Objective: SWBAT compare a film to a play.
Do-Now: Summarize the major events in Act 1 of "Romeo & Juliet."
Today: 1) Watch Act 1 of "Romeo & Juliet."
Homework: Parallelism Quiz on Thursday, May 9!!! "Romeo & Juliet" Acts 1 and 2 Quiz on Friday, May 10!!!
Friday, April 26, 2013
Thursday, April 25, 2013
Friday, April 26
Objective: SWBAT complete a quiz on Run-Ons and Comma Splices. SWBAT compare a film version of a play to its written version. SWBAT choose TWO Friday Free Choice activities to demonstrate their knowledge and understanding of Act 1 of "Romeo & Juliet."
Do-Now: FREE WRITE (Write 5-7 sentences about anything you want). Due Now: 1 sonnet, 3 haiku, and 2 tankas.
Today: 1) You have FIVE minutes to review for your quiz on Run-Ons and Comma Splices.
2) Quiz: Run-Ons and Comma Splices I & II: For BOTH Test 2's, you need to RE-WRITE the entire sentence on the line provided. Make sure you are correcting the sentences using the method(s) described at the TOP OF THE PAGE. For BOTH Test 5's you must write the letter of the sentence in each group that is punctuated CORRECTLY.
3) Friday Free Choice: Choose TWO of the following assignments to complete. Each assignment is worth TEN classwork points for a total of TWENTY points. If you complete more than two assignments, each additional assignment is worth TEN extra-credit points.
4) Watch Act 1 of "Romeo & Juliet."
Homework: Friday Free Choice assignments and Extra Credit Due MONDAY!!!
Do-Now: FREE WRITE (Write 5-7 sentences about anything you want). Due Now: 1 sonnet, 3 haiku, and 2 tankas.
Today: 1) You have FIVE minutes to review for your quiz on Run-Ons and Comma Splices.
2) Quiz: Run-Ons and Comma Splices I & II: For BOTH Test 2's, you need to RE-WRITE the entire sentence on the line provided. Make sure you are correcting the sentences using the method(s) described at the TOP OF THE PAGE. For BOTH Test 5's you must write the letter of the sentence in each group that is punctuated CORRECTLY.
3) Friday Free Choice: Choose TWO of the following assignments to complete. Each assignment is worth TEN classwork points for a total of TWENTY points. If you complete more than two assignments, each additional assignment is worth TEN extra-credit points.
CHOICE#1:
Age
Debate: Juliet
is only thirteen years old, yet her parents are considering marrying her to
Paris. At what age do you believe people
are ready for marriage? Compose a mini
essay (at least TEN full sentences) in which you explain what age you believe
someone must be in order to be ready for marriage, giving AT LEAST THREE
reasons to support your response. You
may also include examples from real life to support your reasons.
5
pts. = Length (minimum of TEN full sentences), 3 pts. = Reasons (at least
three),
2
pts. = Thoughtful Insight
CHOICE#2:
Party
Scene Parody:
During Act 1, Scene 5, Romeo crashes the Capulet party and falls in love with
Juliet at first sight. Not only does
Lord Capulet allow Romeo to stay at the party, despite Tybalt’s suggestion to
kill Romeo, but also Romeo totally forgets about Rosaline—the girl who he came
to the party to see. These events seem
very unrealistic. Re-write this scene
with more believable outcomes. What do
you believe would have really happened to Romeo as a result of him crashing the
party? Would he really have fallen in
love with Juliet so quickly? Would she
have returned his affection? Your
re-write should be a minimum of one-page and should be written in play format.
5
pts. = Length (minimum of one page), 3 pts. = Creativity, 2 pts. = Format
CHOICE#3:
Queen
Mab’s Portrait:
During Mercutio’s monologue (which you skipped) on pp. 53-55, he speaks at
length about a fictional fairy named Queen Mab.
In his speech, he gives a very detailed description of Queen Mab. Using this description, draw a picture of
her. You may choose to draw her doing
any of the activities Mercutio mentions (ie. Riding in her chariot over men’s
noses, tangling horses’ hair, etc.) Your
picture can be in color or black and white and must be hand-drawn.
5
pts. = Neatness, 5 pts. = Accuracy
CHOICE#4:
Street
Fight Re-Write:
Compose a modernized version of the street fight which occurs in the beginning
of Act 1, Scene 1. You must use the same
physical setting (a street) and the same characters, but will set the play in
2013. You can modernize the dialogue,
actions, and weapons the characters use.
(ie. Having the characters use guns instead of swords, having Sampson
give Abram the finger instead of biting his thumb, etc.) Your re-write should be at least one page
long and should be written in play format.
5
pts. = Length (at least one page), 3 pts. = Accurate Modernization, 2 pts. = Creativity
4) Watch Act 1 of "Romeo & Juliet."
Homework: Friday Free Choice assignments and Extra Credit Due MONDAY!!!
