5 things you want to learn about Steve Jobs. (And yes, even if you don't care about Steve Jobs, make something up!) You can do this on a sheet of notebook paper.
After our class viewing and analyzing questions, you'll provide 5 things you learned either from him or about him.
After our class viewing and analyzing questions, you'll provide 5 things you learned either from him or about him.
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April 20, 2016: How persuasive are you?
***PLEASE DO YOUR HOMEWORK ON A SEPARATE SHEET OF PAPER!!!
April 20, 2016: Transition Questions
THIS MUST BE DONE ON A SEPARATE SHEET OF PAPER. Don’t forget complete sentences!!!
1. What are 4 ways we conform to society?
2. Why should we appreciate nature? Explain.
3. What does it mean to be self-reliant? At what age should we be considered self-reliant? Explain!
4. Why do we have a government? Explain.
5. Why is it wrong to question authority?
6. When is it appropriate to question authority?
7. Why is it important to spend time by yourself?
8. What are the 3 reasons why authors write?
9. What happens when you disobey: (give a specific example of what
1. your parents
2. your boss
3. a girlfriend/boyfriend
4. the police
5. your coach
6. your teacher
10. What happens when you don’t do what everyone else expects you to do? Give 3 examples of real life experiences.
1. What are 4 ways we conform to society?
2. Why should we appreciate nature? Explain.
3. What does it mean to be self-reliant? At what age should we be considered self-reliant? Explain!
4. Why do we have a government? Explain.
5. Why is it wrong to question authority?
6. When is it appropriate to question authority?
7. Why is it important to spend time by yourself?
8. What are the 3 reasons why authors write?
9. What happens when you disobey: (give a specific example of what
1. your parents
2. your boss
3. a girlfriend/boyfriend
4. the police
5. your coach
6. your teacher
10. What happens when you don’t do what everyone else expects you to do? Give 3 examples of real life experiences.
April 19, 2016: Benjamin FranklinAppetizer:
1. Who is Socrates? Briefly describe him and consider why Franklin would have said, "Imitate Jesus and Socrates" within his 13 Virtues. 2. When was the Age of Reason? TIME PERIOD WISE! (DO NOT CONFUSE WITH THIS WITH THE BOOK!) 3. What was the purpose of the Age of Reason? What were people doing? How was America changing? 4. What are 10 inventions of Benjamin Franklin? Rank them in order of importance to you!
http://science.howstuffworks.com/innovation/famous-inventors/benjamin-franklin-quiz.htm
To learn about Benjamin Franklin (vs. reading his autobiography), take this quiz. 1. You obviously don't know much about him, so it's okay if you "fail" the quiz the first time though. 2. FAIL= first attempt in learning 3. Pull up the file below (these are the questions from the quiz) and click the link above. 4. WRITE YOUR ANSWERS DOWN ON A SHEET OF PAPER. ANSWERS SHOULD BE IN COMPLETE SENTENCES!!!!!!!!!! (That way you DO NOT have to write the question!!!!!!!!) 5. Now that you've learned about him, go back through the quiz and get a 30/30! Holler at me so I can give you that 100%! April 15, 2016: Virtues & AphorismsPart One:
Semicolons: How, when, and where to use them. -Watch clip -Complete grammar worksheets -Log in to www.noredink.com and complete the diagnostic practice! April 14, 2016:1. What makes a successful person? QUARTER SHEET.
On the back, list 5 qualities/characteristic traits that you think are most important in your life. 2. #TBT Grammar: www.noredink.com 3. Finish stuff! April 13, 2016: Who said that?
On the line, provide the person's name. I'd also like for you to state WHO the person is saying this to, the act #, and the page # in the space after the quote. Don't forget to state the person's SIR name... Mrs. Proctor, Mr. Putnam, John Proctor, Rev. Hale, etc.
Also, please turn in your Reversal Poem (from Monday) and don't forget about your TRANSITION QUESTIONS-- seriously reflect on these and DON'T FORGET: COMPLETE SENTENCES OR IT IS WRONG! April 12, 2106: The Crucible ABCsTo complete your ABC chart, consider:
- the actual definition of CRUCIBLE – and connect with an example - your Salem Witch Trials Webquest that we completed before reading - the 7 Deadly Sins – state sin and connect with an example - the 10 Commandments - which commandment and its connection - a person/character, you must give 2 specific examples that relate to the character’s motivation, role, or connection to the play -“The Crucible” Vocabulary from www.vocabulary.com - your knowledge of the Puritan lifestyle April 7, 2016: Is John Proctor a tragic hero?
