Monday, December 17, 2012.
All periods:
Check Antigone Open-book Test. Review for final.
Final Exam Schedule:
Tues. 12/18: 2/5
Wed. 12/19: 3/7
Thur. 12/20 4/6
Fri. 12/21: 1/8
Friday, December 14, 2012
Wednesday, December 12, 2012
Wednesday, December 12, 2012.
Periods 1 - 3
SSR and LOG
Antigone: Check questions for Scenes 1 and 2, Odes 1 and 2.
Read Scene 3, Ode 3 and Scene 4 Ode 4. Distributed questions for completion at home.
Continue to work on Final Exam Study Guide.
Periods 5 - 7
Work on Your - you're warm-up. Turn in two short answer response essay questions from last Friday.
Antigone: Same as above.
Periods 1 - 3
SSR and LOG
Antigone: Check questions for Scenes 1 and 2, Odes 1 and 2.
Read Scene 3, Ode 3 and Scene 4 Ode 4. Distributed questions for completion at home.
Continue to work on Final Exam Study Guide.
Periods 5 - 7
Work on Your - you're warm-up. Turn in two short answer response essay questions from last Friday.
Antigone: Same as above.
Tuesday, December 11, 2012
Tuesday, December 11, 2012.
Periods 1 - 3:
1. SSR and LOG
2. Antigone: Complete Scene 1 from line 57, Ode 1 and Scene 2, Ode 2. Work on questions for these scenes. If you did not finish, complete for homework.
Periods 5 - 7:
1. Antigone: Complete Scene 1 from line 57, Ode 1 and Scene 2, Ode 2. Complete questions for homework.
2. The Grapes of Wrath TEST Students turned in study guides and TGW books. Please bring your book if you have not done so.
HOMEWORK:
Antigone questions and work on Final Exam Study Guide
Periods 1 - 3:
1. SSR and LOG
2. Antigone: Complete Scene 1 from line 57, Ode 1 and Scene 2, Ode 2. Work on questions for these scenes. If you did not finish, complete for homework.
Periods 5 - 7:
1. Antigone: Complete Scene 1 from line 57, Ode 1 and Scene 2, Ode 2. Complete questions for homework.
2. The Grapes of Wrath TEST Students turned in study guides and TGW books. Please bring your book if you have not done so.
HOMEWORK:
Antigone questions and work on Final Exam Study Guide
Monday, December 10, 2012
Monday, December 10, 2012.
All classes: Final Exam Essay
Students received their "Final Exam Study Guide" packets.
NOTE: If you were absent, please come to pick one up.
Periods 5 - 7 only:
Antigone short response questions with highlighted evidence (quotes) were turned in today. If you forgot to bring yours, bring it tomorrow.
The Grapes of Wrath test tomorrow. Bring your completed study guide.
All classes: Final Exam Essay
Students received their "Final Exam Study Guide" packets.
NOTE: If you were absent, please come to pick one up.
Periods 5 - 7 only:
Antigone short response questions with highlighted evidence (quotes) were turned in today. If you forgot to bring yours, bring it tomorrow.
The Grapes of Wrath test tomorrow. Bring your completed study guide.
Friday, December 7, 2012
Friday, December 7, 2012.
Periods 1 - 3
1. SSR and LOG
2. Antigone: Work on Prologue questions and brainstorm for short answer response:
1. How do Antigone and Ismene's values differ? Support with evidence from the text.
2. How are Antigone's decisions and choices similar to George's in Of Mice and Men?
3. Read Scene 1 to line 57.
Periods 5 - 7
1. Vocabulary Quiz XV.
2. Antigone Prologue questions and short answer response. Brainstorm how to write a topic sentence that is clear and concise.
Read Scene 1 to line 57.
Work on study guide for The Grapes of Wrath. Test will be next Tuesday, 12/11
Periods 1 - 3
1. SSR and LOG
2. Antigone: Work on Prologue questions and brainstorm for short answer response:
1. How do Antigone and Ismene's values differ? Support with evidence from the text.
2. How are Antigone's decisions and choices similar to George's in Of Mice and Men?
3. Read Scene 1 to line 57.
Periods 5 - 7
1. Vocabulary Quiz XV.
2. Antigone Prologue questions and short answer response. Brainstorm how to write a topic sentence that is clear and concise.
Read Scene 1 to line 57.
Work on study guide for The Grapes of Wrath. Test will be next Tuesday, 12/11
Thursday, December 6, 2012
Thursday, December 6, 2012.
Periods 1 - 3
1. SSR and LOG (Most students have turned in LOG # 4 and are working on LOG #5)
2. Antigone NOTES:
Aristotle's Theory of the Tragic Flaw/Tragic Hero
1. Tragic hero is of high social standing
2. Tragic hero possesses a tragic flaw (defect in character such as pride, poor judgment, or excess of an admirable quality) that contributes to his downfall.
3. Tragic hero recognizes his tragic flaw or mistake only after it is too late.
Aristotle's Unities:
Unity of time (play takes place in a 24- hour time period), place (has only one setting), and action (one plot and no mixture of tragedy and comedy).
The play Antigone is organized into Prologue and Parados, Scenes 1 -5, and Exodos as well as Odes 1, 2, 3, 4, and Paean.
3. Antigone: Read Prologue and Parados. Fill in character chart up to Creon.
Periods 5 - 7
1. Check Vocabulary Lesson XV (last lesson for semester).
2. Antigone NOTES: See above.
3. Antigone: Read Prologue and Parados: Make a chart with Antigone on one side and Ismene on the other: Jot down quotes to support how Antigone follows the laws of the gods and Ismene follows the laws of the State.
IMPORTANT NOTICE!! The Grapes of Wrath test will be moved to next Tuesday, December 11. Make sure you finish reading the novel and complete all the questions on the study guide over the weekend.
Periods 1 - 3
1. SSR and LOG (Most students have turned in LOG # 4 and are working on LOG #5)
2. Antigone NOTES:
Aristotle's Theory of the Tragic Flaw/Tragic Hero
1. Tragic hero is of high social standing
2. Tragic hero possesses a tragic flaw (defect in character such as pride, poor judgment, or excess of an admirable quality) that contributes to his downfall.
3. Tragic hero recognizes his tragic flaw or mistake only after it is too late.
Aristotle's Unities:
Unity of time (play takes place in a 24- hour time period), place (has only one setting), and action (one plot and no mixture of tragedy and comedy).
The play Antigone is organized into Prologue and Parados, Scenes 1 -5, and Exodos as well as Odes 1, 2, 3, 4, and Paean.
3. Antigone: Read Prologue and Parados. Fill in character chart up to Creon.
Periods 5 - 7
1. Check Vocabulary Lesson XV (last lesson for semester).
2. Antigone NOTES: See above.
3. Antigone: Read Prologue and Parados: Make a chart with Antigone on one side and Ismene on the other: Jot down quotes to support how Antigone follows the laws of the gods and Ismene follows the laws of the State.
IMPORTANT NOTICE!! The Grapes of Wrath test will be moved to next Tuesday, December 11. Make sure you finish reading the novel and complete all the questions on the study guide over the weekend.
Wednesday, December 5, 2012
Wednesday, December 5, 2012.
Periods 1 - 3
1. SSR and LOG
2. Students completed Antigone pre-reading activity which they began yesterday, and we checked it for a grade. If they finished, they worked on the "Capitalization Self-Instruction" packet. Completed packet is due Friday, 12/7. Students who were testing may bring it Monday, 12/10
3. Progress Reports: All students received progress reports and need to bring these signed by parent by tomorrow for a homework grade.
MONDAY, DEC. 10: FINAL EXAM ESSAY
Periods 5 - 7
1. Students completed Antigone pre-reading activity which they began yesterday. We discussed the background to the play and checked the "fill-in-the-blanks" assignment for a grade.
2. The Grapes of Wrath study guide was distributed to students for a test this Friday, December 7. Students who finished the Antigone assignment worked on the study guide.
3. Late "Capitalization" packets were collected for a late grade.
4. HOMEWORK: Complete reading of The Grapes of Wrath and work on study guide. Vocabulary Lesson XV is due tomorrow, Thursday Dec. 6. Quiz Friday, 12/7.
5. Progress Reports: All students received progress reports and need to bring these signed by parent by tomorrow for a homework grade.
MONDAY, DEC. 10: FINAL EXAM ESSAY
Periods 1 - 3
1. SSR and LOG
2. Students completed Antigone pre-reading activity which they began yesterday, and we checked it for a grade. If they finished, they worked on the "Capitalization Self-Instruction" packet. Completed packet is due Friday, 12/7. Students who were testing may bring it Monday, 12/10
3. Progress Reports: All students received progress reports and need to bring these signed by parent by tomorrow for a homework grade.
MONDAY, DEC. 10: FINAL EXAM ESSAY
Periods 5 - 7
1. Students completed Antigone pre-reading activity which they began yesterday. We discussed the background to the play and checked the "fill-in-the-blanks" assignment for a grade.
2. The Grapes of Wrath study guide was distributed to students for a test this Friday, December 7. Students who finished the Antigone assignment worked on the study guide.
3. Late "Capitalization" packets were collected for a late grade.
4. HOMEWORK: Complete reading of The Grapes of Wrath and work on study guide. Vocabulary Lesson XV is due tomorrow, Thursday Dec. 6. Quiz Friday, 12/7.
5. Progress Reports: All students received progress reports and need to bring these signed by parent by tomorrow for a homework grade.
MONDAY, DEC. 10: FINAL EXAM ESSAY
Tuesday, December 4, 2012. STAAR Reading Retest
Periods 1 - 3
1. SSR and LOG
2. Antigone pre-reading activity. Read "Sophocles and His Theater" and "Background to the Play" and fill in the blanks with information from these selections.
Periods 5 - 7
1. The Grapes of Wrath: Continue with character analysis. 20 minutes.
2. Antigone pre-reading activity. Read "Sophocles and His Theater" and "Background to the Play" and fill in the blanks with information from these selections.
3. Collected "Capitalization Self-Instruction" packet for a homework grade.
4. Homework: Vocabulary Lesson XV (15) due Thursday 12/6
4. Make sure you complete reading of The Grapes of Wrath. Test: Friday, 12/7
Periods 1 - 3
1. SSR and LOG
2. Antigone pre-reading activity. Read "Sophocles and His Theater" and "Background to the Play" and fill in the blanks with information from these selections.
Periods 5 - 7
1. The Grapes of Wrath: Continue with character analysis. 20 minutes.
2. Antigone pre-reading activity. Read "Sophocles and His Theater" and "Background to the Play" and fill in the blanks with information from these selections.
3. Collected "Capitalization Self-Instruction" packet for a homework grade.
4. Homework: Vocabulary Lesson XV (15) due Thursday 12/6
4. Make sure you complete reading of The Grapes of Wrath. Test: Friday, 12/7
Monday, December 3, 2012
Monday, December 3, 2012. STAAR Retest: Writing
Periods 1 - 3
1. SSR and LOG
2. Introduction to Sophocles' Greek play Antigone.
Antigone Notes:
Antigone by Sophocles is the third of the three plays related to the Tragedy of the Ill-Fated House of Thebes. The three plays are:
1. Oedipus the King
2. Oedipus at Colonus
3. Antigone
Unlike Shakespearean plays, the Greeks performed their plays in a stadium-like setting with a circular flat area called the orchestra. The wall at the rear of the orchestra is called the skene, which is where the actos entered and exited.
Duration of the plot in Antigone is one day.
Unlike Shakespearean plays all the action occurs offstage. The actors recount events that have happened previous to their conversations and dialogues.
Greek plays were written to honor the Greek god Dionysus and for the audience to experience what they called "catharsis" or emotional cleansing.
The acting was dignified.
Capitalization: Complete Points 3 and 4
Periods 5 - 7
1. Activity to analyze characters in The Grapes of Wrath: Complete five characters today and six tomorrow.
2. Intro to Antigone (See above)
3. HOMEWORK: Bring Capitalization Packet completed by tomorrow.
Vocabulary for this week is Lesson XV (last lesson for this semester). Due Thursday, 12/6; Quiz Friday 12/7
4. Complete packet on Sentence Skills: Revising...by Friday, Dec. 6.
Periods 1 - 3
1. SSR and LOG
2. Introduction to Sophocles' Greek play Antigone.
Antigone Notes:
Antigone by Sophocles is the third of the three plays related to the Tragedy of the Ill-Fated House of Thebes. The three plays are:
1. Oedipus the King
2. Oedipus at Colonus
3. Antigone
Unlike Shakespearean plays, the Greeks performed their plays in a stadium-like setting with a circular flat area called the orchestra. The wall at the rear of the orchestra is called the skene, which is where the actos entered and exited.
Duration of the plot in Antigone is one day.
Unlike Shakespearean plays all the action occurs offstage. The actors recount events that have happened previous to their conversations and dialogues.
Greek plays were written to honor the Greek god Dionysus and for the audience to experience what they called "catharsis" or emotional cleansing.
The acting was dignified.
Capitalization: Complete Points 3 and 4
Periods 5 - 7
1. Activity to analyze characters in The Grapes of Wrath: Complete five characters today and six tomorrow.
2. Intro to Antigone (See above)
3. HOMEWORK: Bring Capitalization Packet completed by tomorrow.
Vocabulary for this week is Lesson XV (last lesson for this semester). Due Thursday, 12/6; Quiz Friday 12/7
4. Complete packet on Sentence Skills: Revising...by Friday, Dec. 6.
Friday, November 30, 2012
Friday, November 30, 2012.
Periods 1 - 3
1. Reviewed "The Lion and the Eagle" DLA Reading Test packet, actively annotating the "WHY" of the incorrect responses, finding textual evidence, and analyzing main idea and summaries. Students checked their own marked packets and evaluated their work.
2. Of Mice and Men TEST Multiple choice only.
3. Capitalization Packet: Complete Points 1 and 2. Due Monday.
Periods 5 - 7
1. Of Mice and Men TEST
2. Vocabulary Quiz Lesson XIV
3. Capitalization packet: Complete entire packet by Monday, Dec. 3 if taking the STAAR writing test next week. Otherwise, complete the entire packet by Tuesday, December 4.
The Grapes of Wrath: Finish the novel. Expect activities and a test next week.
Periods 1 - 3
1. Reviewed "The Lion and the Eagle" DLA Reading Test packet, actively annotating the "WHY" of the incorrect responses, finding textual evidence, and analyzing main idea and summaries. Students checked their own marked packets and evaluated their work.
