Thursday, December 16, 2010
Wed., Dec. 15 Thurs. Dec. 16, 2010 7 Fri. Dec 17, 2010
We discussed the best way to approach a multiple choice exam. The students then were given the questions for their class novel (Fried Green Tomatoes at the Whistle Stop Cafe), which were handed out after their exam on Monday. Due to time constraints (the snow days), they only have to do the even questions. these will be due on January 10 (their independent novel study is due January 3). The date (January 10) was chosen to give you time to read the book and answer the questions, if needed, during the week after Xmas.
Tuesday, December 14, 2010
Tuesday, December 14, 2010
Today, you wrote your unit exam for Macbeth. If you were not here, you need to make arrangements with me to write it ASAP.
Monday, December 13, 2010
Monday, December 13, 2010
Today, we watched the rest of Macbeth and then planned out the rest of the classes until the holidays. Tomorrow, you will write a comprehension exam (M.C.) on Macbeth as well as general reading of Shakespearean language.
Wednesday, December 8, 2010
Wednesday, December 8 & Thursday, December 9
We will finish reading Macbeth and answering the questions - which are all due on Monday (Acts 1 thru 5). I have pasted the Act 5 questions below.
Macbeth Act V Questions
Act V Scene 1
When did Lady Macbeth cease to take part in the action of the play?
How has she changed since then?
What is the doctor’s diagnosis of her condition, its causes, its nature?
Has the sleep walking scene been foreshadowed? Explain.
Has Macbeth been disturbed in his sleep because of his crimes?
Act V Scene 2
What information is given in Scene 2 of the English power?
What are Macbeth’s plans for defense?
What is said of Macbeth’s mental and emotional condition?
Act V Scene 3
Upon what does Macbeth rely at this time to make him feel safe?
Is Hecate’s plan being fulfilled? Explain.
How does Macbeth treat his attendants?
Explain what is meant by “lily-livered” and “linen cheeks”.
Explain “This push will cheer me ever, or disseat me now.”
Is there any pathos here? What is Macbeth’s punishment?
What is Macbeth’s description of a mind diseased? Its cure?
Act V Scenes 4 and 5
What is the effect on Macbeth of the news of Lady Macbeth’s death?
What causes his return to desperation and despair?
Act V Scenes 6 and 7
What is the value or purpose of this succession of short scenes?
Why is Macbeth allowed to be victor over young Siward?
Act V Scene 8
What is the effect on the audience of this renewal of Macbeth’s bravery?
How does he conduct himself when he learns that the “juggling fiends” have betrayed him altogether?
How does Siward take the news of his son’s death (how does he comfort himself)?
Why does Macbeth die at Macduff’s rather than at Malcolm’s hand?
Does the audience witness the death of Macbeth?
How is the death made known?
Macbeth Act V Questions
Act V Scene 1
When did Lady Macbeth cease to take part in the action of the play?
How has she changed since then?
What is the doctor’s diagnosis of her condition, its causes, its nature?
Has the sleep walking scene been foreshadowed? Explain.
Has Macbeth been disturbed in his sleep because of his crimes?
Act V Scene 2
What information is given in Scene 2 of the English power?
What are Macbeth’s plans for defense?
What is said of Macbeth’s mental and emotional condition?
Act V Scene 3
Upon what does Macbeth rely at this time to make him feel safe?
Is Hecate’s plan being fulfilled? Explain.
How does Macbeth treat his attendants?
Explain what is meant by “lily-livered” and “linen cheeks”.
Explain “This push will cheer me ever, or disseat me now.”
Is there any pathos here? What is Macbeth’s punishment?
What is Macbeth’s description of a mind diseased? Its cure?
Act V Scenes 4 and 5
What is the effect on Macbeth of the news of Lady Macbeth’s death?
What causes his return to desperation and despair?
Act V Scenes 6 and 7
What is the value or purpose of this succession of short scenes?
Why is Macbeth allowed to be victor over young Siward?
Act V Scene 8
What is the effect on the audience of this renewal of Macbeth’s bravery?
How does he conduct himself when he learns that the “juggling fiends” have betrayed him altogether?
How does Siward take the news of his son’s death (how does he comfort himself)?
Why does Macbeth die at Macduff’s rather than at Malcolm’s hand?
Does the audience witness the death of Macbeth?
How is the death made known?
Tuesday, December 7, 2010
Tuesday, December 7, 2010
Today, you wrote a rewrite terminology quiz. We then read most of Act 4. We stopped on page 201 (Act 4, scene five, line 190).