Yes/No? (This isn't that hard of a question to answer-- he is a perfect example of a tragic hero.) But, how can you explain this; what proof do we have? Start by examining EVERYTHING about his character and his actions within the play. Your partner and you should use the brief excerpt about Proctor from page 14 of the play (I made a copy for you on yellow paper.), along with other memorable quotes or events from the plot.
Then, you've also been given a worksheet/graphic organizer brainstorm to assist you with dissecting John's character. You will have time in class on Friday to compose your argument along with your evidence, examples, and reasoning. April 5, 20161. www.noredink.com assignment
This assignment needs to be done TODAY in class. If it's late, points will be deducted! 2. Watch this clip (below) or to the right. What is a tragic hero? 3. Who is Aristotle? 4. How does Aristotle define a tragic hero? |
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March 21, 2016: Act 2 of The Crucible
Happy Monday! Today students were given a organizer titled, "Conflicts in Salem: Identifying Problems Developing in Act 1 of The Crucible.
Even before the accusations of witchcraft start, the people of Salem seem to be in the middle of many different conflicts. After reading Act 1 of The Crucible, identify who is fighting with whom as well as the reasons for the conflicts. This will be essential information to know as the community starts tearing itself apart.
Attention, attention!!! There is ONE important part-- within the REASONS, I'd like for you to provide an example from the text-- that might be something that the character said directly, or it might be a paraphrased explanation. Here's an example from a short story titled, "The Most Dangerous Game."
man vs. man-- General Zaroff vs. Rainsford
Reason: Zaroff invites Rainsford an invitation to go hunting. Rainsford declines but Zaroff won't take no for an answer. Rainsford realizes that Zaroff no longer considers animals to be a challenge-- Zaroff now hunts humans and Rainsford will now be his game.
Even before the accusations of witchcraft start, the people of Salem seem to be in the middle of many different conflicts. After reading Act 1 of The Crucible, identify who is fighting with whom as well as the reasons for the conflicts. This will be essential information to know as the community starts tearing itself apart.
Attention, attention!!! There is ONE important part-- within the REASONS, I'd like for you to provide an example from the text-- that might be something that the character said directly, or it might be a paraphrased explanation. Here's an example from a short story titled, "The Most Dangerous Game."
man vs. man-- General Zaroff vs. Rainsford
Reason: Zaroff invites Rainsford an invitation to go hunting. Rainsford declines but Zaroff won't take no for an answer. Rainsford realizes that Zaroff no longer considers animals to be a challenge-- Zaroff now hunts humans and Rainsford will now be his game.
March 17 & 18, 2016: Act 1 of The Crucible
Thursday we began reading Act 1 of The Crucible. Students were given guided reading questions and a character conflict map. Friday we went over the character conflict map, had a fire drill, worked on the reading questions, and practiced vocabulary from the play using www.vocabulary.com.
March 16, 2016: The Overture for The Crucible
The Overture begins on page 6 and ends on page 9 where the play begins.
In order to understand Samuel Parris and the "vibe" in Salem, answer these questions and be ready for discussion!
1. What did Reverend Parris believe about himself?
2. Paraphrase the Reverend's attitude toward children.
3. After reading page 6 & 7, what seems to be most important to the townspeople of Salem?
4. What did the Puritans believe about the forest? (page 7)
5. What is a theocracy and why did Salem create one? (page 8)
6. What does "... the time came in New England when the repressions of order were heavier than seemed warranted by the dangers against which the order was organized" mean? (page 8)
7. Based on the final page of the Overture, why were so many townspeople accusing others of witchcraft? In other words, what were the accusers' motives?
In order to understand Samuel Parris and the "vibe" in Salem, answer these questions and be ready for discussion!