2. Of Mice and Men TEST Multiple choice only.
3. Capitalization Packet: Complete Points 1 and 2. Due Monday.
Periods 5 - 7
1. Of Mice and Men TEST
2. Vocabulary Quiz Lesson XIV
3. Capitalization packet: Complete entire packet by Monday, Dec. 3 if taking the STAAR writing test next week. Otherwise, complete the entire packet by Tuesday, December 4.
The Grapes of Wrath: Finish the novel. Expect activities and a test next week.
Thursday, November 29, 2012
Thursday, November 29, 2012.
Periods 1 - 3
1. SSR and LOG
2. Exercise on "Common Errors": Homonyms: their, there, they're; verb phrases: should/would/could have;
Point of view: I/my; we/our; you/your; he or she/his or her they/their
3. Review "Terrible Science," "Community Support," and "Eggs" revising and editing analyzing the "WHY" of the incorrect answers.
NOTE: OF MICE AND MEN TEST TOMORROW. BRING ALL CHAPTER QUESTIONS.
Periods 5 - 7
1. Students worked on Sentence Skill: Rewrite Run-On Sentences. Complete 1 - 10. If you don't finish, complete for homework.
2. Checked Vocabulary Lesson XIV (14).
3. Reviewed/checked "The Lion and the Eagle" DLA Reading TEST. Students checked their own packets and annotated the "WHY" of correct and incorrect answers.
4. Finished viewing film Of Mice and Men
NOTE: OF MICE AND MEN TEST TOMORROW NOVEMBER 30. BRING ALL CHAPTER QUESTIONS.
Periods 1 - 3
1. SSR and LOG
2. Exercise on "Common Errors": Homonyms: their, there, they're; verb phrases: should/would/could have;
Point of view: I/my; we/our; you/your; he or she/his or her they/their
3. Review "Terrible Science," "Community Support," and "Eggs" revising and editing analyzing the "WHY" of the incorrect answers.
NOTE: OF MICE AND MEN TEST TOMORROW. BRING ALL CHAPTER QUESTIONS.
Periods 5 - 7
1. Students worked on Sentence Skill: Rewrite Run-On Sentences. Complete 1 - 10. If you don't finish, complete for homework.
2. Checked Vocabulary Lesson XIV (14).
3. Reviewed/checked "The Lion and the Eagle" DLA Reading TEST. Students checked their own packets and annotated the "WHY" of correct and incorrect answers.
4. Finished viewing film Of Mice and Men
NOTE: OF MICE AND MEN TEST TOMORROW NOVEMBER 30. BRING ALL CHAPTER QUESTIONS.
Wednesday, November 28, 2012
Wednesday, November 28, 2012.
Periods 1 - 3
1. SSR and LOG Students need to turn in LOG # 4 for project grade.
2. Read, analyze, and discuss samples of fiction stories with grades of 2, 3, and 4.
3. Short Story Writing Assignment: Write a one-page short story about a fictional character looking for a "santuary" as you brainstormed and discussed yesterday and completed for homework.
Periods 5 - 7
1. Bubble in on scantron DLA writing.
2. Review with class the correct answers to revising and editing. Why are the incorrect choices wrong???
3. G.U.M. workbook pp. 369 and 372. Review 369 (run-on sentences and fragments) and complete 372 (pronoun-antecedent agreement) for homework.
4. Watched ten minutes of film Of Mice and Men: Death of Curley's wife scene: Period 5. Death of Lennie: Period 7. Complete focus questions for film.
5. Don't forget homework: Vocabulary Lesson XIV.
Periods 1 - 3
1. SSR and LOG Students need to turn in LOG # 4 for project grade.
2. Read, analyze, and discuss samples of fiction stories with grades of 2, 3, and 4.
3. Short Story Writing Assignment: Write a one-page short story about a fictional character looking for a "santuary" as you brainstormed and discussed yesterday and completed for homework.
Periods 5 - 7
1. Bubble in on scantron DLA writing.
2. Review with class the correct answers to revising and editing. Why are the incorrect choices wrong???
3. G.U.M. workbook pp. 369 and 372. Review 369 (run-on sentences and fragments) and complete 372 (pronoun-antecedent agreement) for homework.
4. Watched ten minutes of film Of Mice and Men: Death of Curley's wife scene: Period 5. Death of Lennie: Period 7. Complete focus questions for film.
5. Don't forget homework: Vocabulary Lesson XIV.
Tuesday, November 27, 2012
Tuesday, November 27, 2012.
Periods 1 - 3
1. SSR and LOG
2. Revising and Editing: Clear pronoun reference. G.U.M. workbook pg. 377 (Remove pp. 377-380 from workbook.)
3. Discuss snapshots and thoughtshots with examples.
4.Homework: Briefly on half a page of notebook paper, use snapshots to describe your "sanctuary."
Periods 5 - 7
1. Review of independent and dependent clauses, fragments, and run-on sentences. Review clear pronoun reference using pp. 368 and 377 from G.U.M. workbook.
2. Vocabulary Quiz XIII
3. View part of Of Mice and Men film to Lennie's murder of Curley's wife...How is Curley's wife murder treated in the film. Does the film show the same respect for her after she dies that the novel renders???
Homework: Read The Grapes of Wrath Ch. 28-29
Complete Vocabulary Lesson XIV: Due Thursday 11/29
Periods 1 - 3
1. SSR and LOG
2. Revising and Editing: Clear pronoun reference. G.U.M. workbook pg. 377 (Remove pp. 377-380 from workbook.)
3. Discuss snapshots and thoughtshots with examples.
4.Homework: Briefly on half a page of notebook paper, use snapshots to describe your "sanctuary."
Periods 5 - 7
1. Review of independent and dependent clauses, fragments, and run-on sentences. Review clear pronoun reference using pp. 368 and 377 from G.U.M. workbook.
2. Vocabulary Quiz XIII
3. View part of Of Mice and Men film to Lennie's murder of Curley's wife...How is Curley's wife murder treated in the film. Does the film show the same respect for her after she dies that the novel renders???
Homework: Read The Grapes of Wrath Ch. 28-29
Complete Vocabulary Lesson XIV: Due Thursday 11/29
Monday, November 26, 2012
Monday, November 26, 2012.
Periods 1 - 3
1. SSR and LOG
2. Review and discuss STAAR "Technology" essays, one low level and one effective sample.
3. Bubble responses to DLA Writing (Editing portion) test.
4. Continue to view Of Mice and Men film: Focus: How does the film version of Of Mice and Men contrast with the novel's portrayal of themes: Loneliness and Isolation, Family and Friendship, and Pursuit of the American Dream.
Periods 5 - 7
1. Work on DLA Writing (Editing portion) of test.
2. If time permits, view OMM film.
3. HOMEWORK: Study for Vocabulary Quiz XIII tomorrow.
Periods 1 - 3
1. SSR and LOG
2. Review and discuss STAAR "Technology" essays, one low level and one effective sample.
3. Bubble responses to DLA Writing (Editing portion) test.
4. Continue to view Of Mice and Men film: Focus: How does the film version of Of Mice and Men contrast with the novel's portrayal of themes: Loneliness and Isolation, Family and Friendship, and Pursuit of the American Dream.
Periods 5 - 7
1. Work on DLA Writing (Editing portion) of test.
2. If time permits, view OMM film.
3. HOMEWORK: Study for Vocabulary Quiz XIII tomorrow.
Tuesday, November 20, 2012
Tuesday, November 20, 2012.
Periods 1 - 3
1. Distributed Of Mice and Men Focus Film questions.
2. Of Mice and Men film. Students watched to scene where Candy's dog has been shot or shortly thereafter.
FOCUS: How does film version of Of Mice and Men contrast with novel in portraying themes?
Periods 5 - 7
1. Check vocabulary lesson XIII.
2. Continue film Of Mice and Men
3. HOMEWORK: Study for vocabulary QUIZ next Tuesday, November 27.
Lesson XIV due Thursday, Nov. 29.
4. HOMEWORK: The Grapes of Wrath: Read through Chapter 27.
Periods 1 - 3
1. Distributed Of Mice and Men Focus Film questions.
2. Of Mice and Men film. Students watched to scene where Candy's dog has been shot or shortly thereafter.
FOCUS: How does film version of Of Mice and Men contrast with novel in portraying themes?
Periods 5 - 7
1. Check vocabulary lesson XIII.
2. Continue film Of Mice and Men
3. HOMEWORK: Study for vocabulary QUIZ next Tuesday, November 27.
Lesson XIV due Thursday, Nov. 29.
4. HOMEWORK: The Grapes of Wrath: Read through Chapter 27.
Monday, November 19, 2012
Monday, November 19, 2012.
Periods 1 - 3
1. Work on DLA Revising and Editing. Some students worked on their rough drafts.
Periods 5 - 7
1. Of Mice and Men: Checked and discussed Chapters 5 and 6 questions completed on Friday.
2. Passed out Of Mice and Men Author study questions.
3. Distributed Of Mice and Men film focus questions.
4. Began watching 1992 color film version of Of Mice and Men with Gary Sinise and John Malkovich.
Focus: How does film version of Of Mice and Men contrast with the novel in portraying themes studied (Loneliness and isolation, pursuit of the American Dream, family and friendship)?
HOMEWORK: Bring Vocabulary Lesson XIII to grade tomorrow.
Periods 1 - 3
1. Work on DLA Revising and Editing. Some students worked on their rough drafts.
Periods 5 - 7
1. Of Mice and Men: Checked and discussed Chapters 5 and 6 questions completed on Friday.
2. Passed out Of Mice and Men Author study questions.
3. Distributed Of Mice and Men film focus questions.
4. Began watching 1992 color film version of Of Mice and Men with Gary Sinise and John Malkovich.
Focus: How does film version of Of Mice and Men contrast with the novel in portraying themes studied (Loneliness and isolation, pursuit of the American Dream, family and friendship)?
HOMEWORK: Bring Vocabulary Lesson XIII to grade tomorrow.
Thursday, November 15, 2012
Wednesday, November 14, 2012
Wednesday, November 14, 2012. Early Dismissal
Periods 1 - 3
1. Of Mice and Men Vocabulary Quiz 4
2. Continue/complete District Level Assessment Reading Test: 1-29.
Periods 5 - 7
1. Turn in final drafts of "OMM Power Struggle" paragraphs.
2. Of Mice and Men: Read Chapter 6
3. Complete District Level Assessment Reading Test 1-29 + short answer response.
HOMEWORK: Vocabulary Lesson XIII (13) and read The Grapes... Ch. 21-22 by tomorrow.
Periods 1 - 3
1. Of Mice and Men Vocabulary Quiz 4
2. Continue/complete District Level Assessment Reading Test: 1-29.
Periods 5 - 7
1. Turn in final drafts of "OMM Power Struggle" paragraphs.
2. Of Mice and Men: Read Chapter 6
3. Complete District Level Assessment Reading Test 1-29 + short answer response.
HOMEWORK: Vocabulary Lesson XIII (13) and read The Grapes... Ch. 21-22 by tomorrow.
Tuesday, November 13, 2012
Tuesday, November 13, 2012.
Periods 1 - 3
1. SSR and LOG
2. Of Mice and Men: Complete reading of Chapter 5. Period 3: No SSR and finished novel.
3. District Level II Assessment: Reading: Read first story and answer first nine questions.
4. Homework: Study vocabulary "scrappy - writhe"
Periods 5 - 7
1. Peer revision of Of Mice and Men "The Power Struggle" paragraphs using rubric.
Students revised two papers each. Each paragraph should have two revisions stapled to the back. Take the paragraphs home, edit, revise, and rewrite. Bring tomorrow.
2. Of Mice and Men: Complete reading of Chapter 5.
3. The Grapes of Wrath: Read chapters 21-22 by Thursday.
4. Vocabulary: Complete Lesson 13 XIII in workbook. Bring Thursday.
Periods 1 - 3
1. SSR and LOG
2. Of Mice and Men: Complete reading of Chapter 5. Period 3: No SSR and finished novel.
3. District Level II Assessment: Reading: Read first story and answer first nine questions.
4. Homework: Study vocabulary "scrappy - writhe"
Periods 5 - 7
1. Peer revision of Of Mice and Men "The Power Struggle" paragraphs using rubric.
Students revised two papers each. Each paragraph should have two revisions stapled to the back. Take the paragraphs home, edit, revise, and rewrite. Bring tomorrow.
2. Of Mice and Men: Complete reading of Chapter 5.
3. The Grapes of Wrath: Read chapters 21-22 by Thursday.
4. Vocabulary: Complete Lesson 13 XIII in workbook. Bring Thursday.
Monday, November 12, 2012
Monday, November 12, 2012.
Periods 1 - 3
1. SSR and LOG
2. Of Mice and Men: Begin reading chapter 5.
3. Discuss three ways the narrator renders respect for Curley's wife after her death.
4. Homework: Study Of Mice and Men vocabulary words "scrappy - writhe." Quiz tomorrow!!!
Periods 5 -7
1. The Grapes of Wrath Ch. 17-20
2. Of Mice and Men: Read chapter 5. See above.
3. Turn in paragraphs on "The Power Struggle"
Periods 1 - 3
1. SSR and LOG
2. Of Mice and Men: Begin reading chapter 5.
3. Discuss three ways the narrator renders respect for Curley's wife after her death.
4. Homework: Study Of Mice and Men vocabulary words "scrappy - writhe." Quiz tomorrow!!!
Periods 5 -7
1. The Grapes of Wrath Ch. 17-20
2. Of Mice and Men: Read chapter 5. See above.
3. Turn in paragraphs on "The Power Struggle"
Friday, November 9, 2012
Friday, November 9, 2012.
Periods 1 - 3
1. SSR and Log
2. Of Mice and Men: Complete questions for Chapter 4.
3. Discuss and check responses to chapter 4 questions.
4. Study Of Mice and Men vocabulary words "scrappy - writhe" Quiz Tuesday, November 13.
Periods 5 - 7
The Grapes of Wrath: Quick check quiz over chapters 17-18
1. Review "The Power Struggle in Of Mice and Men Chapter 4 " paragraphs.
2. Of Mice and Men Review Vocabulary Quiz
3. Work on Of Mice and Men Chapter 4 questions.
HOMEWORK: The Grapes of Wrath: Read chapters 19-20.