Wednesday, April 24, 2013
Thursday, April 25
Objective: SWBAT complete a
practice quiz for tomorrow’s quiz on comma splices. SWBAT identify an example of foreshadowing in Act 1, Scene 4 of “Romeo & Juliet.” SWBAT describe how Act 1, Scene 5 of “Romeo
& Juliet” represents both dramatic and situational irony
Do-Now: Practice Quiz for Run-Ons and Comma Splices: Test 1 and Test 4
Today: 1) Review Practice Quiz
2) In groups, read Act 1, Scene 4 and Act 1, Scene 5 of "Romeo & Juliet." What is foreshadowed in the end of Scene 4? How does Scene 5 represent both dramatic and situational irony? Read Act 1, Scene 4 online HERE. Read Act 1, Scene 5 online HERE.
3) Finish your sonnet. Today is your last day to work in it in class and it is due TOMORROW along with your TWO tankas and THREE haiku.
Exit Slip: What is foreshadowed by Romeo in the end Act 1, Scene 4? How does Act 1, Scene 5 represent both dramatic and situational irony? (Hint: What do we know about Romeo's true identity that Juliet does not know? Who do we expect Romeo to end up with at the party, and who does he end up with instead?)
Homework: Study for tomorrow's quiz on Run-Ons and Comma Splices! Due tomorrow: 1 sonnet, 3 haiku, and 2 tankas.
Do-Now: Practice Quiz for Run-Ons and Comma Splices: Test 1 and Test 4
Today: 1) Review Practice Quiz
2) In groups, read Act 1, Scene 4 and Act 1, Scene 5 of "Romeo & Juliet." What is foreshadowed in the end of Scene 4? How does Scene 5 represent both dramatic and situational irony? Read Act 1, Scene 4 online HERE. Read Act 1, Scene 5 online HERE.
3) Finish your sonnet. Today is your last day to work in it in class and it is due TOMORROW along with your TWO tankas and THREE haiku.
Exit Slip: What is foreshadowed by Romeo in the end Act 1, Scene 4? How does Act 1, Scene 5 represent both dramatic and situational irony? (Hint: What do we know about Romeo's true identity that Juliet does not know? Who do we expect Romeo to end up with at the party, and who does he end up with instead?)
Homework: Study for tomorrow's quiz on Run-Ons and Comma Splices! Due tomorrow: 1 sonnet, 3 haiku, and 2 tankas.
Tuesday, April 23, 2013
Wednesday, April 24
Objective: SWBAT identify and
correct run-ons and comma splices using a larger variety of transitional words. SWBAT describe how
Act 1, Scene 2 of “Romeo & Juliet” represents dramatic irony. SWBAT analyze Lord and Lady Capulet’s views
on marriage for Juliet.
Do-Now: Complete Run-Ons and Comma Splices II: Practice 3 and Test 3.
Today: 1) Review Practice 3 and Test 3.
2) Class will read Act 1, Scene 2 of "Romeo & Juliet." How does this scene represent dramatic irony? Read Act 1, Scene 2 online HERE.
3) In groups of THREE, read Act 1, Scene 3. The parts are NURSE, LADY CAPULET, and JULIET. Read Act 1, Scene 3 online HERE.
4) Continue working on your sonnet.
Exit Slip: What are Lord Capulet's views on Juliet marrying? What are Lady Capulet's views on Juliet marrying? How are they different from her husband's views? What do you believe might account for their different views? Explain.
Homework: Run-Ons and Comma Splices Quiz on FRIDAY!!! Final copy of sonnet due no later than FRIDAY!!!
Do-Now: Complete Run-Ons and Comma Splices II: Practice 3 and Test 3.
Today: 1) Review Practice 3 and Test 3.
2) Class will read Act 1, Scene 2 of "Romeo & Juliet." How does this scene represent dramatic irony? Read Act 1, Scene 2 online HERE.
3) In groups of THREE, read Act 1, Scene 3. The parts are NURSE, LADY CAPULET, and JULIET. Read Act 1, Scene 3 online HERE.
4) Continue working on your sonnet.
Exit Slip: What are Lord Capulet's views on Juliet marrying? What are Lady Capulet's views on Juliet marrying? How are they different from her husband's views? What do you believe might account for their different views? Explain.
Homework: Run-Ons and Comma Splices Quiz on FRIDAY!!! Final copy of sonnet due no later than FRIDAY!!!
Monday, April 22, 2013
Tuesday, April 23
Objective: SWBAT identify and
correct run-ons and comma splices using a larger variety of transitional words. SWBAT identify and
describe TWO conflicts in Act 1, Scene 1 of “Romeo & Juliet.” SWBAT compose a
Shakespearean sonnet following the correct format.
Do-Now: Get your Run-Ons and Comma Splices II packet from the pile and complete Practice 2 following the directions given on the page.
Today: 1) Go over Run-Ons and Comma Splices II Practice 2
2) Read Act 1, Scene 1 of "Romeo and Juliet." What are some of the conflicts presented to us in this opening scene? Read Act 1, Scene 1 online HERE.