1. What did Reverend Parris believe about himself?
2. Paraphrase the Reverend's attitude toward children.
3. After reading page 6 & 7, what seems to be most important to the townspeople of Salem?
4. What did the Puritans believe about the forest? (page 7)
5. What is a theocracy and why did Salem create one? (page 8)
6. What does "... the time came in New England when the repressions of order were heavier than seemed warranted by the dangers against which the order was organized" mean? (page 8)
7. Based on the final page of the Overture, why were so many townspeople accusing others of witchcraft? In other words, what were the accusers' motives?
March 14, 2016: Library for class registration!
After registering for classes, I'd like for you to practice vocabulary for The Crucible and answer a couple more questions.
1. What is GROUPTHINK? http://socialpsyq.com/2014/10/31/the-salem-witch-trials-groupthink-at-its-worst/ 2. What is hysteria? (There are differences between the two!) 3. What is mass hysteria? 4. Who said this quote? "The only thing to fear is fear itself." 5. What does this quote mean? Explain. VOCABULARY!!! OMG -- there are SO many HARD words. You'll have to make an account. If you need to, you can search VOCABULARY LISTS (it's the top right corner-- search Henderson crucible) I'd like for you to go to the site below and practice this list. You must get 80% or higher to prove mastery. There will be a circle that will show your progress. https://www.vocabulary.com/lists/1007819#view=notes |
March 10 & 11, 2016: The Salem Witch Trials
1. Go to the website below to complete the webquest
FYI: You are going to have to do a close reading to complete this activity.
The answers are there but they might be worded differently.
https://school.discoveryeducation.com/schooladventures/salemwitchtrials/
2. "How to Spot a Witch" -- read this article that's on the back of your webquest.
For classwork, I'd like for you to download the file below and answer the questions using claims and evidence from the article.
3. Then check out these websites below.
Adam Goodheart gives you several ways to spot a witch. Using the two sites below, make a list of 10 other ways, including a brief explanation, that one might be "accused" of this silly accusation.
http://www.huffingtonpost.com/marilynne-k-roach/9-reasons-you-might-have-_b_4029745.html
http://www.history.com/news/history-lists/7-bizarre-witch-trial-tests
4. VOCABULARY!!! OMG -- there are SO many HARD words. I'd like for you to go to the site below and practice this list.
You must get 80% or higher to prove mastery. There will be a circle that will show your progress.
https://www.vocabulary.com/lists/1007819#view=notes
FYI: You are going to have to do a close reading to complete this activity.
The answers are there but they might be worded differently.
https://school.discoveryeducation.com/schooladventures/salemwitchtrials/
2. "How to Spot a Witch" -- read this article that's on the back of your webquest.
For classwork, I'd like for you to download the file below and answer the questions using claims and evidence from the article.
3. Then check out these websites below.
Adam Goodheart gives you several ways to spot a witch. Using the two sites below, make a list of 10 other ways, including a brief explanation, that one might be "accused" of this silly accusation.
http://www.huffingtonpost.com/marilynne-k-roach/9-reasons-you-might-have-_b_4029745.html
http://www.history.com/news/history-lists/7-bizarre-witch-trial-tests
4. VOCABULARY!!! OMG -- there are SO many HARD words. I'd like for you to go to the site below and practice this list.
You must get 80% or higher to prove mastery. There will be a circle that will show your progress.
https://www.vocabulary.com/lists/1007819#view=notes
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March 8, 2016: Reputation
Pre-Writing Brainstorm: Why is your reputation important?
According to vocabulary.com, your reputation is the general belief or opinion that other people have about you.
If you are considered trustworthy and kind, you have a good reputation.
Do a brainstorm as to why your reputation is important.
These don’t have to be complete sentences… but make sure you can remember what you were trying to explain.
•What does your reputation mean to you?
•What are ways people can ruin their reputation?
•Why is your reputation important? (Or maybe you don’t think it is… but you should!)
•Why might one be concerned with their reputation?
•How might you lose your reputation? Think of ways people might damage their reputation.
•How easy is it to regain your reputation?
•Why might people want to ruin your reputation?
According to vocabulary.com, your reputation is the general belief or opinion that other people have about you.
If you are considered trustworthy and kind, you have a good reputation.
Do a brainstorm as to why your reputation is important.
These don’t have to be complete sentences… but make sure you can remember what you were trying to explain.