Periods 1 - 3
1. SSR and Log
2. Of Mice and Men: Complete questions for Chapter 4.
3. Discuss and check responses to chapter 4 questions.
4. Study Of Mice and Men vocabulary words "scrappy - writhe" Quiz Tuesday, November 13.
Periods 5 - 7
The Grapes of Wrath: Quick check quiz over chapters 17-18
1. Review "The Power Struggle in Of Mice and Men Chapter 4 " paragraphs.
2. Of Mice and Men Review Vocabulary Quiz
3. Work on Of Mice and Men Chapter 4 questions.
HOMEWORK: The Grapes of Wrath: Read chapters 19-20.
Thursday, November 8, 2012.
Periods 1 - 3
1. SSR and LOG
2. Of Mice and Men: Complete reading of chapter 4. Stop tape and explain power struggle between various characters.
3. Begin Of Mice and Men Chapter 4 Focus Questions.
4. Homework: Study Of Mice and Men vocabulary words: "scrappy - writhe."
Quiz: Tuesday, November 13.
Periods 5 - 7
1. Of Mice and Men: Complete reading of chapter 4.
a. Discuss power struggle in chapter 4 and why Crooks is reduced to "nothingness."
b. Use locator chart to take notes on themes of loneliness and isolation as well as pursuit of the American Dream.
c. Candy's inability to remain quiet about the farm is evident as well as Crooks' willingness to work for his keep and be part of the dream.
2. Paragraph assignment Of Mice and Men Chapter Four: The Power Struggle
3. Don't forget to complete reading of The Grapes of Wrath chapters 17-18 and to study all the Of Mice and Men vocabulary words. Quiz: Friday, November 9.
Periods 1 - 3
1. SSR and LOG
2. Of Mice and Men: Complete reading of chapter 4. Stop tape and explain power struggle between various characters.
3. Begin Of Mice and Men Chapter 4 Focus Questions.
4. Homework: Study Of Mice and Men vocabulary words: "scrappy - writhe."
Quiz: Tuesday, November 13.
Periods 5 - 7
1. Of Mice and Men: Complete reading of chapter 4.
a. Discuss power struggle in chapter 4 and why Crooks is reduced to "nothingness."
b. Use locator chart to take notes on themes of loneliness and isolation as well as pursuit of the American Dream.
c. Candy's inability to remain quiet about the farm is evident as well as Crooks' willingness to work for his keep and be part of the dream.
2. Paragraph assignment Of Mice and Men Chapter Four: The Power Struggle
3. Don't forget to complete reading of The Grapes of Wrath chapters 17-18 and to study all the Of Mice and Men vocabulary words. Quiz: Friday, November 9.
Wednesday, November 7, 2012
Wednesday, November 7, 2012.
Periods 1 - 3
1. SSR and LOG
2. Log check. Most students are finishing LOG 4. Logs 2 and 3 have been turned in for this six weeks' project grade.
3. Of Mice and Men NOTES:
Crooks
In chapter 4 we learn about Crooks, the stablebuck, more in depth. He is one of the lonely characters in the novel. We learn about his childhood and why he is bitter. Due to his race, Crooks lives in a room within the barn isolated from the other workers on the ranch. Due to his crippled, crooked back, he is more permanent than the other workers who migrate from ranch to ranch. Crooks has more material possessions than the other men as well.
Power struggle in chapter 4:
a. Crooks exerts power over Lennie
b. Lennie exerts power over Crooks
c. Curley's wife exerts power over Crooks, Candy, and Lennie
d. Candy exerts power over Curley's wife
e. Curley's wife exerts power over the three men.
4. Begin reading OMM Chapter 4.
5. HOMEWORK: Study Of Mice and Men vocabulary words # 21-33: "scrappy - writhe."
Quiz next Tuesday, Nov. 13
Periods 5 - 7
1. The Grapes of Wrath Chapters 14 - 16 quiz questions.
2. Of Mice and Men notes (SEE # 3. ABOVE).
3. Of Mice and Men Chapter 4.
4. HOMEWORK: STUDY ALL THE OF MICE AND MEN VOCABULARY WORDS. REVIEW QUIZ ON FRIDAY, NOV. 9.
Periods 1 - 3
1. SSR and LOG
2. Log check. Most students are finishing LOG 4. Logs 2 and 3 have been turned in for this six weeks' project grade.
3. Of Mice and Men NOTES:
Crooks
In chapter 4 we learn about Crooks, the stablebuck, more in depth. He is one of the lonely characters in the novel. We learn about his childhood and why he is bitter. Due to his race, Crooks lives in a room within the barn isolated from the other workers on the ranch. Due to his crippled, crooked back, he is more permanent than the other workers who migrate from ranch to ranch. Crooks has more material possessions than the other men as well.
Power struggle in chapter 4:
a. Crooks exerts power over Lennie
b. Lennie exerts power over Crooks
c. Curley's wife exerts power over Crooks, Candy, and Lennie
d. Candy exerts power over Curley's wife
e. Curley's wife exerts power over the three men.
4. Begin reading OMM Chapter 4.
5. HOMEWORK: Study Of Mice and Men vocabulary words # 21-33: "scrappy - writhe."
Quiz next Tuesday, Nov. 13
Periods 5 - 7
1. The Grapes of Wrath Chapters 14 - 16 quiz questions.
2. Of Mice and Men notes (SEE # 3. ABOVE).
3. Of Mice and Men Chapter 4.
4. HOMEWORK: STUDY ALL THE OF MICE AND MEN VOCABULARY WORDS. REVIEW QUIZ ON FRIDAY, NOV. 9.
Tuesday, November 6, 2012
Tuesday, November 6, 2012.
Periods 1 - 3
1. SSR and LOG
2. Check Of Mice and Men Chapter 3 focus questions.
3. Of Mice and Men Vocabulary Quiz 3 "liniment - rouged."
Periods 5 - 7
1. Students completed Of Mice and Men Chapter 3 questions (10 minutes).
2. Checked questions for Of Mice and Men Ch. 3 and discussed mood and George's plan to attain farm.
3. Of Mice and Men Quick Quiz over characters in novel.
4. Homework: Study ALL Of Mice and Men vocabulary words for quiz on Friday, and do not forget to read The Grapes of Wrath through chapter 16.
Periods 1 - 3
1. SSR and LOG
2. Check Of Mice and Men Chapter 3 focus questions.
3. Of Mice and Men Vocabulary Quiz 3 "liniment - rouged."
Periods 5 - 7
1. Students completed Of Mice and Men Chapter 3 questions (10 minutes).
2. Checked questions for Of Mice and Men Ch. 3 and discussed mood and George's plan to attain farm.
3. Of Mice and Men Quick Quiz over characters in novel.
4. Homework: Study ALL Of Mice and Men vocabulary words for quiz on Friday, and do not forget to read The Grapes of Wrath through chapter 16.
Monday, November 5, 2012
Monday, November 5, 2012.
Periods 1- 3
1. SSR and LOG
2. Notes over Of Mice and Men Chapter 3
3. Worked on Of Mice and Men Focus questions for chapter 3.
4. Homework: Study for Of Mice and Men Vocabulary Quiz 3 liniment - rouged tomorrow.
Periods 5 - 7
1. The Grapes of Wrath Ch. 11-13 quiz questions.
2. Notes over Of Mice and Men Chapter 3.
3. Worked on Of Mice and Men Focus questions for chapter 3.
4. Homework: Read The Grapes of Wrath Chapter 16.
Periods 1- 3
1. SSR and LOG
2. Notes over Of Mice and Men Chapter 3
3. Worked on Of Mice and Men Focus questions for chapter 3.
4. Homework: Study for Of Mice and Men Vocabulary Quiz 3 liniment - rouged tomorrow.
Periods 5 - 7
1. The Grapes of Wrath Ch. 11-13 quiz questions.
2. Notes over Of Mice and Men Chapter 3.
3. Worked on Of Mice and Men Focus questions for chapter 3.
4. Homework: Read The Grapes of Wrath Chapter 16.
Friday, November 2, 2012
Friday, November 2, 2012.
Periods 1 - 3
1. SSR and LOG
2. Of Mice and Men: Complete reading of Chapter 3. Fill in locator chart with themes of family and friendship as well as loneliness and isolation.
3. Study Of Mice and Men vocabulary words "liniment - rouged." Quiz next Tuesday.
Periods 5 - 7
1. Of Mice and Men: Complete reading of Chapter 3. Fill in locator chart with themes of loneliness and isolation, animal symbols, the pursuit of the American Dream, and family and friendship.
2. Of Mice and Men Vocabulary Quiz 2: liniment - writhe.
3. The Grapes of Wrath Chapters 11-13 quiz questions.
4. HOMEWORK: The Grapes of Wrath: Read Chapters 14 -15.
5. Next week the vocabulary quiz will be a review quiz over all the Of Mice and Men words.
6. Don't forget any extra credit assignments due by Tuesday of next week.
Periods 1 - 3
1. SSR and LOG
2. Of Mice and Men: Complete reading of Chapter 3. Fill in locator chart with themes of family and friendship as well as loneliness and isolation.
3. Study Of Mice and Men vocabulary words "liniment - rouged." Quiz next Tuesday.
Periods 5 - 7
1. Of Mice and Men: Complete reading of Chapter 3. Fill in locator chart with themes of loneliness and isolation, animal symbols, the pursuit of the American Dream, and family and friendship.
2. Of Mice and Men Vocabulary Quiz 2: liniment - writhe.
3. The Grapes of Wrath Chapters 11-13 quiz questions.
4. HOMEWORK: The Grapes of Wrath: Read Chapters 14 -15.
5. Next week the vocabulary quiz will be a review quiz over all the Of Mice and Men words.
6. Don't forget any extra credit assignments due by Tuesday of next week.
Thursday, November 1, 2012
Thursday, November 1, 2012.
Periods 1 - 3
1. SSR and LOG
2. Of Mice and Men review of Chapter 2.
3. Of Mice and Men Chapter 2 Quiz (20 items).
4. Of Mice and Men: Continue reading Chapter 3 through pp. 48-54.
Periods 5 - 7
1. Use literary device locator to write paragraph on George and Lennie.
2. Of Mice and Men Chapter 2 quiz.
3. Of Mice and Men: Continue reading Chapter 3.
4. Don't forget to read The Grapes of Wrath Chapter 13 by tomorrow.
5. Study for Of Mice and Men Vocabulary words 1-33: "liniment - writhe". Quiz tomorrow.
Periods 1 - 3
1. SSR and LOG
2. Of Mice and Men review of Chapter 2.
3. Of Mice and Men Chapter 2 Quiz (20 items).
4. Of Mice and Men: Continue reading Chapter 3 through pp. 48-54.
Periods 5 - 7
1. Use literary device locator to write paragraph on George and Lennie.
2. Of Mice and Men Chapter 2 quiz.
3. Of Mice and Men: Continue reading Chapter 3.
4. Don't forget to read The Grapes of Wrath Chapter 13 by tomorrow.
5. Study for Of Mice and Men Vocabulary words 1-33: "liniment - writhe". Quiz tomorrow.
Wednesday, October 31, 2012
Wednesday, October 31, 2012.
Periods 1 - 3
1. SSR and LOG
2. Check Steinbeck Author Study question handout. Students turned in with notes from film staped to the back.(Except Period 1, which was only collected)
3. Of Mice and Men: Begin reading Chapter 3 to pg. 43.
Periods 5 - 7
1. Discuss The Grapes of Wrath Chapters 11 and 12. Homework: Read Ch. 13.
2. Of Mice and Men: Begin reading Chapter 3 to page 43.
Study Of Mice and Men vocabulary words: 1-33 liniment - writhe
Periods 1 - 3
1. SSR and LOG
2. Check Steinbeck Author Study question handout. Students turned in with notes from film staped to the back.(Except Period 1, which was only collected)
3. Of Mice and Men: Begin reading Chapter 3 to pg. 43.
Periods 5 - 7
1. Discuss The Grapes of Wrath Chapters 11 and 12. Homework: Read Ch. 13.
2. Of Mice and Men: Begin reading Chapter 3 to page 43.
Study Of Mice and Men vocabulary words: 1-33 liniment - writhe
Tuesday, October 30, 2012
Friday, October 26, 2012
Friday, October 26, 2012.
Periods 1 - 3
1. SSR and LOG
2. Of Mice and Men Chapter 2 to page 36; Period 2: 33
3. Study Of Mice and Men vocabulary words 12-25: "confide - grizzled." Quiz Monday 10/29/12
Periods 5 - 7
1. The Grapes of Wrath Ch. 9-10 independent reading homework quiz.
2. Begin reading Of Mice and Men Ch. 2: Period 5 to page 19 and Period 7 to page 24 top.
3. Vocabulary Quiz 1 Of Mice and Men
For those who did not read independently, make sure you catch up over the weekend.
Periods 1 - 3
1. SSR and LOG
2. Of Mice and Men Chapter 2 to page 36; Period 2: 33
3. Study Of Mice and Men vocabulary words 12-25: "confide - grizzled." Quiz Monday 10/29/12
Periods 5 - 7
1. The Grapes of Wrath Ch. 9-10 independent reading homework quiz.
2. Begin reading Of Mice and Men Ch. 2: Period 5 to page 19 and Period 7 to page 24 top.
3. Vocabulary Quiz 1 Of Mice and Men
For those who did not read independently, make sure you catch up over the weekend.
Thursday, October 25, 2012
Thursday, October 25. 2012.
Periods 1 - 3
1. SSR and LOG
2. Checked and discussed Of Mice and Men Chapter 1 questions. Worked on locator chart.
3. Began reading Of Mice and Men Chapter 2 to page 24 (top). Explained bunkhouse living quarters, the apple box used as shelving, Candy as the psychologist of the ranch, and Crooks the black stable buck, and the use of vernacular to refer to African Americans of the day.
* Offered Bunkhouse project for those students who need to replace the zero for "The Pedestrian" map.
4. Study Of Mice and Men vocabulary 12-25: confide - grizzled. Quiz tomorrow.
Periods 5 - 7
1. Checked and discussed Steinbeck Author Study question handouts. Stapled both handouts and notes. Turned in for homework grade.
2. Students checked their OMM Chapter 1 questions. We discussed the characters George and Lennie, their relationship as parent figure dealing with a childlike friend. We worked on the Literary Device Locator chart, filling it out for foreshadowing, indirect characterization, animal symbols, etc.
3. Explained living quarters: the apple box, bunkhouse, etc.
4. Don't forget to READ The Grapes of Wrath Chapters 9-10 and study Of Mice and Men vocabulary words 1-25: anguished - grizzled for a quiz tomorrow.