Monday, December 6, 2010
Monday, December 6, 2010
Today, we read all of Act III of Macbeth. The questions are posted below. All questions for Macbeth will be due on Monday, December 13.
Macbeth Questions
Act III Scene 1
What is Banquo’s opinion of Macbeth’s conduct?
Knowing what he did, what was Banquo’s duty?
Has he done it? Why or why not?
What does he say of the prediction of the weird sisters concerning himself and of the prospect of its being fulfilled?
What invitation does Macbeth give Banquo?
What was Macbeth’s reason for asking Banquo, “Ride you this afternoon?”
What does Macbeth say of “our bloody cousins”?
Why does he speak of them?
When all have retired except an attendant, what does Macbeth say to the attendant?
What does he ask concerning Fleance?
From Macbeth’s manner, has any change taken place in him?
Had Macbeth already been planning the murder of Banquo?
In soliloquy what does Macbeth reveal about his plans and purposes?
What is his analysis of Banquo’s character?
What arguments does Macbeth use to induce the murderers to kill Banquo?
What are his final instructions, especially with regard to Fleance?
With what reflection does the scene close?
Act III Scene 2
What is Lady Macbeth’s philosophy of life as shown in her words to Macbeth?
From her remarks on Macbeth’s entrance, what is suggested as to his emotional condition?
What does Macbeth mean by line 13: “We have scotched the snake, etc.”?
What is the dramatic significance of Macbeth’s reference to Duncan?
What expressions of affection for his wife does Macbeth give?
What does Macbeth say about hypocrisy?
What does he say about his mental anguish?
What quick change takes place in Macbeth?
Does Macbeth tell Lady Macbeth his plans?
What awful apostrophe to seeing nights does Macbeth now make?
What does this symbolize?
Act III Scene 3
What do you infer as to who is the third murderer from the fact that the third murderer is familiar with the plan, the palace, and the habits of Banquo?
Does the second murderer mistrust Macbeth? Explain.
What is the dramatic significance that Fleance escapes?
What is the meaning of the second murderers remark, “We have lost the best half of our affair.”?
Act III Scene 4
What does Macbeth mean by “’Tis better thee without than he within.”?
What is the effect on Macbeth, as revealed in Aside, of the fact that Fleance
escaped?
What is the effect on Macbeth of the appearance of the ghost?
How does Lady Macbeth explain Macbeth’s actions and words?
What does Macbeth say after the ghost vanishes the first time?
What causes the ghost to re-enter?
What in both cases summoned the ghost?
What does Macbeth say to the ghost on its re-appearance?
What action does Lady Macbeth take?
Where has Lennox been seen before?
After the company has departed, what does Lady Macbeth say about Macduff?
Does Lady Macbeth taunt or chide Macbeth after the guests depart?
What part in the play does she have after this?
What is the significance of Macbeth’s words in lines 166-170: “I am in blood…”?
What is the meaning of Macbeth’s last words in this scene?
Act III Scene 5
Have the lines 30-33: “He shall spurn fate, scorn death, and bear his hopes ‘bove wisdom, grace and fear…” been fulfilled in the rest of the play?
What does Hecate say is mortal’s chiefest enemy? Is it true in Macbeth’s case?
Act III Scene 6
What is the nature of this scene?
What is the tone of Lennox’s remarks?
What evidence is there that changes begin to take place in Scotland?
What is the character of Macduff?
What is the nature of the information given in this scene?
Macbeth Questions
Act III Scene 1
What is Banquo’s opinion of Macbeth’s conduct?
Knowing what he did, what was Banquo’s duty?
Has he done it? Why or why not?
What does he say of the prediction of the weird sisters concerning himself and of the prospect of its being fulfilled?
What invitation does Macbeth give Banquo?
What was Macbeth’s reason for asking Banquo, “Ride you this afternoon?”
What does Macbeth say of “our bloody cousins”?
Why does he speak of them?
When all have retired except an attendant, what does Macbeth say to the attendant?
What does he ask concerning Fleance?
From Macbeth’s manner, has any change taken place in him?
Had Macbeth already been planning the murder of Banquo?
In soliloquy what does Macbeth reveal about his plans and purposes?
What is his analysis of Banquo’s character?
What arguments does Macbeth use to induce the murderers to kill Banquo?
What are his final instructions, especially with regard to Fleance?
With what reflection does the scene close?