•What does your reputation mean to you?
•What are ways people can ruin their reputation?
•Why is your reputation important? (Or maybe you don’t think it is… but you should!)
•Why might one be concerned with their reputation?
•How might you lose your reputation? Think of ways people might damage their reputation.
•How easy is it to regain your reputation?
•Why might people want to ruin your reputation?
Homework Q's for 3/8/2016
1. Define the word CRUCIBLE. ( It has several meanings!)
2. What does your name mean? Explore different interpretations. Look it up or ask your parents why they chose your name. Also, does your name suit you? Do you like your name? Does your name represent your family tree?
3. What is adultery? Look it up and define. What's your opinion of adultery? Explain.
2. What does your name mean? Explore different interpretations. Look it up or ask your parents why they chose your name. Also, does your name suit you? Do you like your name? Does your name represent your family tree?
3. What is adultery? Look it up and define. What's your opinion of adultery? Explain.
March 7, 2016: Classwork Questions
On a sheet of paper, answer the following questions:
1. What are the 7 Deadly Sins? List them and provide a brief explanation)
2. What are the 10 Commandments?
3. What is an allegory? Define and then provide 2 examples that you might have read before.
4. Define superstition.
5. Give 5 examples of superstitions that people believe or maybe you believe to be true.
1. What are the 7 Deadly Sins? List them and provide a brief explanation)
2. What are the 10 Commandments?
3. What is an allegory? Define and then provide 2 examples that you might have read before.
4. Define superstition.
5. Give 5 examples of superstitions that people believe or maybe you believe to be true.
March 2 - 7, 2016: How to spot a sinner? Would you be dropped in Hell?
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February 29, 2016
You'll need your copy of "Huswifery" and your pencil/pen.
1. What is an extended metaphor? If you look at the two margin questions on the right side. (F & G)
Write your definition in that area.
2. Go through the poem and look for tough/unknown vocabulary. Using the footnote definitions (there are 5), circle or highlight and write an easier meaning around or near the word so the poem makes a little more sense.
3. Read "Huswifery" and then take this ACT style question check. Click the link below.
http://goo.gl/forms/VhzkY41kEH
1. What is an extended metaphor? If you look at the two margin questions on the right side. (F & G)
Write your definition in that area.
2. Go through the poem and look for tough/unknown vocabulary. Using the footnote definitions (there are 5), circle or highlight and write an easier meaning around or near the word so the poem makes a little more sense.
3. Read "Huswifery" and then take this ACT style question check. Click the link below.
http://goo.gl/forms/VhzkY41kEH
February 23, 2016: Completing the Non-Test Portions Before ACT Test Day
ACT Student Information Portion (Takes all of class!)
February 18 & 19, 2016
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February 17, 2016: What do you need to score on the ACT?
The ACT is coming up on March 1st! Wake County is graciously paying for you to take this test.
Before the ACT, I’d like for you to do some research on some colleges/universities that you are planning on applying to next year.
I'd like for you to visit the site below. You should probably make an account. Once you've made an account, browse some colleges and "add this college to your list" to go back to later.
https://bigfuture.collegeboard.org/college-search
If you are planning on joining the military, go to this site:
http://ewhscareercenter.weebly.com/military-information.html
Before the ACT, I’d like for you to do some research on some colleges/universities that you are planning on applying to next year.
I'd like for you to visit the site below. You should probably make an account. Once you've made an account, browse some colleges and "add this college to your list" to go back to later.
https://bigfuture.collegeboard.org/college-search
If you are planning on joining the military, go to this site:
http://ewhscareercenter.weebly.com/military-information.html
February 15, 2016: Happy Snow Day?
Hey! Hope you had a special Valentine's Day! I scheduled for our class to meet in the library tomorrow (Tuesday) so that you can type your William Bradford Journal! Today you can be working on your www.noredink.com! Don't forget, it's due Thursday night!
February 12, 2016: William Bradford’s Thanksgiving in 2016 Journal
Friday is early release, so I will give you time in class to brainstorm and begin composing Bradford's account of his day spent with you and your loved ones in the year of 2016. I was able to reserve you space in the media center on Monday; therefore, you will be able to type your final draft. (Bradford was able to type this before he had to venture back to Cape Cod.)