Periods 1 - 3
1. SSR and LOG
2. Checked and discussed Of Mice and Men Chapter 1 questions. Worked on locator chart.
3. Began reading Of Mice and Men Chapter 2 to page 24 (top). Explained bunkhouse living quarters, the apple box used as shelving, Candy as the psychologist of the ranch, and Crooks the black stable buck, and the use of vernacular to refer to African Americans of the day.
* Offered Bunkhouse project for those students who need to replace the zero for "The Pedestrian" map.
4. Study Of Mice and Men vocabulary 12-25: confide - grizzled. Quiz tomorrow.
Periods 5 - 7
1. Checked and discussed Steinbeck Author Study question handouts. Stapled both handouts and notes. Turned in for homework grade.
2. Students checked their OMM Chapter 1 questions. We discussed the characters George and Lennie, their relationship as parent figure dealing with a childlike friend. We worked on the Literary Device Locator chart, filling it out for foreshadowing, indirect characterization, animal symbols, etc.
3. Explained living quarters: the apple box, bunkhouse, etc.
4. Don't forget to READ The Grapes of Wrath Chapters 9-10 and study Of Mice and Men vocabulary words 1-25: anguished - grizzled for a quiz tomorrow.
Wednesday, October 24, 2012
Wednesday, October 24, 2012. Early Dismissal
Periods 1 - 3
1. SSR and LOG
2. Discuss Of Mice and Men Chapter One; complete focus questions for this chapter.
3. HOMEWORK: Study Of Mice and Men Vocabulary words from list: 12-25: "confide to grizzled."
Periods 5 - 7
1. The Grapes of Wrath Quiz questions for chapters 7-8; Read Ch. 9-10 by Friday, Oct. 26.
2. Reminder to turn in "The Pedestrian" map & song project, which was due October 4. Last week to turn in this project.
3. Finished reading Of Mice and Men Ch. 1. Worked on focus questions.
4. Don't forget to study Of Mice and Men vocabulary words from packet: "anguished - grizzled."
Periods 1 - 3
1. SSR and LOG
2. Discuss Of Mice and Men Chapter One; complete focus questions for this chapter.
3. HOMEWORK: Study Of Mice and Men Vocabulary words from list: 12-25: "confide to grizzled."
Periods 5 - 7
1. The Grapes of Wrath Quiz questions for chapters 7-8; Read Ch. 9-10 by Friday, Oct. 26.
2. Reminder to turn in "The Pedestrian" map & song project, which was due October 4. Last week to turn in this project.
3. Finished reading Of Mice and Men Ch. 1. Worked on focus questions.
4. Don't forget to study Of Mice and Men vocabulary words from packet: "anguished - grizzled."
Tuesday, October 23, 2012
Tuesday, October 23, 2012.
Periods 1 - 3
1. SSR and LOG
2. Completed reading of Of Mice and Men Ch. 1.
3. Of Mice and Men Vocabulary Quiz 1
HOMEWORK: STUDY Of Mice and Men Vocabulary Packet words 12-25: "confide - grizzled."
Periods 5 - 7
1. Discuss The Grapes of Wrath Ch. 3-6; Make sure you READ CAREFULLY Ch. 7-8 FOR HOMEWORK.
2. Of Mice and Men chapter 1
3. Distributed Of Mice and Men Vocabulary packet.
HOMEWORK: STUDY Words for quiz on Friday: 1-25: "anguished - grizzled"
Periods 1 - 3
1. SSR and LOG
2. Completed reading of Of Mice and Men Ch. 1.
3. Of Mice and Men Vocabulary Quiz 1
HOMEWORK: STUDY Of Mice and Men Vocabulary Packet words 12-25: "confide - grizzled."
Periods 5 - 7
1. Discuss The Grapes of Wrath Ch. 3-6; Make sure you READ CAREFULLY Ch. 7-8 FOR HOMEWORK.
2. Of Mice and Men chapter 1
3. Distributed Of Mice and Men Vocabulary packet.
HOMEWORK: STUDY Words for quiz on Friday: 1-25: "anguished - grizzled"
Monday, October 22, 2012
Monday, October 22, 2012.
Periods 1 - 3
1. SSR and LOG
2. Check and stamp Steinbeck Author Study handout.
3. On a sheet of paper:
Of Mice and Men Intro Notes
1) Warm-Up:
a) Think of a time when you shared a dream/goal with a friend. Was it realistic? Were you able to fulfill this dream?
b) List five or more childlike (about age four-five) behaviors. Share with class.
l. Cries when does not get way
2. Imitates parent or guardian; shows off what she/he accomplishes, ie, “Look
What I did! Seeks approval of parent/guardian.
3. Follows orders from parent/guardian
4. Seeks parent/guardian for guidance and direction; asks questions
5. Displays general innocence and is often unaware of danger
2) Of Mice and Men General Notes:
a) The setting of the novel is a farming area/ranch near Salinas, California in the late 1920s early 1930s.
b) The novel consists of six (6) chapters. Each chapter begins with a setting so the novel can be easily adapted into a play.
Ch. 1: A clearing in the woods/brush by a river.
Ch. 2: A bunkhouse at the ranch
Ch. 3: A bunkhouse at the ranch
Ch. 4: Crooks' room
Ch. 5: The barn
Ch. 6: A clearing in the woods/brush by a river.
Duration of novel: Three days: Thursday afternoon to Sunday afternoon.
Vernacular used in novel: foul language, cursing, use of “N” word.
3) Introduce Theme and Literary Device Locater chart. Active reading jotting down pg. numbers.
Periods 5 - 7 Vocabulary quiz Lesson 11. Same as above with exception of SSR and LOG and addition of Grammar check of pp. 13-16 and reading of The Grapes of Wrath Ch. 3-6.
Periods 1 - 3
1. SSR and LOG
2. Check and stamp Steinbeck Author Study handout.
3. On a sheet of paper:
Of Mice and Men Intro Notes
1) Warm-Up:
a) Think of a time when you shared a dream/goal with a friend. Was it realistic? Were you able to fulfill this dream?
b) List five or more childlike (about age four-five) behaviors. Share with class.
l. Cries when does not get way
2. Imitates parent or guardian; shows off what she/he accomplishes, ie, “Look
What I did! Seeks approval of parent/guardian.
3. Follows orders from parent/guardian
4. Seeks parent/guardian for guidance and direction; asks questions
5. Displays general innocence and is often unaware of danger
2) Of Mice and Men General Notes:
a) The setting of the novel is a farming area/ranch near Salinas, California in the late 1920s early 1930s.
b) The novel consists of six (6) chapters. Each chapter begins with a setting so the novel can be easily adapted into a play.
Ch. 1: A clearing in the woods/brush by a river.
Ch. 2: A bunkhouse at the ranch
Ch. 3: A bunkhouse at the ranch
Ch. 4: Crooks' room
Ch. 5: The barn
Ch. 6: A clearing in the woods/brush by a river.
Duration of novel: Three days: Thursday afternoon to Sunday afternoon.
Vernacular used in novel: foul language, cursing, use of “N” word.
3) Introduce Theme and Literary Device Locater chart. Active reading jotting down pg. numbers.
Periods 5 - 7 Vocabulary quiz Lesson 11. Same as above with exception of SSR and LOG and addition of Grammar check of pp. 13-16 and reading of The Grapes of Wrath Ch. 3-6.
Friday, October 19, 2012
Friday, October 19, 2012. (Early dismissal)
Periods 1 - 3
1. SSR and LOG
2. Finished viewing John Steinbeck biography.
3. Worked on John Steinbeck Author Study questions. Complete for homework.
Periods 5 - 7
1. Removed pp. 13-26 from G.U.M. workbook. Placed back on shelf. Complete pages 13-16 (exercises on verbs) for homework.
2. Finished viewing John Steinbeck biography. Discuss fascination with the Arthurian legend throughout his life.
3. Worked on John Steinbeck Author Study questions. Complete both handouts for homework.
4. Read The Grapes of Wrath Chapters 5 and 6. You are responsible for completing the reading of this book through chapter 6.
5. Vocabulary quiz over Lesson XI and Review XII will be postponed until Monday, October 22. Study your past vocabulary words: 1-100.
Periods 1 - 3
1. SSR and LOG
2. Finished viewing John Steinbeck biography.
3. Worked on John Steinbeck Author Study questions. Complete for homework.
Periods 5 - 7
1. Removed pp. 13-26 from G.U.M. workbook. Placed back on shelf. Complete pages 13-16 (exercises on verbs) for homework.
2. Finished viewing John Steinbeck biography. Discuss fascination with the Arthurian legend throughout his life.
3. Worked on John Steinbeck Author Study questions. Complete both handouts for homework.
4. Read The Grapes of Wrath Chapters 5 and 6. You are responsible for completing the reading of this book through chapter 6.
5. Vocabulary quiz over Lesson XI and Review XII will be postponed until Monday, October 22. Study your past vocabulary words: 1-100.
Thursday, October 18, 2012
Thursday, October 18, 2012.
Periods 1-3
Friday:
Last day to turn in essay for full credit.
1. SSR and Log
2. Steinbeck Bio film.
3. Passed out Of Mice and Men vocabulary packet.
Periods 5 - 7
1. Checked Vocabulary Lessons 11 and 12 review.
2. Steinbeck Bio film. Focus: How does an author's life influence his/her works?
3. Study for quiz. If you can, read chapters The Grapes of Wrath 5 and 6.
Periods 1-3
Friday:
Last day to turn in essay for full credit.
1. SSR and Log
2. Steinbeck Bio film.
3. Passed out Of Mice and Men vocabulary packet.
Periods 5 - 7
1. Checked Vocabulary Lessons 11 and 12 review.
2. Steinbeck Bio film. Focus: How does an author's life influence his/her works?
3. Study for quiz. If you can, read chapters The Grapes of Wrath 5 and 6.
Wednesday, October 17, 2012
Tuesday, October 16, 2012
Tuesday, October 16, 2012
Periods 1-3
1. SSR and LOG
2. Vocabulary Quiz PSAT # 3.
3. Work on "A Sound of Thunder" Literary Analysis essay.
4. Finish essay for homework.
PSAT test tomorrow. Be in your Advocacy classroom at 7:45
Periods 5 - 7
1. Quiz on The Grapes of Wrath reading of chapters 1-2; check in class; discuss
2. Peer revision of completed drafts. Two graders for each essay using rubric.
3. HOMEWORK: Read The Grapes of Wrath Chapters 3-4.
PSAT TEST TOMORROW 7:45 IN ADVOCACY ROOM.
Periods 1-3
1. SSR and LOG
2. Vocabulary Quiz PSAT # 3.
3. Work on "A Sound of Thunder" Literary Analysis essay.
4. Finish essay for homework.
PSAT test tomorrow. Be in your Advocacy classroom at 7:45
Periods 5 - 7
1. Quiz on The Grapes of Wrath reading of chapters 1-2; check in class; discuss
2. Peer revision of completed drafts. Two graders for each essay using rubric.
3. HOMEWORK: Read The Grapes of Wrath Chapters 3-4.
PSAT TEST TOMORROW 7:45 IN ADVOCACY ROOM.
Monday, October 15, 2012
Monday, October 15, 2012.
Periods 1-3
1. SSR and LOG Period 2: Log Check
2. Since students' outlines were not adequately completed, the correct outline format was explained using the document camera. Students were taught, step by step, the proper elaboration of an outline. They completed Introduction: Grabber, Orient the Reader, and Thesis; Body paragraph #1: Topic sentence, Evidence [Quote # 1, Quote #2], and Commentary. They are to complete this format for Body Paragraphs # 2 and # 3. Then they are to end with Conclusion: Restate thesis statement and reflect upon content, tying all information together and ending with a thoughtful commentary.
3. Vocabulary Quiz PSAT List #3 tomorrow.
Periods 5 - 7
1. Distribution of The Grapes of Wrath. Read Chapters 1 and 2 for homework. Expect a quiz tomorrow.
2. Check outlines with document camera. Many students did not complete outline.
3. Write essays in class. Those students not prepared worked in class. Students who finished the outline and essay began reading TGW. Final essays must be typed and turned in tomorrow.
Periods 1-3
1. SSR and LOG Period 2: Log Check
2. Since students' outlines were not adequately completed, the correct outline format was explained using the document camera. Students were taught, step by step, the proper elaboration of an outline. They completed Introduction: Grabber, Orient the Reader, and Thesis; Body paragraph #1: Topic sentence, Evidence [Quote # 1, Quote #2], and Commentary. They are to complete this format for Body Paragraphs # 2 and # 3. Then they are to end with Conclusion: Restate thesis statement and reflect upon content, tying all information together and ending with a thoughtful commentary.
3. Vocabulary Quiz PSAT List #3 tomorrow.
Periods 5 - 7
1. Distribution of The Grapes of Wrath. Read Chapters 1 and 2 for homework. Expect a quiz tomorrow.
2. Check outlines with document camera. Many students did not complete outline.
3. Write essays in class. Those students not prepared worked in class. Students who finished the outline and essay began reading TGW. Final essays must be typed and turned in tomorrow.
Friday, October 12, 2012
Friday, October 12, 2012.
Note: If you have not finished your STAAR expository essay, make sure you come finish it at lunch tutorials.
Periods 1-3
1. SSR and LOG. Periods 2 nd 3 LOG check.
2. Distributed second chart for outline as well as outline format. Complete "AST" outline for homework following the sample. Skip lines between items.
Period 2: Vocabulary sentences for PSAT List # 3
Periods 5 - 7
1. Checked "AST" outlines, and most students did not skip lines or did not write legibly. Students will type their outlines and bring them on Monday, 10/15.
2. Vocabulary Quiz IX and X.
3. Graded outlines for those students who completed them correctly.
Note: If you have not finished your STAAR expository essay, make sure you come finish it at lunch tutorials.
Periods 1-3
1. SSR and LOG. Periods 2 nd 3 LOG check.
2. Distributed second chart for outline as well as outline format. Complete "AST" outline for homework following the sample. Skip lines between items.
Period 2: Vocabulary sentences for PSAT List # 3
Periods 5 - 7
1. Checked "AST" outlines, and most students did not skip lines or did not write legibly. Students will type their outlines and bring them on Monday, 10/15.
2. Vocabulary Quiz IX and X.
3. Graded outlines for those students who completed them correctly.
Wednesday, October 10, 2012
Wednesday, October 10, 2012.