3) Continue working on your Shakespearean Sonnet.
Exit Slip: What is the main conflict between the Montagues and Capulets? What is the potential consequence for their conflict? What is Romeo's personal conflict? What solution does Benvolio present for this conflict?
Homework: Run-Ons and Comma Splices Quiz on FRIDAY! Due by Friday: 3 Haiku, 2 Tankas, 1 Sonnet.
Do-Now: Get your Run-Ons and Comma Splices II packet from the pile and complete Practice 2 following the directions given on the page.
Today: 1) Go over Run-Ons and Comma Splices II Practice 2
2) Read Act 1, Scene 1 of "Romeo and Juliet." What are some of the conflicts presented to us in this opening scene? Read Act 1, Scene 1 online HERE.
3) Continue working on your Shakespearean Sonnet.
Exit Slip: What is the main conflict between the Montagues and Capulets? What is the potential consequence for their conflict? What is Romeo's personal conflict? What solution does Benvolio present for this conflict?
Homework: Run-Ons and Comma Splices Quiz on FRIDAY! Due by Friday: 3 Haiku, 2 Tankas, 1 Sonnet.
Friday, April 19, 2013
Monday, April 22
Objective: SWBAT identify and
correct run-ons and comma splices using a larger variety of transitional words. SWBAT translate the
Prologue from Romeo & Juliet into modern English. SWBAT compose a Shakespearean sonnet
following the correct format.
Do-Now: Today starts the fourth and final semester of the year. Set THREE goals for yourself that you wish to accomplish by the end of the school year.
Today: 1) Run-Ons and Comma Splices II : More ways to correct run-ons and comma splices.
2) Complete Run-Ons and Comma Splices II: Practice 1
3) Introduction to Shakespearean Tragedy: "Romeo & Juliet"
4) Reading The Prologue from "Romeo & Juliet." Read The Prologue online HERE.
5) Note-taking: Shakespearean Sonnet
6) Compose your own Shakespearean sonnet following the correct format. Use the worksheet that has been given to you along with your notes as a guideline.
Exit Slip: Summarize The Prologue from "Romeo & Juliet" in your own words.
Homework: Finish your sonnet. Quiz on Run-Ons and Comma Splices on FRIDAY!!!
Do-Now: Today starts the fourth and final semester of the year. Set THREE goals for yourself that you wish to accomplish by the end of the school year.
Today: 1) Run-Ons and Comma Splices II : More ways to correct run-ons and comma splices.
2) Complete Run-Ons and Comma Splices II: Practice 1
3) Introduction to Shakespearean Tragedy: "Romeo & Juliet"
4) Reading The Prologue from "Romeo & Juliet." Read The Prologue online HERE.
5) Note-taking: Shakespearean Sonnet
6) Compose your own Shakespearean sonnet following the correct format. Use the worksheet that has been given to you along with your notes as a guideline.
Exit Slip: Summarize The Prologue from "Romeo & Juliet" in your own words.
Homework: Finish your sonnet. Quiz on Run-Ons and Comma Splices on FRIDAY!!!
Thursday, April 18, 2013
Friday, April 19
Objective: SWBAT complete a Unit Test.
Do-Now: FREE WRITE (Write 5-7 sentences about anything you want)
Today: 1) You have FIFTEEN minutes to review for your test. Make sure you have a pen or pencil BEFORE we begin taking the test.
2) Unit Test #2
3) Finish any last minute make-up work for this class. All work must be turned in by 2:34pm today or it will not count!!!
4) Continue working on your tankas.
Homework: Finish your TWO tankas (due MONDAY.) If you have not written your THREE haiku yet, have them finished by MONDAY.
Do-Now: FREE WRITE (Write 5-7 sentences about anything you want)
Today: 1) You have FIFTEEN minutes to review for your test. Make sure you have a pen or pencil BEFORE we begin taking the test.
2) Unit Test #2
3) Finish any last minute make-up work for this class. All work must be turned in by 2:34pm today or it will not count!!!
4) Continue working on your tankas.
Homework: Finish your TWO tankas (due MONDAY.) If you have not written your THREE haiku yet, have them finished by MONDAY.
Wednesday, April 17, 2013
Thursday, April 18
Objective: SWBAT complete a practice quiz on run-ons and comma splices. SWBAT review for Unit Test #2. SWBAT compose TWO tankas following the correct format.
Do-Now: Complete your practice quiz for run-ons and comma splices. (Test 3 and Test 4) For Test 3, correct TEN errors and for Test 4 choose the letter of the sentence that is punctuated correctly.
Today: 1) Go over practice quiz for run-ons and comma splices.
2) Go over Unit Test #2: Review #3.
3) Note-taking: Tanka:
~ 5-lined poem that doesn't rhyme
~ follows the syllable pattern 5-7-5-7-7
~ usually is about unrequited love
~ uses nature images
~ changes direction in the last two lines
4) Compose TWO of your own original tankas. You may write your tankas about anything you choose, but you must follow the correct format.