Act III Scene 2
What is Lady Macbeth’s philosophy of life as shown in her words to Macbeth?
From her remarks on Macbeth’s entrance, what is suggested as to his emotional condition?
What does Macbeth mean by line 13: “We have scotched the snake, etc.”?
What is the dramatic significance of Macbeth’s reference to Duncan?
What expressions of affection for his wife does Macbeth give?
What does Macbeth say about hypocrisy?
What does he say about his mental anguish?
What quick change takes place in Macbeth?
Does Macbeth tell Lady Macbeth his plans?
What awful apostrophe to seeing nights does Macbeth now make?
What does this symbolize?
Act III Scene 3
What do you infer as to who is the third murderer from the fact that the third murderer is familiar with the plan, the palace, and the habits of Banquo?
Does the second murderer mistrust Macbeth? Explain.
What is the dramatic significance that Fleance escapes?
What is the meaning of the second murderers remark, “We have lost the best half of our affair.”?
Act III Scene 4
What does Macbeth mean by “’Tis better thee without than he within.”?
What is the effect on Macbeth, as revealed in Aside, of the fact that Fleance
escaped?
What is the effect on Macbeth of the appearance of the ghost?
How does Lady Macbeth explain Macbeth’s actions and words?
What does Macbeth say after the ghost vanishes the first time?
What causes the ghost to re-enter?
What in both cases summoned the ghost?
What does Macbeth say to the ghost on its re-appearance?
What action does Lady Macbeth take?
Where has Lennox been seen before?
After the company has departed, what does Lady Macbeth say about Macduff?
Does Lady Macbeth taunt or chide Macbeth after the guests depart?
What part in the play does she have after this?
What is the significance of Macbeth’s words in lines 166-170: “I am in blood…”?
What is the meaning of Macbeth’s last words in this scene?
Act III Scene 5
Have the lines 30-33: “He shall spurn fate, scorn death, and bear his hopes ‘bove wisdom, grace and fear…” been fulfilled in the rest of the play?
What does Hecate say is mortal’s chiefest enemy? Is it true in Macbeth’s case?
Act III Scene 6
What is the nature of this scene?
What is the tone of Lennox’s remarks?
What evidence is there that changes begin to take place in Scotland?
What is the character of Macduff?
What is the nature of the information given in this scene?
Friday, December 3, 2010
Friday, December 3, 2010
Today, we read Act II of Macbeth. I then handed out questions for this act. These questions, as well as your act I questions, are all due on Monday. I have pasted the questions below for those who weren't here.
English 20-1
Macbeth: Questions
Act II
Act II Scene 1
At what time do the events of Act II take place?
What poetic description does Banquo, and later Macbeth, give of this time?
Is the time in harmony with the deed? Explain.
Why does Banquo take this time to give the diamond?
How does Banquo react against temptation as compared with Macbeth’s reaction?
What lines show the hypocrisy of Macbeth in this scene?
What dream did Banquo have?
What proposition did Macbeth make to Banquo?
Did Banquo accept it? Explain.
What is the result on Macbeth of Banquo’s decision?
What is Macbeth’s state of mind after he is left alone?
Who rang the bell?
Act II Scene II
Why did not Lady Macbeth kill the king?
Why did Macbeth bring back the daggers to Lady Macbeth?
Why did not the grooms awaken?
How does Lady Macbeth taunt Macbeth when he refused to return the daggers?
Who returned the daggers?
What did she say to soothe him?
What pun does she make before going to return the daggers?
Quote the famous passage that describes bloody hands.
When Lady Macbeth returns, what does she say to infuse courage into Macbeth?
Are Macbeth’s last words in the scene sincere? Explain.
Act II Scene 3
What is the purpose of introducing the Porter scene?
Who now enters?
What is the significance of the storm?
What is Macbeth’s mental and emotional condition on his entrance?
What is the effect of the news of Duncan’s murder on Macduff?
What is the effect of the news of Duncan’s murder on Macduff?
What is the effect on Banquo?
What is the effect on Malcolm and Donaldbain?
Why did Macbeth kills the grooms?
Act II Scene 4
What is the dramatic significance of the statement that Duncan’s horses ate each other?
Whom does Macduff charge with the murder of the king?
Did he really believe it, or was he concealing his own belief?
What dies he mean by “Lest our old robes sit easier than the new?”
How has fate aided Macbeth thus far?
How much of his prophecy has been fulfilled?
Has he waited for “chance to crown him”?
Why the information in this scene when it was known before?