Periods 1 - 3
1. SSR and LOG
2. Checked brainstorming Indirect Characterization CHART students needed to complete for homework.
3. Explained outline. Complete for homework.
4. Reviewed PSAT Vocabulary List #3. Students wrote sentences.
Periods 5 -7
1. Students read sample chart, outline, and essay on foreshadowing.
2. Checked Indirect Characterization CHART that students completed for homework.
3. Talked about the use of indirect characterization by Bradbury to move the plot forward in "AST"
4. Explained outline, passed out final outline chart and essay outline organizer.
5. Students will complete final chart and outline for essay at home and bring tomorrow.
6. Don't forget Voc. Lessons IX and X.
Periods 1 - 3
1. SSR and LOG
2. Checked brainstorming Indirect Characterization CHART students needed to complete for homework.
3. Explained outline. Complete for homework.
4. Reviewed PSAT Vocabulary List #3. Students wrote sentences.
Periods 5 -7
1. Students read sample chart, outline, and essay on foreshadowing.
2. Checked Indirect Characterization CHART that students completed for homework.
3. Talked about the use of indirect characterization by Bradbury to move the plot forward in "AST"
4. Explained outline, passed out final outline chart and essay outline organizer.
5. Students will complete final chart and outline for essay at home and bring tomorrow.
6. Don't forget Voc. Lessons IX and X.
Tuesday, October 9, 2012
Tuesday, October 9, 2012.
Periods 1-3
1. SSR and Log
2. Presented Indirect Characterization scenarios orally to class.
3. Completed "A Sound of Thunder" Indirect Characterization Chart.
4. Passed out PSAT Vocabulary List #3. Ask for this list if you were absent.
Periods 5 - 7
1. Checked GUM workbook page 11 and turn in 12.
2. Presented Indirect Characterization story completed yesterday orally to class. Have class infer character trait.
3. Explained/brainstormed characters for "A Sound of Thunder" Indirect Characterization Chart. Complete for homework. Make sure you complete Vocabulary lessons IX and X by Thursday, 10/11
4. Passed out PSAT Vocabulary List #3. If you were absent, come by for your copy.
Periods 1-3
1. SSR and Log
2. Presented Indirect Characterization scenarios orally to class.
3. Completed "A Sound of Thunder" Indirect Characterization Chart.
4. Passed out PSAT Vocabulary List #3. Ask for this list if you were absent.
Periods 5 - 7
1. Checked GUM workbook page 11 and turn in 12.
2. Presented Indirect Characterization story completed yesterday orally to class. Have class infer character trait.
3. Explained/brainstormed characters for "A Sound of Thunder" Indirect Characterization Chart. Complete for homework. Make sure you complete Vocabulary lessons IX and X by Thursday, 10/11
4. Passed out PSAT Vocabulary List #3. If you were absent, come by for your copy.
Monday, October 8, 2012
Monday, October 8, 2012.
Periods 1-3
1. SSR and LOG
2. Review of Direct/Indirect Characterization
3. Paired activity involving turning direct characterization to indirect characterization using STEAL:
S- Speech
T- Thoughts
E- Effect on other characters. How do other characters feel or behave in reaction to the character
L- Looks. What does the character look like? How does the character dress? What does she/he wear? This method is paramount when the character's appearance has relevance to his personality.
4. Read character description aloud and have class guess what prompt was given initially.
Periods 5-7
1. 15 minutes to complete essay from Friday.
2. Review of Direct/Indirect Characterization
3. Paired activity same as above.
Periods 1-3
1. SSR and LOG
2. Review of Direct/Indirect Characterization
3. Paired activity involving turning direct characterization to indirect characterization using STEAL:
S- Speech
T- Thoughts
E- Effect on other characters. How do other characters feel or behave in reaction to the character
L- Looks. What does the character look like? How does the character dress? What does she/he wear? This method is paramount when the character's appearance has relevance to his personality.
4. Read character description aloud and have class guess what prompt was given initially.
Periods 5-7
1. 15 minutes to complete essay from Friday.
2. Review of Direct/Indirect Characterization
3. Paired activity same as above.
Friday, October 5, 2012
Friday, October 5, 2012
Periods 1-3
1. SSR and LOG
2. Direct/Indirect Characterization powerpoint
3. Complete essay portion of test. Turn in maps, present orally.
Periods 5-7
1. Direct/Indirect Characterization powerpoint presentation
2. Complete Short Stories Essay TEST
3. Turn in "The Pedestrian" song and present map orally to teacher; then turn in.
Periods 1-3
1. SSR and LOG
2. Direct/Indirect Characterization powerpoint
3. Complete essay portion of test. Turn in maps, present orally.
Periods 5-7
1. Direct/Indirect Characterization powerpoint presentation
2. Complete Short Stories Essay TEST
3. Turn in "The Pedestrian" song and present map orally to teacher; then turn in.
Wednesday, October 3, 2012
Wednesday, October 3, 2012.
Periods 1-3
1. SSR and Log
2.. Completed reading of "Searching for Summer."
3. Passed out graded papers and portfolio folders.
4. Completed handout with questions for "Searching for Summer."
TEST OVER SHORT STORIES AND LITERARY ELEMENTS TOMORROW.
Periods 5-7
1. Checked GUM workbook pages 9-10.
2. Read "Searching for Summer" and completed handout with questions and graphic organizer for static and dynamic characters.
3. Passed out graded papers to keep in portfolio.
TEST OVER SHORT STORIES AND LITERARY ELEMENTS TOMORROW.
Periods 1-3
1. SSR and Log
2.. Completed reading of "Searching for Summer."
3. Passed out graded papers and portfolio folders.
4. Completed handout with questions for "Searching for Summer."
TEST OVER SHORT STORIES AND LITERARY ELEMENTS TOMORROW.
Periods 5-7
1. Checked GUM workbook pages 9-10.
2. Read "Searching for Summer" and completed handout with questions and graphic organizer for static and dynamic characters.
3. Passed out graded papers to keep in portfolio.
TEST OVER SHORT STORIES AND LITERARY ELEMENTS TOMORROW.
Tuesday, October 2, 2012
Tuesday, October 2, 2012
Periods 1-3
1. SSR and LOG
2. Continued reading "Searching for Summer" to page 35.
3. Passed out Cycle 1 TEST Study Guide.
3. Vocabulary Quiz PSAT # 2.
4. "The Pedestrian" map due Thursday 10/4
Periods 5-7
1. Checked GUM workbook pages 7-8 completed for homework. Save for study.
2. Distributed Cycle 1 TEST Study Guide.
3. Read "Searching for Summer" to page 34-35.
4. "The Pedestrian" song and map due Thursday 10/4 Vocabulary Less. IX and X due next Thursday 10/11
Periods 1-3
1. SSR and LOG
2. Continued reading "Searching for Summer" to page 35.
3. Passed out Cycle 1 TEST Study Guide.
3. Vocabulary Quiz PSAT # 2.
4. "The Pedestrian" map due Thursday 10/4
Periods 5-7
1. Checked GUM workbook pages 7-8 completed for homework. Save for study.
2. Distributed Cycle 1 TEST Study Guide.
3. Read "Searching for Summer" to page 34-35.
4. "The Pedestrian" song and map due Thursday 10/4 Vocabulary Less. IX and X due next Thursday 10/11
Monday, October 1, 2012
Monday, October 1, 2012
Monday, October 1, 2012.
Periods 1-3
1. SSR and LOG
2. Check GUM workbook homework pp. 2-3.
3. Review of PSAT Vocabulary list #2. Students wrote sentences using each word. They need to bring tomorrow for extra credit. QUIZ TOMORROW. STUDY THE WORDS AND DEFINITIONS AS WELL AS THE SENTENCES.
4. Begin reading "Searching for Summer."
Periods 5 - 7
1. Check GUM workbook homework pp. 5 and 6 for grade.
2. Complete GUM workbook pages 7 and 8.
3. Find theme in painting for "Searching for Summer." Make a thematic statement. What does the painting reveal about life? What is the mood? Review static and dynamic characters.
4. Begin reading "Searching for Summer."
Periods 1-3
1. SSR and LOG
2. Check GUM workbook homework pp. 2-3.
3. Review of PSAT Vocabulary list #2. Students wrote sentences using each word. They need to bring tomorrow for extra credit. QUIZ TOMORROW. STUDY THE WORDS AND DEFINITIONS AS WELL AS THE SENTENCES.
4. Begin reading "Searching for Summer."
Periods 5 - 7
1. Check GUM workbook homework pp. 5 and 6 for grade.
2. Complete GUM workbook pages 7 and 8.
3. Find theme in painting for "Searching for Summer." Make a thematic statement. What does the painting reveal about life? What is the mood? Review static and dynamic characters.
4. Begin reading "Searching for Summer."
Friday, September 28, 2012
Friday, September 28, 2012.
Periods 1-3
1. SSR and LOG
2. Passed out PSAT booklets and G.U.M. workbooks for students to write name and remove pages 1-4 from workbook. Students will complete pages 2 and 3 for homework.
3. Complete reading of "The Pedestrian," analyzing for MOOD and TONE. Students mapped out Mr. Mead's route by annotating on story text, and will draw a map per assignment on handout. Map due Monday, October 1.
Periods 5 - 7
Distributed G.U.M. workbooks to Period 5 as well as PSAT booklets for students to work on at home.
1. Read "The Pedestrian" analyzing for MOOD and TONE. Assigned project map and song due next Thursday, 10/4.
2. Students removed pages 1-12 from workbook and will complete pages 1-6 by Monday.
3. Vocabulary Quiz Lessons VII and VIII.
Periods 1-3
1. SSR and LOG
2. Passed out PSAT booklets and G.U.M. workbooks for students to write name and remove pages 1-4 from workbook. Students will complete pages 2 and 3 for homework.
3. Complete reading of "The Pedestrian," analyzing for MOOD and TONE. Students mapped out Mr. Mead's route by annotating on story text, and will draw a map per assignment on handout. Map due Monday, October 1.
Periods 5 - 7
Distributed G.U.M. workbooks to Period 5 as well as PSAT booklets for students to work on at home.
1. Read "The Pedestrian" analyzing for MOOD and TONE. Assigned project map and song due next Thursday, 10/4.
2. Students removed pages 1-12 from workbook and will complete pages 1-6 by Monday.
3. Vocabulary Quiz Lessons VII and VIII.
Thursday, September 27, 2012
Thursday, September 27, 2012.
Thursday, September 27, 2012.
Periods 1-3
1. SSR and LOG
2. "A Sound of Thunder" Reading Quiz
3. Began reading "The Pedestrian" by Ray Bradbury, annotating and underlining/highlighting for setting, sensory details, and MOOD.
Periods 5 -7
1. Vocabulary Lessons VII and VIII review and workbook check. Vocabulary quiz tomorrow.
2. Picked up "ASound of Thunder" Sentence Modeling homework.
3. Passed out PSAT words to add to vocabulary list: ethereal, pungent, curmudgeon, banter, cryptic, raze, yen, paramount, opine, and convoluted.
4. Passed out to Period 7 GUM workbooks to write student names on them as well as PSAT booklets for practice at home. Will distribute to Period 5 tomorrow. Test over literary terms and short stories next week. From Literary Terms handout, we checked off terms studied in class.
5. Began reading "The Pedestrian" by Ray Bradbury, annotating and underlining for setting, sensory details, and MOOD.
Periods 1-3
1. SSR and LOG
2. "A Sound of Thunder" Reading Quiz
3. Began reading "The Pedestrian" by Ray Bradbury, annotating and underlining/highlighting for setting, sensory details, and MOOD.
Periods 5 -7
1. Vocabulary Lessons VII and VIII review and workbook check. Vocabulary quiz tomorrow.
2. Picked up "ASound of Thunder" Sentence Modeling homework.
3. Passed out PSAT words to add to vocabulary list: ethereal, pungent, curmudgeon, banter, cryptic, raze, yen, paramount, opine, and convoluted.
4. Passed out to Period 7 GUM workbooks to write student names on them as well as PSAT booklets for practice at home. Will distribute to Period 5 tomorrow. Test over literary terms and short stories next week. From Literary Terms handout, we checked off terms studied in class.
5. Began reading "The Pedestrian" by Ray Bradbury, annotating and underlining for setting, sensory details, and MOOD.
Wednesday, September 26, 2012
Wednesday, September 26, 2012.
Periods 1-3
1. SSR and Log
2. "A Sound of Thunder" Vocabulary Quiz
3. Worked on "A Sound of Thunder" plot chain. Complete for homework.
Periods 5 & 7
1. Warm-up: Completed handout on appositive phrases.
2. Review Absolute phrases.
3. Analyzed sentence structure in "A Sound of Thunder" passage describing the T-Rex, looking for parts of speech, absolute phrases, prep. phrases, clauses, appositive phrases, reflexive/intensive pronouns, participial phrases; adjectives and adverbs.
Homework: Complete sentence modeling .
An absolute phrase is a phrase that when you add the words Was or Were you can get a complete thought- out sentence.
Heart pounding
Hands trembling
Using Absolute Phrases
An absolute phrase -- is a modifier generally made from a noun or noun phrase and a participle. It can modify a noun or pronoun or the whole of the base sentence to which it is attached.
e.g - Teeth chattering, we waited for hours in the bitter cold.
Sails flapping, the boat tugged at its mooring.
The participle may be expanded into a participle phrase --
Sails flapping in the brisk morning breeze, the boat tugged at its mooring.
An absolute phrase with other combinations
1). Noun and adverb phrase - Ram sat back comfortable, feet up on the desk.
2). Noun and adjective - Muscles taut, he hefted the barbells to his chest.
3). Noun and adjective phrase - She waved to the crowd, her face radiant with triumph.
4). Noun and adverb - Shoulders hunched, Ronaldo zigzagged past the linebacker.
We can use various absolute phrases in succession - Hair golden, eyes blue, body slender and tanned, he personified the California look.
Note - We can put an absolute phrase at the beginning of a sentence or at the end, setting it off with a comma.
We can also put an absolute phrase in the middle.
e.g - The speaker, his voice trembling with rage, denounced the hecklers. (note the pair of commas)
“A Sound of Thunder” by Ray Bradbury
Sentence Analysis
Directions: Label each section of the following sentences Use the lines to write the name of the phrase or part of speech. Label subject and verb by highlighting the subject in yellow and the verb in green. Enclose all prepositional phrases in parentheses, place brackets around all CLAUSES. Label appositives; reflexive and intensive pronouns; participial phrases; adjectives and adverbs.