Homework: Study for tomorrow's Unit Test! All make-up work due TOMORROW! TWO tankas due MONDAY!!!
Do-Now: Complete your practice quiz for run-ons and comma splices. (Test 3 and Test 4) For Test 3, correct TEN errors and for Test 4 choose the letter of the sentence that is punctuated correctly.
Today: 1) Go over practice quiz for run-ons and comma splices.
2) Go over Unit Test #2: Review #3.
3) Note-taking: Tanka:
~ 5-lined poem that doesn't rhyme
~ follows the syllable pattern 5-7-5-7-7
~ usually is about unrequited love
~ uses nature images
~ changes direction in the last two lines
4) Compose TWO of your own original tankas. You may write your tankas about anything you choose, but you must follow the correct format.
Homework: Study for tomorrow's Unit Test! All make-up work due TOMORROW! TWO tankas due MONDAY!!!
Tuesday, April 16, 2013
Wednesday, April 17
Objective: SWBAT identify and correct run-ons and comma splices. SWBAT complete Part #3 of the review for Friday's Unit Test.
Do-Now: Complete Run-ons and Comma Splices Test 1. You may write the corrections within the sentences. You DO NOT need to re-write the sentences.
Today: 1) Go over Run-ons and Comma Splices Test 1.
2) Complete Unit Test #2: Review #3.
Exit Slip: Share one of your haiku from yesterday with the class.
Homework: Finish Review #3. Study for Friday's Unit Test! REMINDER: ALL MAKE-UP WORK DUE BY FRIDAY!!!
Do-Now: Complete Run-ons and Comma Splices Test 1. You may write the corrections within the sentences. You DO NOT need to re-write the sentences.
Today: 1) Go over Run-ons and Comma Splices Test 1.
2) Complete Unit Test #2: Review #3.
Exit Slip: Share one of your haiku from yesterday with the class.
Homework: Finish Review #3. Study for Friday's Unit Test! REMINDER: ALL MAKE-UP WORK DUE BY FRIDAY!!!
Monday, April 15, 2013
Tuesday, April 16
Objective: SWBAT identify and correct run-ons and comma splices. SWBAT complete Part
#2 of the review for Friday’s Unit Test.
SWBAT compose THREE haikus following the
correct format.
Do-Now: Complete Run-ons and Comma Splices Practice 3. You many correct the run-ons and comma splices in the paragraph. You DO NOT need to re-write the sentences on the lines.
Today: 1) Review Run-ons and Comma Splices Practices 2 and 3.
2). Complete Unit Test 2 : Review #2.
3) Go over Unit Test 2 : Review 2.
4) Note-taking: Haiku:
~ A three-lined poem that doesn't rhyme
~ Follows the syllable count 5-7-5
~ Written about a single moment in nature
~ Usually contains a juxtaposition between two things in nature
5) Compose THREE of your own haiku following the correct format. Your haiku should be written about nature and should be spring-themed. Also, most haiku contain a juxtaposition between two things. Remember: Haiku DO NOT rhyme!!!
Homework: Finish your three haiku. Unit Test #2 on FRIDAY!!!. All make-up work due by FRIDAY!!!
Do-Now: Complete Run-ons and Comma Splices Practice 3. You many correct the run-ons and comma splices in the paragraph. You DO NOT need to re-write the sentences on the lines.
Today: 1) Review Run-ons and Comma Splices Practices 2 and 3.
2). Complete Unit Test 2 : Review #2.
3) Go over Unit Test 2 : Review 2.
4) Note-taking: Haiku:
~ A three-lined poem that doesn't rhyme
~ Follows the syllable count 5-7-5
~ Written about a single moment in nature
~ Usually contains a juxtaposition between two things in nature
5) Compose THREE of your own haiku following the correct format. Your haiku should be written about nature and should be spring-themed. Also, most haiku contain a juxtaposition between two things. Remember: Haiku DO NOT rhyme!!!
Homework: Finish your three haiku. Unit Test #2 on FRIDAY!!!. All make-up work due by FRIDAY!!!
Monday, April 15
Objective: SWBAT complete a vocabulary quiz. SWBAT complete Unit Test #2 : Review #1. SWBAT correct fragments and run-ons.
Do-Now: You have FIFTEEN minutes to review for your vocabulary quiz.
Today: 1) Vocabulary Quiz #5
2) Complete Unit Test #2: Review #1. You may use your notes and work with a partner. Ms. W will check your review before we go over it to give you classwork credit.
3) Go over Unit Test #2: Review #1
Exit Slip: Complete Run-Ons and Comma Splices Practice #2. Correct each run-on or fragment within the written sentences (you DO NOT need to re-write the sentences.)
Homework: Unit Test #2 on FRIDAY!!!. All make-up work due by FRIDAY!!!
Do-Now: You have FIFTEEN minutes to review for your vocabulary quiz.
Today: 1) Vocabulary Quiz #5
2) Complete Unit Test #2: Review #1. You may use your notes and work with a partner. Ms. W will check your review before we go over it to give you classwork credit.