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Ahoy! Remember, you are putting this assignment together from Bradford's point of view! Please include references from his writing as well as details about your own family traditions and experiences. This should be you writing as if you are Bradford, in the style of Bradford. Be creative and remember that life wasn’t as wonderful in the 1620’s. To get the best grade possible, use the checklist below! Attach this to your paper!
Here is the rubric: _____ 20 points - the presentation/writing includes 5 direct references to William Bradford's journal (language, events/conflicts, emotions, people, religious gratitude) _____ 20 points - the presentation/writing accurately demonstrates the literary voice of William Bradford (Think about how he wrote…) _____ 20 points - the presentation/writing compares Thanksgiving traditions then and now _____ 10 points - the presentation/writing shows individual creative and critical thought _____ 10 points - proof of brainstorming (which was assigned on Tuesday, 2/9/2016) _____ 20 points - the presentation/writing demonstrates grammatical and language accuracy/formatting (name, teacher’s name, class, date) |
February 8 - 12, 2016: Bradford and Smith... the arrivals of the English Settlers
Throughout the journal, William Bradford gives God credit for many of the events he describes. Provide at least 3 examples of Bradford giving God credit by either highlighting or circling the examples directly in the text. Honestly, there are more than 3. Since all you have to do is highlight or circle, mark it up!
The First Encounter: Close read/annotating
1. In the first encounter, what day did they arrive and where exactly did they land?
2. What did they find? What was there? Was it what they expected? Highlight this information.
3. Looking at the information in the footnotes, annotate in the space who they made deals with (Indian wise) and how long it would take to repay them.
4. What was the weather like? (The setting is key!)
5. Highlight BARRICADO and make sure you understand what this means.
6. What’s a synonym for SENTINEL?
7. When they first encountered the Indians, circle/highlight the details that Bradford tells us about. (What did they have with them?)
8. Highlight Rendezvous = Look at the footnotes and write the meaning.
9. Circle/highlight the details of the first few men who encountered the Indians.
10. Again, he gives thanks to God for doing what? Circle this part and any other information that explains how God might have caused this conflict to end.
The First Encounter: Close read/annotating
1. In the first encounter, what day did they arrive and where exactly did they land?
2. What did they find? What was there? Was it what they expected? Highlight this information.
3. Looking at the information in the footnotes, annotate in the space who they made deals with (Indian wise) and how long it would take to repay them.
4. What was the weather like? (The setting is key!)
5. Highlight BARRICADO and make sure you understand what this means.
6. What’s a synonym for SENTINEL?
7. When they first encountered the Indians, circle/highlight the details that Bradford tells us about. (What did they have with them?)
8. Highlight Rendezvous = Look at the footnotes and write the meaning.
9. Circle/highlight the details of the first few men who encountered the Indians.
10. Again, he gives thanks to God for doing what? Circle this part and any other information that explains how God might have caused this conflict to end.
Connecting to Literature for 2/5: Before our next two class readings, I'd like for you to reflect on the following questions. On a separate sheet of paper, write your responses. The purpose of the questions is to seriously consider the REAL issue so you can understand why the people or events we read about were important to the time era.
***News flash: I don't expect you to write the question; however, I do expect your answer to have a portion of the question. If you are confused, here's an example: Language has shaped our culture by.... or 3 challenges that we face when it comes to communication are...
1. How has language shaped our culture? (Give 2 examples!)
2. What are 3 challenges when it comes to communication? How do we struggle?
3. Tell me about a time where you had a hard time communicating with someone-- either on the phone, in person, email, conversation...
***News flash: I don't expect you to write the question; however, I do expect your answer to have a portion of the question. If you are confused, here's an example: Language has shaped our culture by.... or 3 challenges that we face when it comes to communication are...
1. How has language shaped our culture? (Give 2 examples!)
2. What are 3 challenges when it comes to communication? How do we struggle?
3. Tell me about a time where you had a hard time communicating with someone-- either on the phone, in person, email, conversation...
Create a FREE account at www.noredink.com
We will be using NoRedInk to focus on conventions of grammar.