And the head itself, a ton of sculptured stone, lifted easily upon the sky.
Its mouth gaped, exposing a fence of teeth like daggers.
Its eyes rolled, ostrich eggs, empty of all expression save [except] hunger.
_____________________________________________________________
It closed its mouth in a death grin.
_____________________________________________________________
It ran, its pelvic bones crushing aside trees and bushes, its taloned feet clawing damp earth, leaving prints six inches deep wherever it settled its weight.
_____________________________________________________________
It ran with a gliding ballet step, far too poised and balanced for its ten tons.
_____________________________________________________________
It moved into a sunlit arena warily, its beautifully reptilian hands feeling the air.
_____________________________________________________________
“A Sound of Thunder” by Ray Bradbury
Sentence Modeling Homework
Directions: Write a sentence of your own exactly following the model.
And the head itself, a ton of sculptured stone, lifted easily upon the sky.
Its mouth gaped, exposing a fence of teeth like daggers.
Its eyes rolled, ostrich eggs, empty of all expression save [except] hunger.
_____________________________________________________________
It closed its mouth in a death grin.
_____________________________________________________________
It ran, its pelvic bones crushing aside trees and bushes, its taloned feet clawing damp earth, leaving prints six inches deep wherever it settled its weight.
_____________________________________________________________
It ran with a gliding ballet step, far too poised and balanced for its ten tons.
_____________________________________________________________
It moved into a sunlit arena warily, its beautifully reptilian hands feeling the air.
_____________________________________________________________
Periods 1-3
1. SSR and Log
2. "A Sound of Thunder" Vocabulary Quiz
3. Worked on "A Sound of Thunder" plot chain. Complete for homework.
Periods 5 & 7
1. Warm-up: Completed handout on appositive phrases.
2. Review Absolute phrases.
3. Analyzed sentence structure in "A Sound of Thunder" passage describing the T-Rex, looking for parts of speech, absolute phrases, prep. phrases, clauses, appositive phrases, reflexive/intensive pronouns, participial phrases; adjectives and adverbs.
Homework: Complete sentence modeling .
An absolute phrase is a phrase that when you add the words Was or Were you can get a complete thought- out sentence.
Heart pounding
Hands trembling
Using Absolute Phrases
An absolute phrase -- is a modifier generally made from a noun or noun phrase and a participle. It can modify a noun or pronoun or the whole of the base sentence to which it is attached.
e.g - Teeth chattering, we waited for hours in the bitter cold.
Sails flapping, the boat tugged at its mooring.
The participle may be expanded into a participle phrase --
Sails flapping in the brisk morning breeze, the boat tugged at its mooring.
An absolute phrase with other combinations
1). Noun and adverb phrase - Ram sat back comfortable, feet up on the desk.
2). Noun and adjective - Muscles taut, he hefted the barbells to his chest.
3). Noun and adjective phrase - She waved to the crowd, her face radiant with triumph.
4). Noun and adverb - Shoulders hunched, Ronaldo zigzagged past the linebacker.
We can use various absolute phrases in succession - Hair golden, eyes blue, body slender and tanned, he personified the California look.
Note - We can put an absolute phrase at the beginning of a sentence or at the end, setting it off with a comma.
We can also put an absolute phrase in the middle.
e.g - The speaker, his voice trembling with rage, denounced the hecklers. (note the pair of commas)
“A Sound of Thunder” by Ray Bradbury
Sentence Analysis
Directions: Label each section of the following sentences Use the lines to write the name of the phrase or part of speech. Label subject and verb by highlighting the subject in yellow and the verb in green. Enclose all prepositional phrases in parentheses, place brackets around all CLAUSES. Label appositives; reflexive and intensive pronouns; participial phrases; adjectives and adverbs.
And the head itself, a ton of sculptured stone, lifted easily upon the sky.
Its mouth gaped, exposing a fence of teeth like daggers.
Its eyes rolled, ostrich eggs, empty of all expression save [except] hunger.
_____________________________________________________________
It closed its mouth in a death grin.
_____________________________________________________________
It ran, its pelvic bones crushing aside trees and bushes, its taloned feet clawing damp earth, leaving prints six inches deep wherever it settled its weight.
_____________________________________________________________
It ran with a gliding ballet step, far too poised and balanced for its ten tons.
_____________________________________________________________
It moved into a sunlit arena warily, its beautifully reptilian hands feeling the air.
_____________________________________________________________
“A Sound of Thunder” by Ray Bradbury
Sentence Modeling Homework
Directions: Write a sentence of your own exactly following the model.
And the head itself, a ton of sculptured stone, lifted easily upon the sky.
Its mouth gaped, exposing a fence of teeth like daggers.
Its eyes rolled, ostrich eggs, empty of all expression save [except] hunger.
_____________________________________________________________
It closed its mouth in a death grin.
_____________________________________________________________
It ran, its pelvic bones crushing aside trees and bushes, its taloned feet clawing damp earth, leaving prints six inches deep wherever it settled its weight.
_____________________________________________________________
It ran with a gliding ballet step, far too poised and balanced for its ten tons.
_____________________________________________________________
It moved into a sunlit arena warily, its beautifully reptilian hands feeling the air.
_____________________________________________________________
Tuesday, September 25, 2012
Tuesday, September 25, 2012.
Tuesday, September 25, 2012.
Periods 1-3
1. SSR and LOG
2. Review "A Sound of Thunder" questions completed for homework. Student work which was completed was stamped with today's date.
3. "A Sound of Thunder" vocabulary review. Quiz tomorrow.
Periods 5 & 7
1. "A Sound of Thunder" figurative Language and foreshadowing warm-up exercise.
2. Checked "A Sound of Thunder" comp. questions completed for homework. Completed student work was stamped.
3. Review of absolute phrase. (Except Per. 7) Google "absolute phrase" and read for homework.
NOTE: Do not forget Manter Hall Vocabulary Lessons VII and VIII due Thursday 9/27.
Periods 1-3
1. SSR and LOG
2. Review "A Sound of Thunder" questions completed for homework. Student work which was completed was stamped with today's date.
3. "A Sound of Thunder" vocabulary review. Quiz tomorrow.
Periods 5 & 7
1. "A Sound of Thunder" figurative Language and foreshadowing warm-up exercise.
2. Checked "A Sound of Thunder" comp. questions completed for homework. Completed student work was stamped.
3. Review of absolute phrase. (Except Per. 7) Google "absolute phrase" and read for homework.
NOTE: Do not forget Manter Hall Vocabulary Lessons VII and VIII due Thursday 9/27.
Monday, September 24, 2012.
Monday, September 24, 2012.
Periods 1-3
1. SSR and LOG
2. You Don't Know Me TEST
3. Complete questions for "A Sound of Thunder" Finish for homework.
4. Passed out progress reports to periods 1 and 2. Period 3: Friday 9/21. Bring signed by parent by tomorrow for homework grade. Period 3: Some students brought reports signed. Bring tomorrow for 90.
Periods 5-7
1. Vocabulary Quiz Lessons I-V Review 1-50 words on list.
2. Complete questions for "A Sound of Thunder." Finish for homework.
3. Passed out progress reports for parent signature to Period 7. Period 5: Friday 9/21. Bring signed for homework grade.
Periods 1-3
1. SSR and LOG
2. You Don't Know Me TEST
3. Complete questions for "A Sound of Thunder" Finish for homework.
4. Passed out progress reports to periods 1 and 2. Period 3: Friday 9/21. Bring signed by parent by tomorrow for homework grade. Period 3: Some students brought reports signed. Bring tomorrow for 90.
Periods 5-7
1. Vocabulary Quiz Lessons I-V Review 1-50 words on list.
2. Complete questions for "A Sound of Thunder." Finish for homework.
3. Passed out progress reports for parent signature to Period 7. Period 5: Friday 9/21. Bring signed for homework grade.
Friday, September 21, 2012
Friday, September 21, 2012
Friday, September 21, 2012.
Periods 1-3
1. SSR and LOG . Make sure you turn in completed log for a project grade. Do not wrinkle, stain, tear, or blemish log. Keep it neat and clean. You may bring your own book to read for SSR.
2. Complete reading of "A Sound of Thunder" actively annotating on margin of handout for characterization of Eckels, Travis, Lesperance; foreshadowing, mood, plot, and theme.
3. NOTE: Make sure you have finished reading/reviewing You Don't Know Me for a TEST on Monday, Sept. 24, 2012. Make sure you check Gradespeed for missing assignments.
Periods 5 -7
NOTE: Vocabulary Review Quiz Lessons I-V is postponed for Monday, September 24. Study all fifty (50) words on the list for these lessons.
1. Turn in yesterday's warm-up exercise on Tone and Mood. Work on vocabulary for "A Sound of Thunder."
2. Read "A Sound of Thunder" actively annotating on margin of handout for characterization of Eckels, Travis, and Lesperance; foreshadowing, mood, plot, and theme. Bring "AST" handout Monday.
Periods 1-3
1. SSR and LOG . Make sure you turn in completed log for a project grade. Do not wrinkle, stain, tear, or blemish log. Keep it neat and clean. You may bring your own book to read for SSR.
2. Complete reading of "A Sound of Thunder" actively annotating on margin of handout for characterization of Eckels, Travis, Lesperance; foreshadowing, mood, plot, and theme.
3. NOTE: Make sure you have finished reading/reviewing You Don't Know Me for a TEST on Monday, Sept. 24, 2012. Make sure you check Gradespeed for missing assignments.
Periods 5 -7
NOTE: Vocabulary Review Quiz Lessons I-V is postponed for Monday, September 24. Study all fifty (50) words on the list for these lessons.
1. Turn in yesterday's warm-up exercise on Tone and Mood. Work on vocabulary for "A Sound of Thunder."
2. Read "A Sound of Thunder" actively annotating on margin of handout for characterization of Eckels, Travis, and Lesperance; foreshadowing, mood, plot, and theme. Bring "AST" handout Monday.
Thursday, September 20, 2012
Thursday, September 20, 2012.
Thursday, September 20, 2012.
Periods 1-3
1. SSR and LOG
2. Discuss time travel, foreshadowing in literature and character details by taking Cornell notes.
3. Begin reading "A Sound of Thunder" by Ray Bradbury.
NOTE: Do not forget TEST over You Don't Know Me on Monday, 9/24.
Periods 5 & 7
1. Work on exercise reviewing TONE and MOOD. Complete for homework.
2. Review vocabulary Lessons V and Review VI (All 50 words). Study ten new words as well as forty previous words for quiz tomorrow.
3. Begin reading "A Sound of Thunder" (Period 7 only read from textbook; distributed hard copy of the story but did not read)
Periods 1-3
1. SSR and LOG
2. Discuss time travel, foreshadowing in literature and character details by taking Cornell notes.
3. Begin reading "A Sound of Thunder" by Ray Bradbury.
NOTE: Do not forget TEST over You Don't Know Me on Monday, 9/24.
Periods 5 & 7
1. Work on exercise reviewing TONE and MOOD. Complete for homework.
2. Review vocabulary Lessons V and Review VI (All 50 words). Study ten new words as well as forty previous words for quiz tomorrow.
3. Begin reading "A Sound of Thunder" (Period 7 only read from textbook; distributed hard copy of the story but did not read)
Wednesday, September 19, 2012
Wednesday, September 19, 2012.
Periods 1-3
1. SSR and LOG. Collected completed logs for project grade.
2. Passed out vocabulary for "A Sound of Thunder" (Except Period 3). Students defined words from story.
3. Discussed TONE and MOOD.
4. Stamped completed homework. Checked questions for "There Will Come Soft Rains." Students turned in questions or review question notes for a partial grade.
Periods 5 and 7
1. Discussed TONE and MOOD with gingerbread man handout.
2. Passed out graded "Harrison Bergeron" Comprehension questions and discussed main topics:
irony, satire, and theme.
3. Passed out graded "There Will Come Soft Rains" questions. Reviewed and discussed TONE and MOOD (in the poem within the story: "There Will Come Soft Rains" by Sara Teasdale) in class. Discussed theme of story.
Students who were unprepared took notes and will bring back completed work for partial grade.
Periods 1-3
1. SSR and LOG. Collected completed logs for project grade.
2. Passed out vocabulary for "A Sound of Thunder" (Except Period 3). Students defined words from story.
3. Discussed TONE and MOOD.
4. Stamped completed homework. Checked questions for "There Will Come Soft Rains." Students turned in questions or review question notes for a partial grade.
Periods 5 and 7
1. Discussed TONE and MOOD with gingerbread man handout.
2. Passed out graded "Harrison Bergeron" Comprehension questions and discussed main topics:
irony, satire, and theme.
3. Passed out graded "There Will Come Soft Rains" questions. Reviewed and discussed TONE and MOOD (in the poem within the story: "There Will Come Soft Rains" by Sara Teasdale) in class. Discussed theme of story.
Students who were unprepared took notes and will bring back completed work for partial grade.
Tuesday, September 18, 2012
Tuesday, September 18, 2012.
Periods 1 - 3
1. SSR and LOG
2. Vocabulary PSAT List #1 Review
3. PSAT Voc.Quiz 1
4. Work on "There Will Come Soft Rains" comprehension questions. Old book: pg. 87; New text: pg. 324 (Go to My.hrw.com Username: nterry68 Password: p3x6x to access book online. Complete for HOMEWORK.
Periods 5-7
1. Discussed Tone in literature. Students viewed clip on Farenheit 451 that expresses Bradbury's angry tone when speaking about the burning of the books. Bradbury's attitude and love toward books is expressed in this scene with an angry protagonist berating a naive conformist. Passed out handout on "Voice in Writing--A Writer's Fingerprint."
2. Picked up homework questions for "There Will Come Soft Rains"
3. Discussed how life experiences influenced Bradbury's writing and how writing helped him come to terms with traumatic experience with John Houston while in Ireland.
4. Completed film and reviewed film questions. Keep questions for further study.
Periods 1 - 3
1. SSR and LOG
2. Vocabulary PSAT List #1 Review
3. PSAT Voc.Quiz 1
4. Work on "There Will Come Soft Rains" comprehension questions. Old book: pg. 87; New text: pg. 324 (Go to My.hrw.com Username: nterry68 Password: p3x6x to access book online. Complete for HOMEWORK.
Periods 5-7
1. Discussed Tone in literature. Students viewed clip on Farenheit 451 that expresses Bradbury's angry tone when speaking about the burning of the books. Bradbury's attitude and love toward books is expressed in this scene with an angry protagonist berating a naive conformist. Passed out handout on "Voice in Writing--A Writer's Fingerprint."