3) Go over Unit Test #2: Review #1
Exit Slip: Complete Run-Ons and Comma Splices Practice #2. Correct each run-on or fragment within the written sentences (you DO NOT need to re-write the sentences.)
Homework: Unit Test #2 on FRIDAY!!!. All make-up work due by FRIDAY!!!
Thursday, April 11, 2013
Friday, April 11
Objective: SWBAT complete a practice Vocabulary Quiz. SWBAT complete TWO Friday Free Choice activities to demonstrate their knowledge and understanding of the stories and literary concepts from the week.
Do-Now: FREE WRITE (Write 5-7 sentences about anything you want)
Today: 1) Vocabulary Practice Quiz
2) Review Vocabulary Practice Quiz
3) Finish reading "A Defense of the Jury System" and complete the graphic organizer and exit slip.
4) FRIDAY FREE CHOICE: Choose TWO of the following assignments to complete. Each assignment is worth TEN classwork points for a total of TWENTY points. If you complete more than two assignments, each additional assignment is worth TEN extra-credit points.
Homework: Finish your Friday Free Choice assignments and Extra Credit. Study for Monday's Vocabulary Quiz. REMINDER: Unit Test #2 will be on Friday, April 19. ALL MAKE-UP WORK IS DUE BY FRIDAY, APRIL 19!!!
Do-Now: FREE WRITE (Write 5-7 sentences about anything you want)
Today: 1) Vocabulary Practice Quiz
2) Review Vocabulary Practice Quiz
3) Finish reading "A Defense of the Jury System" and complete the graphic organizer and exit slip.
4) FRIDAY FREE CHOICE: Choose TWO of the following assignments to complete. Each assignment is worth TEN classwork points for a total of TWENTY points. If you complete more than two assignments, each additional assignment is worth TEN extra-credit points.
CHOICE#1: The Lady, or the Tiger? – Write an ending for “The Lady, or the Tiger” in which you describe what happens after the young man opens the door---does the tiger come out and eat him alive, or does the lady come out and marry him? You should use omniscient narrator in your story to describe what both the princess and young man are thinking.
5pts. = length (at least TEN complete sentences), 3 pts. for using omniscient narrator,
2 pts. for creativity
CHOICE#2: Defending/Censuring the Justice System: In a brief essay, explain whether or not you feel the justice system in the US is fair. Give reasons to support your opinion telling your reader why you feel the justice system does/does not work. You should use evidence/opinions from the article “A Defense of the Jury System” to support your claim.
5 pts. length (at least TEN complete sentences), 3 pts. for having three pieces of evidence/opinion to support your claim, 2 pts. for showing meaningful insight.
CHOICE#3: Dealing Justice: Pretend you are the ruler of your own country and create your own system for dealing out justice. Explain in detail how you would handle someone who has been accused of a crime (accused, not convicted.) What would you do to determine whether the person is innocent or guilty? How would you determine an appropriate punishment for the person and what would this punishment entail?
5 pts. for length (at least TEN complete sentences), 3 pts. for having a detailed description of your system, 2 pts. for creativity
CHOICE#4: Juxtaposition Picture: Draw a picture showing a symbolic juxtaposition (contrast) between two objects, ideas, or people. You may use the pictures shown on Monday as inspiration, but may not copy the ideas. Your picture can be drawn in color or black and white and you must write a brief description (2-3 sentences) describing what is being juxtaposed in the picture.
5 pts. for neatness, 3 pts. written description, 2 pts. for originality/creativity.
Homework: Finish your Friday Free Choice assignments and Extra Credit. Study for Monday's Vocabulary Quiz. REMINDER: Unit Test #2 will be on Friday, April 19. ALL MAKE-UP WORK IS DUE BY FRIDAY, APRIL 19!!!
Wednesday, April 10, 2013
Thursday, April 11
Objective: SWBAT identify and
correct run-ons and comma splices. SWBAT
evaluate the arguments in an informational text.
Do-Now: Vocab Practice: impartial, allegiance, dire, fervent, aspiring
1. Why is it important for teachers to be impartial?
2. Do you show allegiance toward your friends? Why or why not?
3. If you got into a dire car accident, would you probably have to go to the hospital? Why or why not?
4. Who/What are you fervent about?
5. What are you aspiring to do when you graduate high school?
Today: 1) Go over Do-Now
2) Introduction to Comma Splices and Run-Ons
3) As a class, complete "Check Your Understanding"
4) Individually, complete Practice #1.
5) In pairs, read “A Defense of the Jury System” pp. 310-311, completing the web. Write the author's main point in the middle circle and his supporting evidence in the surrounding blocks.
Exit Slip: Answer the following FIVE questions about today's article and yesterday's story:
1) What similarities can you see between the justice system mentioned in the article and the king's justice system from yesterday's story?
2)What differences can you see between the two?
3)What pros can you identify for each of the two systems of justice?
