Thursday 12.21.17: Homework

Block E:

Write a 3-2-1 response on what we’ve read thus far
in “On the Rainy River.”(3 observations, 2 questions, and 1 opinion).

Block A:

Choice piece (inspired by Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind) due by 7am Friday!

Blocks F and B:

Creative Writing

Here's a link to Andrew Stanton's TED talk that we watched today. (The talk begins with an inappropriate joke, so feel free to fast-forward to the 1:15 mark)

Tuesday 12.19.17

B block:
Respond to the questions on the story "Notes" for tomorrow.

C Block:
1. Study for tomorrow's vocabulary quiz.
2. Write a one-pager on the film Moonrise Kingdom for tomorrow. Here are some things to consider:

Block E:
1. Fill out the pie chart on "The Things They Carried" story. Be sure to include specific quotes and story details in your response.

Block F:
Respond to the story "In the Field" using the handout I gave you in class today. Refer to the text as you write your response.

Monday 12.18.17: Homework

Block E:
"The Things I Carry" personal essay is due tomorrow. Please bring a printed copy with you to class to turn in.

Block F:
Complete the reading record and questions for "Notes" tonight.

Block A:
Find and read a film review on Eternal Sunshine. Cite the source, and pull 3-5 sentences out of the review that resonate with you. Be ready to write about what you found tomorrow.

In addition, you should begin to brainstorm ideas for this week's Choice piece, which will be inspired by the film and our discussion of story structure. Your choice piece will be due on Thursday.

Friday 12.15.17: Homework

Block F:
Finish reading "Speaking of Courage" for Monday.

Block A:
Take some time this weekend to write down your questions, observations, and connections from what we've watched thus far in Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind. So far, does it seem that a spotless mind brings eternal sunshine?

Block B:
Finish reading "Speaking of Courage."
If you did not finish your "star" chart on the interview, "The Man I Killed," and "Ambush," do so this weekend as well!

Block C:
Study for Wednesday's vocabulary quiz.
We'll finish the film Moonrise Kingdom on Tuesday.

Thursday 12.14.17: Homework

Block A:
Update your notes from the part of the film we watched today. What do you notice thus far about story structure? Be specific and pay attention to the details!

Block B:
Revise your "Things I Carry" essay using the new mentor text by Tyler G. as inspiration (HERE's a copy). Consider adding more detail and voice to your piece. 

Block C:
Your revised Room Comparative essay is due to TURNITIN.COM by tomorrow. If you need help signing in to our class on Turnitin, see yesterday's post.

Block E:
Complete your own version of "The Things I Carry" essay and upload it to the Google classroom by Tuesday. If you need some inspiration, check out THIS student's version of the essay.

Wednesday 12.13.17: Homework

Block C:
Please upload your Room Comparative essay revisions to TURNITIN.com.

The class ID code to join is: 16959289              The password is Englishrocks

Block E:
Study for your vocabulary quiz tomorrow! Really, it's tomorrow.

Block F:
Complete the "Star" organizer using important language, ideas, and motifs found in "The Man I Killed," "Ambush," and the interview we watched with Tim O'Brien and Nate Fick. If you want to watch any part of the interview again, you can do so BELOW:

Also, be sure to print out your revised copy of "The Things I Carry" personal essay due on Friday.