2. Picked up homework questions for "There Will Come Soft Rains"
3. Discussed how life experiences influenced Bradbury's writing and how writing helped him come to terms with traumatic experience with John Houston while in Ireland.
4. Completed film and reviewed film questions. Keep questions for further study.
Friday, September 14, 2012
Friday, September 14, 2012.
Female student survey in library today.
Periods 1-3
1. SSR and LOG
2. Vocabulary Review ( Place the word in the correct column: NOUN-VERB-ADJECT-ADVERB
3. Continue/begin actively reading "There Will Come Soft Rains" reviewing metaphors, similes, and personification.
4. Work on "TWCSR" questions.
HOMEWORK: STUDY FOR VOCABULARY QUIZ ON TUESDAY, 9/18. SEE WORD LIST ON WEDNESDAY BLOG 9/12/12
Periods 5-7
1. Read "There Will Come Soft Rains" pg. 324 in textbook (Go to My.hrw.com Username: nterry68 Password p3x6x to access book online)
2. Complete chart for metaphors, similes, personification.
3. Vocabulary quiz Lessons III and IV.
HOMEWORK:
A) Complete questions for "TWCSR" on a separate sheet of paper. Make sure you are answering these questions in complete sentences thoughtfully and neatly.
B) Complete Vocabulary Lesson V and Review Lesson VI. Due next Thursday 9/20
C) Check Gradespeed for missing assignments to make up next week ASAP !!
Female student survey in library today.
Periods 1-3
1. SSR and LOG
2. Vocabulary Review ( Place the word in the correct column: NOUN-VERB-ADJECT-ADVERB
3. Continue/begin actively reading "There Will Come Soft Rains" reviewing metaphors, similes, and personification.
4. Work on "TWCSR" questions.
HOMEWORK: STUDY FOR VOCABULARY QUIZ ON TUESDAY, 9/18. SEE WORD LIST ON WEDNESDAY BLOG 9/12/12
Periods 5-7
1. Read "There Will Come Soft Rains" pg. 324 in textbook (Go to My.hrw.com Username: nterry68 Password p3x6x to access book online)
2. Complete chart for metaphors, similes, personification.
3. Vocabulary quiz Lessons III and IV.
HOMEWORK:
A) Complete questions for "TWCSR" on a separate sheet of paper. Make sure you are answering these questions in complete sentences thoughtfully and neatly.
B) Complete Vocabulary Lesson V and Review Lesson VI. Due next Thursday 9/20
C) Check Gradespeed for missing assignments to make up next week ASAP !!
Thursday, September 13, 2012
Thursday, September 13, 2012.
Per. 1-3
1. SSR and LOG
2. Vocabulary review: See Wednesday, Sept. 12 blog for vocabulary words.
3. Complete film Ray Bradbury: An American Icon.
4. Begin reading "There Will Come Soft Rains" by Ray Bradbury, with recording, filling out sheet for similes, metaphors, and personification. p. 324 in new lit text.
Per. 5-7
1. Complete handout on Similes, Metaphors, and Personification by reading "There Will Come Soft Rains" by Ray Bradbury silently while vocabulary workbook is checked. (This story is in the lit book pg. 324 in case you want to work on this at home.)
2. Vocabulary review of Lessons III and IV, pp. 6-8 using randomization (cards on desk)
Per. 1-3
1. SSR and LOG
2. Vocabulary review: See Wednesday, Sept. 12 blog for vocabulary words.
3. Complete film Ray Bradbury: An American Icon.
4. Begin reading "There Will Come Soft Rains" by Ray Bradbury, with recording, filling out sheet for similes, metaphors, and personification. p. 324 in new lit text.
Per. 5-7
1. Complete handout on Similes, Metaphors, and Personification by reading "There Will Come Soft Rains" by Ray Bradbury silently while vocabulary workbook is checked. (This story is in the lit book pg. 324 in case you want to work on this at home.)
2. Vocabulary review of Lessons III and IV, pp. 6-8 using randomization (cards on desk)
Wednesday, September 12, 2012
Wednesday, September 12, 2012.
Periods 5-7:
1. Photos in Multipurpose Room. Distribute survey.
2. Discuss "Harrison Bergeron" Tone and Style.
3. Begin viewing Ray Bradbury: An American Icon." Take notes.
Periods 1-3
1. SSR and LOG
2. Photos in Multipurpose Room. Distribute survey.
3. Distributed vocabulary List #1 for study at home.
PSAT Vocabulary List #1
1. immerse- (v) to submerge; to engross or preoccupy
2. inept- (adj) inappropriate; clumsy, foolish
3. laconic- (adj) using few words
4. excruciating- (adj) intensely painful; agonizing
5. oration- (n) a formal speech or lecture
6. exuberant- (adj) full of unrestrained enthusiasm; lively, enthusiastic
7. loiter- (v) to stand around idly with no obvious purpose
8. adjacent- (adj) close to; next to
9. cherubic- (adj) sweet, innocent, resembling an angel
10. effusive- (adj) expressing emotion without restraint; gushy
11. aptly- (adv) appropriately, suitably, accurately
12. cuisine- (n) a style of cooking
13. alienate- (v) to make unfriendly or hostile where there had formerly been affection; to estrange
14. vie- (v) to strive for superiority or victory, to contend or compete
15. secluded- (adj) isolated, remote; removed or remote from others; solitary
We will review tomorrow.
4. Continued film Ray Bradbury: An American Icon.
Periods 5-7:
1. Photos in Multipurpose Room. Distribute survey.
2. Discuss "Harrison Bergeron" Tone and Style.
3. Begin viewing Ray Bradbury: An American Icon." Take notes.
Periods 1-3
1. SSR and LOG
2. Photos in Multipurpose Room. Distribute survey.
3. Distributed vocabulary List #1 for study at home.
PSAT Vocabulary List #1
1. immerse- (v) to submerge; to engross or preoccupy
2. inept- (adj) inappropriate; clumsy, foolish
3. laconic- (adj) using few words
4. excruciating- (adj) intensely painful; agonizing
5. oration- (n) a formal speech or lecture
6. exuberant- (adj) full of unrestrained enthusiasm; lively, enthusiastic
7. loiter- (v) to stand around idly with no obvious purpose
8. adjacent- (adj) close to; next to
9. cherubic- (adj) sweet, innocent, resembling an angel
10. effusive- (adj) expressing emotion without restraint; gushy
11. aptly- (adv) appropriately, suitably, accurately
12. cuisine- (n) a style of cooking
13. alienate- (v) to make unfriendly or hostile where there had formerly been affection; to estrange
14. vie- (v) to strive for superiority or victory, to contend or compete
15. secluded- (adj) isolated, remote; removed or remote from others; solitary
We will review tomorrow.
4. Continued film Ray Bradbury: An American Icon.
Monday, September 10, 2012
Friday, September 7, 2012
Friday, Sept. 7, 2012.
CP English 2 Periods 5 and 7
1. Vocabulary Quiz Lessons I and II.
2. "Harrison Bergeron" Comprehension/Critical Thinking Questions. If you do not complete these, complete them for homework.
NOTE: Monday, Sept. 10: Summer Reading TEST!! Watership Down and Running Loose or if you read the academic level You Don't Know Me, you should have read one more novel: Running Loose. Bring your study guide questions completed.
Vocabulary for next week: Lessons III and IV. (Due Thursday 9/13).
Academic English 2 Periods 1-3
1. SSR and log.
2. Vocabulary review for words from "Harrison Bergeron."
3. Vocabulary quiz over words (See yesterday's log).
4. "Harrison Bergeron" reading check quiz.
Note: Summer Reading TEST (You Don't Know Me):
Monday, September 24, 2012. Make sure you are reading at home if you have not completed this novel.
CP English 2 Periods 5 and 7
1. Vocabulary Quiz Lessons I and II.
2. "Harrison Bergeron" Comprehension/Critical Thinking Questions. If you do not complete these, complete them for homework.
NOTE: Monday, Sept. 10: Summer Reading TEST!! Watership Down and Running Loose or if you read the academic level You Don't Know Me, you should have read one more novel: Running Loose. Bring your study guide questions completed.
Vocabulary for next week: Lessons III and IV. (Due Thursday 9/13).
Academic English 2 Periods 1-3
1. SSR and log.
2. Vocabulary review for words from "Harrison Bergeron."
3. Vocabulary quiz over words (See yesterday's log).
4. "Harrison Bergeron" reading check quiz.
Note: Summer Reading TEST (You Don't Know Me):
Monday, September 24, 2012. Make sure you are reading at home if you have not completed this novel.
Thursday, September 6, 2012
Thursday, Sept. 6, 2012 Early dismissal for Open House.
Thursday, Sept. 6, 2012: Early Dismissal due to Open House
English 2 CP Periods 5 & 7
Completed reading of "Harrison Bergeron." (Per. 7 did not finish the reading.) Homework check for vocabulary completion and then students graded Vocabulary Lessons I and II in their workbooks.
HOMEWORK:
a) Study the twenty (20) words in Lessons I and II. Know the vocabulary from "Harrison Bergeron." (oppression, calibrated, consternation, cower, hindrance, luminous, synchronize, vigilance, wince, symmetry). Make sure you know how to use the words in a sentence.
Quiz tomorrow, 9/7.
b) Don't forget to complete study questions for summer reading novels Watership Down and Running Loose. TEST: Monday, September 10.
c) Due Thursday of next week 9/13: Vocabulary Lessons III and IV. Please come to class prepared with your completed workbook pages.
English 2: Periods 1-3
1. SSR and log
2. Complete reading of "Harrison Bergeron."
HOMEWORK: Study ten (10) vocabulary words from list (oppression, calibrated, consternation, cower, hindrance, luminous, synchronize, vigilance, wince, symmetry) for "Harrison Bergeron." : Quiz tomorrow (Friday 9/7).
Thursday, Sept. 6, 2012: Early Dismissal due to Open House
English 2 CP Periods 5 & 7
Completed reading of "Harrison Bergeron." (Per. 7 did not finish the reading.) Homework check for vocabulary completion and then students graded Vocabulary Lessons I and II in their workbooks.
HOMEWORK:
a) Study the twenty (20) words in Lessons I and II. Know the vocabulary from "Harrison Bergeron." (oppression, calibrated, consternation, cower, hindrance, luminous, synchronize, vigilance, wince, symmetry). Make sure you know how to use the words in a sentence.
Quiz tomorrow, 9/7.
b) Don't forget to complete study questions for summer reading novels Watership Down and Running Loose. TEST: Monday, September 10.
c) Due Thursday of next week 9/13: Vocabulary Lessons III and IV. Please come to class prepared with your completed workbook pages.
English 2: Periods 1-3
1. SSR and log
2. Complete reading of "Harrison Bergeron."
HOMEWORK: Study ten (10) vocabulary words from list (oppression, calibrated, consternation, cower, hindrance, luminous, synchronize, vigilance, wince, symmetry) for "Harrison Bergeron." : Quiz tomorrow (Friday 9/7).
Wednesday, September 5, 2012
CP PERIODS 5 AND 7
Tuesday, September 4, 2012.
1. Pop quiz on "The Interlopers." Discussed "The Interlopers" step by step using plot diagram.
2. Analyzed irony in "One Tin Soldier." (Played song for class.)
Wednesday, September 5, 2012
1. Reviewed vocabulary for "Harrison Bergeron." Know these words by Friday. Discuss dystopia and utopia, oppression, and totalitarian government. Passed out literary terms reviewed last week: elements of plot, conflict (external: man vs. society), theme, and static / dynamic character.
2. Begin reading "Harrison Bergeron." Use active reading strategies and discuss inferences the reader needs to make about totalitarian government, conformity, rebellion, and equality. Discuss satire, and Vonnegut's attempt at poking fun at societal flaws.
2. Picked up plot diagrams for "The Interlopers." Picked up late Bio-card projects. Tomorrow last day to turn in for full grade.
3. HOMEWORK: Manter Hall Vocabulary Lessons I and II due tomorrow. You must come prepared for class, for we will review answers to workbook.
ACADEMIC ENGLISH 2 PERIODS 1-3
Tuesday, Sept. 4, 2012
1. SSR Log in page and summary.
2. Picked up Bio Card project.
3. "Little Red Riding Hood" Analysis of plot, theme, character, and point of view. Filled out graphic organizer.
Wednesday, Sept. 5, 2012.
1. SSR Log in page and summary. There will be a log check on Friday.
2. Pass out vocabulary (10 words) for story. Begin reading "Harrison Bergeron." Use active reading and "Think Aloud" as reading strategies.
Tuesday, September 4, 2012.
1. Pop quiz on "The Interlopers." Discussed "The Interlopers" step by step using plot diagram.
2. Analyzed irony in "One Tin Soldier." (Played song for class.)
Wednesday, September 5, 2012
1. Reviewed vocabulary for "Harrison Bergeron." Know these words by Friday. Discuss dystopia and utopia, oppression, and totalitarian government. Passed out literary terms reviewed last week: elements of plot, conflict (external: man vs. society), theme, and static / dynamic character.
2. Begin reading "Harrison Bergeron." Use active reading strategies and discuss inferences the reader needs to make about totalitarian government, conformity, rebellion, and equality. Discuss satire, and Vonnegut's attempt at poking fun at societal flaws.
2. Picked up plot diagrams for "The Interlopers." Picked up late Bio-card projects. Tomorrow last day to turn in for full grade.
3. HOMEWORK: Manter Hall Vocabulary Lessons I and II due tomorrow. You must come prepared for class, for we will review answers to workbook.
ACADEMIC ENGLISH 2 PERIODS 1-3
Tuesday, Sept. 4, 2012
1. SSR Log in page and summary.
2. Picked up Bio Card project.
3. "Little Red Riding Hood" Analysis of plot, theme, character, and point of view. Filled out graphic organizer.
Wednesday, Sept. 5, 2012.
1. SSR Log in page and summary. There will be a log check on Friday.
2. Pass out vocabulary (10 words) for story. Begin reading "Harrison Bergeron." Use active reading and "Think Aloud" as reading strategies.
Thursday, April 19, 2012
Thursday, April 19, 2012.
CP Period 7:
1) Check Vocabulary Lesson XXV (25).
Read ACT III to...