4) What cons can you identify for each of the two?
5)Ultimately, which system of justice do you feel is more fair to the accused?
Homework: Study for Monday's vocabulary quiz! Unit Test #2 on Friday, April 19! ALL MAKE-UP WORK DUE BY FRIDAY APRIL 19!!!
Do-Now: Vocab Practice: impartial, allegiance, dire, fervent, aspiring
1. Why is it important for teachers to be impartial?
2. Do you show allegiance toward your friends? Why or why not?
3. If you got into a dire car accident, would you probably have to go to the hospital? Why or why not?
4. Who/What are you fervent about?
5. What are you aspiring to do when you graduate high school?
Today: 1) Go over Do-Now
2) Introduction to Comma Splices and Run-Ons
3) As a class, complete "Check Your Understanding"
4) Individually, complete Practice #1.
5) In pairs, read “A Defense of the Jury System” pp. 310-311, completing the web. Write the author's main point in the middle circle and his supporting evidence in the surrounding blocks.
Exit Slip: Answer the following FIVE questions about today's article and yesterday's story:
1) What similarities can you see between the justice system mentioned in the article and the king's justice system from yesterday's story?
2)What differences can you see between the two?
3)What pros can you identify for each of the two systems of justice?
4) What cons can you identify for each of the two?
5)Ultimately, which system of justice do you feel is more fair to the accused?
Homework: Study for Monday's vocabulary quiz! Unit Test #2 on Friday, April 19! ALL MAKE-UP WORK DUE BY FRIDAY APRIL 19!!!
Tuesday, April 9, 2013
Wednesday, April 10
Objective: SWBAT evaluate an
author’s use of ambiguity in a story.
SWBAT make inferences about characters’ motivations.
Do-Now: Vocab Practice: scrutiny, coveted, singed, exuberant, genial
1) What is something a teacher might look at with scrutiny?
2) Name something you coveted, but never got.
3) Would you need to go to the hospital if your finger was singed? Why or why not?
4) On what day of the week do you feel most exuberant? Why?
5) Would a genial person have a lot of friends? Why or why not?
Today: 1) Review Do-Now
2) Review Intrinsic vs. Extrinsic Motivation
3) Note-taking: Ambiguity: a quality which allows something to be interpreted (understood) in more than one way.
4)In groups, read "The Lady, or the Tiger" pp. 298-304, completing "Inferring Character Motivation" questions #1-5.
Exit Slip: What do you believe was behind the door---the lady or the tiger? Use evidence from the story focusing on the princess' motivation to support your answer.
Homework: Study for you Vocabulary Quiz on MONDAY! Unit Test #2 will be on Friday, April 19!
Do-Now: Vocab Practice: scrutiny, coveted, singed, exuberant, genial
1) What is something a teacher might look at with scrutiny?
2) Name something you coveted, but never got.
3) Would you need to go to the hospital if your finger was singed? Why or why not?
4) On what day of the week do you feel most exuberant? Why?
5) Would a genial person have a lot of friends? Why or why not?
Today: 1) Review Do-Now
2) Review Intrinsic vs. Extrinsic Motivation
3) Note-taking: Ambiguity: a quality which allows something to be interpreted (understood) in more than one way.
4)In groups, read "The Lady, or the Tiger" pp. 298-304, completing "Inferring Character Motivation" questions #1-5.
Exit Slip: What do you believe was behind the door---the lady or the tiger? Use evidence from the story focusing on the princess' motivation to support your answer.
Homework: Study for you Vocabulary Quiz on MONDAY! Unit Test #2 will be on Friday, April 19!
Monday, April 8, 2013
Tuesday, April 9
Objective: SWBAT evaluate an
author’s use of situational irony and explain how that irony enhances the theme
of the story. SWBAT compose a poem containing
a symbolic juxtaposition.
Do-Now: Vocabulary Practice: instigates, agile, depreciate, ransacking, discreet
1) Who instigates most of the problems in your group of friends? How does he/she do this?
2) What profession might an agile person have?
3) Name an item that will depreciate in value over time.
4) When might you ransack your bedroom?
5) If you are trying to sneak out of your house, would you be discreet? Why or why not?
Today: 1) Review Do-Now and Exit Slips from yesterday.
2) Note-taking: Juxtaposition: placing two things side by side to show a contrast
3) Class will read "The Gift of the Magi" pp. 288-292. What juxtapositions are found in this story?
4) Class will read "Los Ancianos" pg. 294. Describe the juxtaposition in this poem.
5) Juxtaposition Poem: Compose your own poem containing a symbolic juxtaposition between two things. The poem can focus on any topic you choose, but should focus on the two things you are contrasting. Your poem should be a MINIMUM of TWENTY lines long and does not have to rhyme or follow any particular style/format. Poems will be worth 20 points and graded as follows: 10 pts. for length, 5 pts. for use of juxtaposition, 5 pts. for originality/creativity.
Exit Slip: What do you believe is the theme of "The Gift of the Magi?" How is the ending ironic? How does the ironic ending enhance the theme of the story? Explain.