Our class code is: a83med9m
CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.L.11-12.1
Demonstrate command of the conventions of standard English grammar and usage when writing or speaking.
CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.L.11-12.2
Demonstrate command of the conventions of standard English capitalization, punctuation, and spelling when writing.
(2/4/2016) After you create your account, I would like for you to complete the "TRIAL RUN" assignment. It looks like a lot but it's not. The idea is that you master these concepts.
I've set this assignment to close on 2/5/2016 by 11:50 PM.
Within this assignment, you will be focusing on:
We will be using NoRedInk to focus on conventions of grammar.
Our class code is: a83med9m
CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.L.11-12.1
Demonstrate command of the conventions of standard English grammar and usage when writing or speaking.
CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.L.11-12.2
Demonstrate command of the conventions of standard English capitalization, punctuation, and spelling when writing.
(2/4/2016) After you create your account, I would like for you to complete the "TRIAL RUN" assignment. It looks like a lot but it's not. The idea is that you master these concepts.
I've set this assignment to close on 2/5/2016 by 11:50 PM.
Within this assignment, you will be focusing on:
- Choosing the Appropriate Conjunctions
- Commonly Confused Words I
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Getting creative!
You are being tasked to create your own Native American style myth that can be a creation myth, an origin myth, or a trickster myth. There are some requirements that I am including for your myth: Must have both "humans" and animals Must include two archetypal characters Must have dialogue Must have a conflict (duh.) Other ideas: How cats or dogs got their tails? How did the sun come in to existence? Why does the moon disappear each month? How the mockingbird came to sing so beautifully? Why are wheels round? How did we come to have daylight? Why do trees grow vertically instead of horizontally? How were waves created and what do they mean? Why can humans speak but animals cannot? Why can penguins (or any animal) not fly? |
January 27 & 28, 2016: Native American Creation Myths
We read (as a class) two creation myths and one origin myth.
On Wednesday, I asked the class to annotate the myths as we read-- looking closely at the characters, the events, the use of colors, directions, animal symbolism, etc. You definitely need your Native American notes from Tuesday.
I wrote these questions up on the board with the expectation that you are able to SHOW evidence of your answers in the myth.
1. Who are the characters? What tribe does this myth belong to?
2. What are 3 archetypes that you can associate with this myth?
3. What makes "The Sky Tree" a CREATION myth?
4. Who is responsible for the earth?
5. Why might the animals have capitalized names? What might that tell us about the tribe's beliefs?
On Wednesday, I asked the class to annotate the myths as we read-- looking closely at the characters, the events, the use of colors, directions, animal symbolism, etc. You definitely need your Native American notes from Tuesday.
I wrote these questions up on the board with the expectation that you are able to SHOW evidence of your answers in the myth.
1. Who are the characters? What tribe does this myth belong to?
2. What are 3 archetypes that you can associate with this myth?
3. What makes "The Sky Tree" a CREATION myth?
4. Who is responsible for the earth?
5. Why might the animals have capitalized names? What might that tell us about the tribe's beliefs?
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January 21, 2016: To snow or not to snow?
Homework: Read "Superman and Me" by Sherman Alexie
This is kind of what your paper should look like. Don't go highlighter crazy, but do a thorough read and make additional notes as you read along!
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For tonight’s homework, I simply want you to read and use the following questions to annotate the text.
I highly recommend using www.vocabulary.com for definitions and meanings!
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1. Welcome!
2. Who's here? Who's not?
3. East Wake Rules & Expectations --> REVISITED!
4. Syllabus for English III
5. "All About Me" Write
6. Homework: 2 Questions
1. Describe what the concept of the "American Dream" either looks like, symbolizes, means, or could be described in your OWN opinion. You should have a minimum of 15 ideas.
2. Make a list: what are 25 conflicts or issues that have affected America today? Think back to all of the historical events.
2. Who's here? Who's not?
3. East Wake Rules & Expectations --> REVISITED!
4. Syllabus for English III
5. "All About Me" Write
6. Homework: 2 Questions
1. Describe what the concept of the "American Dream" either looks like, symbolizes, means, or could be described in your OWN opinion. You should have a minimum of 15 ideas.
2. Make a list: what are 25 conflicts or issues that have affected America today? Think back to all of the historical events.
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