Academic English Periods 1-5
We read The Tragedy of Othello ACT III
Period 1: Scene 3 pp. 169, line 400 pg. 169
Period 2: Scene 4, line 75. Pp. 154-181.
Period 3: Completed all of Scene 3 to page 173
Period 5: Scene 3 , line 325 p. 163
If you are absent, access the play online on No-Fear Shakespeare translated text. sfgrai
NOTES: Allusion: a reference to a historical or literary person, place, thing, or event with which the reader is assumed to be familiar.
In ACT II: Hydra: in Greek mythology, a nine-headed serpent that was killed by Hercules: "Had I as many mouths as Hydra, such an answer would stop them all" (II.3.304-305).
In ACT III: Chaos, according to Greek mythology, was the dark and silent abyss which gave birth to Night and to Erebus, the fathomless dwelling place of death: "...Perdition catch my soul. But I do love thee! and when I love thee not, Chaos is come again (III.3.90-91)
In ACT III: Diana, in Roman mythology, was the virgin goddess of the moon and the hunt: [Her] name, that was as fresh As Dian's visage, is now begrim'd and black As mine own face. (III.3.386-387)
CP Period 7:
1) Check Vocabulary Lesson XXV (25).
Read ACT III to...
Academic English Periods 1-5
We read The Tragedy of Othello ACT III
Period 1: Scene 3 pp. 169, line 400 pg. 169
Period 2: Scene 4, line 75. Pp. 154-181.
Period 3: Completed all of Scene 3 to page 173
Period 5: Scene 3 , line 325 p. 163
If you are absent, access the play online on No-Fear Shakespeare translated text. sfgrai
NOTES: Allusion: a reference to a historical or literary person, place, thing, or event with which the reader is assumed to be familiar.
In ACT II: Hydra: in Greek mythology, a nine-headed serpent that was killed by Hercules: "Had I as many mouths as Hydra, such an answer would stop them all" (II.3.304-305).
In ACT III: Chaos, according to Greek mythology, was the dark and silent abyss which gave birth to Night and to Erebus, the fathomless dwelling place of death: "...Perdition catch my soul. But I do love thee! and when I love thee not, Chaos is come again (III.3.90-91)
In ACT III: Diana, in Roman mythology, was the virgin goddess of the moon and the hunt: [Her] name, that was as fresh As Dian's visage, is now begrim'd and black As mine own face. (III.3.386-387)
Wednesday, April 18, 2012
Tuesday, April 17, 2012
Monday, April 16, 2012
lete questions for ACT II.
Friday, April 13, 2012
Friday, April 13, 2012. Advocacy
CP English Period 7:
1) Vocabulary Quiz 23 XXIII.
2) Draw an illustration of any scene in The Tragedy of Othello ACT II.
Vocabulary for next week: Lesson XXV (25). Due Thursday.
Academic English Periods 1-5:
Vocabulary Quiz 5 "Business"
Draw an illustration of any scene in The Tragedy of Othello ACT II.
CP English Period 7:
1) Vocabulary Quiz 23 XXIII.
2) Draw an illustration of any scene in The Tragedy of Othello ACT II.
Vocabulary for next week: Lesson XXV (25). Due Thursday.
Academic English Periods 1-5:
Vocabulary Quiz 5 "Business"
Draw an illustration of any scene in The Tragedy of Othello ACT II.
Thursday, April 12, 2012
Thursday, April 12, 2012.
CP English Period 7:
Check Vocabulary Lesson 23 XXIII for a homework grade. Quiz tomorrow. Bring props for extra credit.
Read The Tragedy of Othello: ACT 2 to page 112 (ACT II.111.155).
English 2B Academic classes Periods 1-5:
Complete reading of The Tragedy of Othello ACT II. Study vocabulary lesson 5 Business for quiz tomorrow.
CP English Period 7:
Check Vocabulary Lesson 23 XXIII for a homework grade. Quiz tomorrow. Bring props for extra credit.
Read The Tragedy of Othello: ACT 2 to page 112 (ACT II.111.155).
English 2B Academic classes Periods 1-5:
Complete reading of The Tragedy of Othello ACT II. Study vocabulary lesson 5 Business for quiz tomorrow.
Wednesday, April 11, 2012
Wednesday, April 11, 2012.
CP English Period 7: The Tragedy of Othello: We finished ACT I beginning on page 62 (beginning ACT I,Scene 3, line 250) and read through ACT II to page 95 (ACT II, Scene 1, line 225). Your peers turned in ACT I packet, with the cover picture, questions, and handout as the last sheet.
Don't forget to bring homework: Vocabulary Lesson XXIII (23) completed for grading in class.
Academic English Periods 1-5:
The Tragedy of Othello: Read ACT II to page 108
Turn in ACT I packet, with the cover picture, questions, and handout as the last sheet.
CP English Period 7: The Tragedy of Othello: We finished ACT I beginning on page 62 (beginning ACT I,Scene 3, line 250) and read through ACT II to page 95 (ACT II, Scene 1, line 225). Your peers turned in ACT I packet, with the cover picture, questions, and handout as the last sheet.
Don't forget to bring homework: Vocabulary Lesson XXIII (23) completed for grading in class.
Academic English Periods 1-5:
The Tragedy of Othello: Read ACT II to page 108
Turn in ACT I packet, with the cover picture, questions, and handout as the last sheet.
Tuesday, April 10, 2012
Tuesday, April 10, 2012.
Academic English Periods 1-5
1) Complete Vocabulary Lesson 5: Business. Grade. Turn in. Quiz: Friday
2) The Tragedy of Othello: Complete questions for ACT I. I stamped the work from yesterday with April 9, 2012. Those who did nothing and were not absent, will receive a zero for a daily grade.
CP Advanced Period 7:
Review The Tragedy of Othello ACT I questions, turn in completed packet, and continue reading ACT II.
Academic English Periods 1-5
1) Complete Vocabulary Lesson 5: Business. Grade. Turn in. Quiz: Friday
2) The Tragedy of Othello: Complete questions for ACT I. I stamped the work from yesterday with April 9, 2012. Those who did nothing and were not absent, will receive a zero for a daily grade.
CP Advanced Period 7:
Review The Tragedy of Othello ACT I questions, turn in completed packet, and continue reading ACT II.
Monday, April 9, 2012.
Periods 1-3: Subsitute teacher.
The Tragedy of Othello: Complete ACT I questions. Follow directions given. You are responsible for the work during class.
Period 5: Othello questions completed. Draw picture of any scene in ACT I for homework.
Period 7: Complete questions for Othello ACT I (CP advanced handout).
Periods 1-3: Subsitute teacher.
The Tragedy of Othello: Complete ACT I questions. Follow directions given. You are responsible for the work during class.
Period 5: Othello questions completed. Draw picture of any scene in ACT I for homework.
Period 7: Complete questions for Othello ACT I (CP advanced handout).
Wednesday, April 4, 2012
Monday, April 2, 2012
Friday, March 30, 2012
Friday, March 30, 2012.
CP English Per. 7: Complete film clip over Othello. Study notes for quiz on Monday.
Vocabulary Quiz for Lesson 22 XXII will be on Monday also.
Academic English Periods 1, 3, and 5: Vocabulary Lesson 3 "Ment".
Complete viewing film on intro to Othello. Period 2 will have quiz on Monday, 4/2
CP English Per. 7: Complete film clip over Othello. Study notes for quiz on Monday.
Vocabulary Quiz for Lesson 22 XXII will be on Monday also.
Academic English Periods 1, 3, and 5: Vocabulary Lesson 3 "Ment".
Complete viewing film on intro to Othello. Period 2 will have quiz on Monday, 4/2
Thursday, March 29, 2012
Thursday, March 29, 2012.
Complete Intro to Shakespeare film clip and begin video on intro to Othello. Take notes on note-taking, fill-in-the-blanks handout. Ask for handout when you return from absence.
Periods 2-5: Study for quiz over Lesson 3 "ment" tomorrow.
Period 7: Study 20 words from lesson XXII (22).
Complete Intro to Shakespeare film clip and begin video on intro to Othello. Take notes on note-taking, fill-in-the-blanks handout. Ask for handout when you return from absence.
Periods 2-5: Study for quiz over Lesson 3 "ment" tomorrow.
Period 7: Study 20 words from lesson XXII (22).
Wednesday, March 28, 2012.
Period 7: We checked Vocabulary Lesson XXII (22). Tomorrow we will have a guest writer, so we will not have time for vocabulary review.
Introduction to Shakespeare: United Streaming film clip. Standard Deviant Module 1. Access film clip from Bellaire libarary database. Click United Streaming and then type Shakespeare. Click on Module 1. Ask for Shakespeare handout when you return from absence.
Period 7: We checked Vocabulary Lesson XXII (22). Tomorrow we will have a guest writer, so we will not have time for vocabulary review.
Introduction to Shakespeare: United Streaming film clip. Standard Deviant Module 1. Access film clip from Bellaire libarary database. Click United Streaming and then type Shakespeare. Click on Module 1. Ask for Shakespeare handout when you return from absence.
Monday, March 26, 2012
Friday, March 23, 2012
Thursday, March 22, 2012.
CP Period 7
1) Check Manter Hall Vocabulary Lesson XXI for a homework grade.
2) I Had Seen Castles: Complete reading of novel. Discussed elements as we read along.
Academic English Periods 1-5
1) I Had Seen Castles: Complete reading of novel. Discuss novel as anti-war, a critcism of the government during WWII.
Make sure you study words for Voc. Lesson 2: Sequ: To follow.
CP Period 7
1) Check Manter Hall Vocabulary Lesson XXI for a homework grade.
2) I Had Seen Castles: Complete reading of novel. Discussed elements as we read along.
Academic English Periods 1-5
1) I Had Seen Castles: Complete reading of novel. Discuss novel as anti-war, a critcism of the government during WWII.
Make sure you study words for Voc. Lesson 2: Sequ: To follow.
Wednesday, March 21, 2012
Wednesday, March 21, 2012.
CP Period 7
Don't forget to bring Manter Hall Vocabulary Lesson XXI for a homework grade tomorrow.
Make sure you are working on your novel project which is due next Tuesday, 3/27.
Academic English Periods 1-5:
I Had Seen Castles: Read to page:
Per. 1: 78
Per. 2: 76
Per. 3: 79
Discuss symbolism of birds, castle, sheep, boys empty room.
CP Period 7
Don't forget to bring Manter Hall Vocabulary Lesson XXI for a homework grade tomorrow.
Make sure you are working on your novel project which is due next Tuesday, 3/27.
Academic English Periods 1-5:
I Had Seen Castles: Read to page:
Per. 1: 78
Per. 2: 76
Per. 3: 79
Discuss symbolism of birds, castle, sheep, boys empty room.
Tuesday, March 20, 2012.
Per. 7
1) I Had Seen Castles Pop Quiz 1 (1-10)
2) Read I Had Seen Castles to page 52
Academic English 2 Per. 1-5
1) Complete Vocabulary Exercise 2: "Sequ" Latin root "to follow." Grade in class. Quiz Friday.
2) Read I Had Seen Castles to page:
Per. 1: 52; Per. 2: 59; Per. 3: 52; Per. 5: 52
TEST OVER I HAD SEEN CASTLES:
PER. 1, 3, 5, 7: MONDAY, MARCH 26
PER. 2: TUESDAY, MARCH 27
Per. 7
1) I Had Seen Castles Pop Quiz 1 (1-10)
2) Read I Had Seen Castles to page 52
Academic English 2 Per. 1-5
1) Complete Vocabulary Exercise 2: "Sequ" Latin root "to follow." Grade in class. Quiz Friday.
2) Read I Had Seen Castles to page:
Per. 1: 52; Per. 2: 59; Per. 3: 52; Per. 5: 52
TEST OVER I HAD SEEN CASTLES:
PER. 1, 3, 5, 7: MONDAY, MARCH 26
PER. 2: TUESDAY, MARCH 27
Monday, March 19, 2012
Monday, March 19, 2012.
Per. 7:
1. Vocabulary Quiz XX (20).
2. I Had Seen Castles: Read to page 40.
Academic English 2B Periods 1-5 :
I Had Seen Castles: Review questions 1-40 in reading guide.
Per. 1: Answered questions to # 40. Read pp. 41-47.
Per. 2: Answered questions to # 47. Read to pg. 52
Per. 3: Answered questions to # 40. Read to pg. 44
Per. 5: Answered questions to # 31. Students worked in silence. Did not read.
Per. 7:
1. Vocabulary Quiz XX (20).
2. I Had Seen Castles: Read to page 40.
Academic English 2B Periods 1-5 :
I Had Seen Castles: Review questions 1-40 in reading guide.
Per. 1: Answered questions to # 40. Read pp. 41-47.
Per. 2: Answered questions to # 47. Read to pg. 52
Per. 3: Answered questions to # 40. Read to pg. 44
Per. 5: Answered questions to # 31. Students worked in silence. Did not read.
Friday, March 9, 2012
Thursday, March 8, 2012
Thursday, March 8, 2012
1) Review vocabulary words Manter Hall Lesson XX (20). Quiz, Monday, 3/19
2) Read I Had Seen Castles to pg. 24 silently...then read out loud to page: 26. Discuss CASTLE as a symbol of the narrator's childhood.
3) Passed out WWII novel project:
a. Create a nice coversheet. Include the title, author, your name, date, period. Decorating this cover sheet is optional and will count up to five extra points.
b. Complete items 1, 11, 14, 15, and 18. Type all work.
c. Staple project sheet as your last sheet. Do not place project in folder, plastic holder, etc. Just staple neatly in booklet-type style.
Academic English 2B: Per. 1-5:
Read I had Seen Castles pp. 24-40
Study for Vocabulary Quiz over "Scribe-Script" handout tomorrow, Friday, 3/9
1) Review vocabulary words Manter Hall Lesson XX (20). Quiz, Monday, 3/19
2) Read I Had Seen Castles to pg. 24 silently...then read out loud to page: 26. Discuss CASTLE as a symbol of the narrator's childhood.
3) Passed out WWII novel project:
a. Create a nice coversheet. Include the title, author, your name, date, period. Decorating this cover sheet is optional and will count up to five extra points.
b. Complete items 1, 11, 14, 15, and 18. Type all work.
c. Staple project sheet as your last sheet. Do not place project in folder, plastic holder, etc. Just staple neatly in booklet-type style.
Academic English 2B: Per. 1-5:
Read I had Seen Castles pp. 24-40
Study for Vocabulary Quiz over "Scribe-Script" handout tomorrow, Friday, 3/9
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