Homework: Finish your Juxtaposition Poem. Study for Monday's vocab quiz!
Do-Now: Vocabulary Practice: instigates, agile, depreciate, ransacking, discreet
1) Who instigates most of the problems in your group of friends? How does he/she do this?
2) What profession might an agile person have?
3) Name an item that will depreciate in value over time.
4) When might you ransack your bedroom?
5) If you are trying to sneak out of your house, would you be discreet? Why or why not?
Today: 1) Review Do-Now and Exit Slips from yesterday.
2) Note-taking: Juxtaposition: placing two things side by side to show a contrast
3) Class will read "The Gift of the Magi" pp. 288-292. What juxtapositions are found in this story?
4) Class will read "Los Ancianos" pg. 294. Describe the juxtaposition in this poem.
5) Juxtaposition Poem: Compose your own poem containing a symbolic juxtaposition between two things. The poem can focus on any topic you choose, but should focus on the two things you are contrasting. Your poem should be a MINIMUM of TWENTY lines long and does not have to rhyme or follow any particular style/format. Poems will be worth 20 points and graded as follows: 10 pts. for length, 5 pts. for use of juxtaposition, 5 pts. for originality/creativity.
Exit Slip: What do you believe is the theme of "The Gift of the Magi?" How is the ending ironic? How does the ironic ending enhance the theme of the story? Explain.
Homework: Finish your Juxtaposition Poem. Study for Monday's vocab quiz!
Monday, April 8
Objective: SWBAT complete a
vocabulary quiz. SWBAT understand the meaning of new vocabulary words.
Do-Now: You have TEN minutes to study for your vocabulary quiz.
Today: 1) Vocabulary Quiz 4
2) Chart new vocabulary words: instigates, agile, depreciate, ransacking, discreet, scrutiny, coveted, singed, exuberant, genial, impartial, allegiance, dire, fervent, aspiring, (pp. 286 and 297.)
Exit Slip: Write FIVE sentences using FIVE of your new vocabulary words correctly (one word per sentence.) Sentences should be original, NOT copied from the chart!!!
Homework: Vocabulary Quiz #5 on Monday, April 15.
Do-Now: You have TEN minutes to study for your vocabulary quiz.
Today: 1) Vocabulary Quiz 4
2) Chart new vocabulary words: instigates, agile, depreciate, ransacking, discreet, scrutiny, coveted, singed, exuberant, genial, impartial, allegiance, dire, fervent, aspiring, (pp. 286 and 297.)
Exit Slip: Write FIVE sentences using FIVE of your new vocabulary words correctly (one word per sentence.) Sentences should be original, NOT copied from the chart!!!
Homework: Vocabulary Quiz #5 on Monday, April 15.
Thursday, April 4, 2013
Friday, April 5
Objective: SWBAT complete a quiz on fragments. SWBAT choose TWO Friday Free Choice activities to demonstrate their knowledge and understanding of the stories read in class this week.
Do-Now: FREE WRITE (Write 5-7 sentences about anything you want)
Today: 1) Vocabulary Practice Quiz #4
2)You have FIVE minutes to review for the fragments quiz.
3) Fragments II Quiz.
4) FRIDAY FREE CHOICE: Choose TWO of the following assignments to complete. Each assignment is worth TEN classwork points for a total of TWENTY points. If you complete more than two assignments, each additional assignment is worth TEN extra-credit points.
Homework: Finish your Friday Free Choice assignments and Extra Credit. Study for Monday's Vocabulary Quiz.
Do-Now: FREE WRITE (Write 5-7 sentences about anything you want)
Today: 1) Vocabulary Practice Quiz #4
2)You have FIVE minutes to review for the fragments quiz.
3) Fragments II Quiz.
4) FRIDAY FREE CHOICE: Choose TWO of the following assignments to complete. Each assignment is worth TEN classwork points for a total of TWENTY points. If you complete more than two assignments, each additional assignment is worth TEN extra-credit points.
CHOICE
#1: Interloper Re-Write. Write a new
ending for “The Interlopers” starting at a point on one of the last two pages
of the story (before the wolves arrive.)
You can choose not to have the characters reconcile or not be eaten by
the wolves. Your ending should use
omniscient narrator (tell what each character is thinking) and should be AT
LEAST TEN sentences long.
Length
= 5 pts. Use of Omniscient Narrator = 5
pts.
CHOICE
#2: Sniper Suicide Letter: After discovering he has killed his own brother, the
Sniper decides to take his own life.
Pretend you are the Sniper and write a letter to your family explaining
how you accidentally killed your brother and why you’ve chosen to kill yourself. In your letter, describe both the internal
and external conflicts you have suffered through. Your letter should be AT LEAST TEN sentences
long.
Length = 5 pts. Describing Internal/External Conflicts = 5
pts.
