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.