CHOICE
#3: Songsam’s Defense: Pretend you are Songsam and are being put on trial after
freeing Tokchae. Compose a speech you
will read at your trial defending your release of Tokchae. In this speech, describe both your internal
and external motivations which led you to make the decision to let Tokchae
free. Your speech should be AT LEAST TEN
sentences long.
Length = 5 pts. Describing Internal/External Motivation = 5
pts.
CHOICE
#4: Comparing Themes: Compose a mini-essay in which you compare the themes
(main messages) of each of the three stories from this week: “The Interlopers,”
“The Sniper,” and “Cranes.” You may want
to consider how each story contains a set of enemies and how each story ends
differently for those enemies. What
might each of the author’s be trying to tell you about war, hatred, friendship,
forgiveness, and compassion? Your essay
should be AT LEAST TEN sentences long and should include a description of the
themes for each of the three stories, how each theme relates to its story, and
how the themes of the three stories relate to each other.
Length = 5pts. Describing Three Themes = 3 pts. Comparing the Themes = 2 pts.
Homework: Finish your Friday Free Choice assignments and Extra Credit. Study for Monday's Vocabulary Quiz.
Wednesday, April 3, 2013
Thursday, April 4
Objective: SWBAT identify and
correct sentence fragments. SWBAT
describe the theme of a story. SWBAT evaluate
a character’s motivation in a story.
Do-Now: 1) Describe a ruse you've played on someone or that someone has played on you.
2) Describe something you've done which you felt remorse for doing.
3) What might you see that would cause you to avert your eyes?
4) What could be an obstruction to a student's learning?
5) Who is the mainstay in your family?
Today: 1) Fragments Practice Quiz
2) Notetaking: Intrinsic vs. Extrinsic Motivation
3) Review theme. What was the theme of "The Sniper?"
4) In groups, read "Cranes" on pp. 221-227, completing the T-chart with examples of Songsam's intrinsic and extrinsic motivation.
Exit Slip: What do you believe is the theme of "Cranes?" What do you believe was Songsam's main motivation for releasing Tokchae in the end of the story? Give examples from the story to support your answers for BOTH questions!!!
Homework: Fragments quiz TOMORROW! Vocab quiz MONDAY!
Do-Now: 1) Describe a ruse you've played on someone or that someone has played on you.
2) Describe something you've done which you felt remorse for doing.
3) What might you see that would cause you to avert your eyes?
4) What could be an obstruction to a student's learning?
5) Who is the mainstay in your family?
Today: 1) Fragments Practice Quiz
2) Notetaking: Intrinsic vs. Extrinsic Motivation
3) Review theme. What was the theme of "The Sniper?"
4) In groups, read "Cranes" on pp. 221-227, completing the T-chart with examples of Songsam's intrinsic and extrinsic motivation.
Exit Slip: What do you believe is the theme of "Cranes?" What do you believe was Songsam's main motivation for releasing Tokchae in the end of the story? Give examples from the story to support your answers for BOTH questions!!!
Homework: Fragments quiz TOMORROW! Vocab quiz MONDAY!
Tuesday, April 2, 2013
Wednesday, April 3
Objective: SWBAT
identify and correct sentence fragments. SWBAT describe a main character’s internal and
external conflicts. SWBAT describe the
theme of a story and explain how the ending of a story is ironic.
Do-Now: Vocabulary Practice
1) When might you offer your condolences to someone?
2) What might cause you to feel languor?
3) Would you consider a reconciliation with your ex? Why or why not?
4) Describe a hobby/profession which might require someone to be ascetic?
5) For who/what are you a fanatic?
Today: 1) Review Fragments II Practice 2
2) Complete Fragments II Practice 3 and Test 3
3) Review Fragments II Practice 3 and Test 3
4) Review internal vs. external conflict
5) Note-taking: Theme: the main idea or message of a story.
6) In groups, read "The Sniper" pp. 212-215, completing the Internal vs. External Conflict T-Chart.
Exit Slip: How is the ending of "The Sniper" ironic? What do you believe is the theme of "The Sniper?" Use examples from the story to support your answer.
Homework: Fragments II Quiz this FRIDAY!!! Vocabulary Quiz #4 on MONDAY!
Do-Now: Vocabulary Practice
1) When might you offer your condolences to someone?
2) What might cause you to feel languor?
3) Would you consider a reconciliation with your ex? Why or why not?
4) Describe a hobby/profession which might require someone to be ascetic?
5) For who/what are you a fanatic?
Today: 1) Review Fragments II Practice 2
2) Complete Fragments II Practice 3 and Test 3
3) Review Fragments II Practice 3 and Test 3
4) Review internal vs. external conflict
5) Note-taking: Theme: the main idea or message of a story.
6) In groups, read "The Sniper" pp. 212-215, completing the Internal vs. External Conflict T-Chart.
Exit Slip: How is the ending of "The Sniper" ironic? What do you believe is the theme of "The Sniper?" Use examples from the story to support your answer.
Homework: Fragments II Quiz this FRIDAY!!! Vocabulary Quiz #4 on MONDAY!
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