English 20-1
Macbeth: Questions
Act II
Act II Scene 1
At what time do the events of Act II take place?
What poetic description does Banquo, and later Macbeth, give of this time?
Is the time in harmony with the deed? Explain.
Why does Banquo take this time to give the diamond?
How does Banquo react against temptation as compared with Macbeth’s reaction?
What lines show the hypocrisy of Macbeth in this scene?
What dream did Banquo have?
What proposition did Macbeth make to Banquo?
Did Banquo accept it? Explain.
What is the result on Macbeth of Banquo’s decision?
What is Macbeth’s state of mind after he is left alone?
Who rang the bell?
Act II Scene II
Why did not Lady Macbeth kill the king?
Why did Macbeth bring back the daggers to Lady Macbeth?
Why did not the grooms awaken?
How does Lady Macbeth taunt Macbeth when he refused to return the daggers?
Who returned the daggers?
What did she say to soothe him?
What pun does she make before going to return the daggers?
Quote the famous passage that describes bloody hands.
When Lady Macbeth returns, what does she say to infuse courage into Macbeth?
Are Macbeth’s last words in the scene sincere? Explain.
Act II Scene 3
What is the purpose of introducing the Porter scene?
Who now enters?
What is the significance of the storm?
What is Macbeth’s mental and emotional condition on his entrance?
What is the effect of the news of Duncan’s murder on Macduff?
What is the effect of the news of Duncan’s murder on Macduff?
What is the effect on Banquo?
What is the effect on Malcolm and Donaldbain?
Why did Macbeth kills the grooms?
Act II Scene 4
What is the dramatic significance of the statement that Duncan’s horses ate each other?
Whom does Macduff charge with the murder of the king?
Did he really believe it, or was he concealing his own belief?
What dies he mean by “Lest our old robes sit easier than the new?”
How has fate aided Macbeth thus far?
How much of his prophecy has been fulfilled?
Has he waited for “chance to crown him”?
Why the information in this scene when it was known before?
Thursday, December 2, 2010
Today, you wrote your quiz on Shakespearean language. You will do a rewrite of this on Monday. Make sure you study.
We also finished reading the rest of Act I of Macbeth. The questions for this act are due on Monday.
We also finished reading the rest of Act I of Macbeth. The questions for this act are due on Monday.
Wednesday, December 1, 2010
Wednesday, December 1, 2010
Today, we watched Macbeth up to act one, scene 6. I then allowed the remainder of the class to work on your independent novel study as so many were away.
Tuesday, November 30, 2010
Tuesday, November 30, 2010
Today, we read Macbeth up to Act One, Scene 6 (page 49 in the text). If you were not here and haven't taken the play out of the library yet, it is available on the Internet. Read up to this part and also study the terminology I handed out last week for a quiz tomorrow.
Monday, November 29, 2010
Today, you watched the A&E special on Shakespeare and answered viewing questions.
Thursday, November 25, 2010
Thursday, November 25, 2010
Today, you went to the library and took out the play Macbeth. If you were not here, do this before our class on Monday.
I also handed out a list of terms to know and instructed the students to study it for a quiz on Monday (if you were not here, check your portfolio before lunch and study the terms then - there is not that many.
In addition, you need to study the dramatis personae for the quiz on Monday (who the characters are). You can do this by conducting an Internet search.
I then did a brief overview of the plot of the play (which can also be found using the Internet).
Finally, I explained iambic pentameter. Do an Internet search on this as well.
I also handed out a list of terms to know and instructed the students to study it for a quiz on Monday (if you were not here, check your portfolio before lunch and study the terms then - there is not that many.
In addition, you need to study the dramatis personae for the quiz on Monday (who the characters are). You can do this by conducting an Internet search.
I then did a brief overview of the plot of the play (which can also be found using the Internet).
Finally, I explained iambic pentameter. Do an Internet search on this as well.
Wednesday, November 24, 2010
Today, you wrote an in-class critique of the short story you created. You were then given the questions for the reading you analyzed yesterday. Finally you were given a reading to read before class tomorrow.
Tuesday, November 23, 2010
Tuesday, November 23, 2010
Today, you wrote your in-class, multiple choice unit exam for your short story unit. I then handed out an active reading assignment on a Shakespearean piece that you were to complete. This is due tomorrow.
Monday, November 22, 2010
Monday, November 22, 2010
Today, you wrote an in-class essay. If you were absent, you need to arrange a time in the next week to come in and write it.
Friday, November 19, 2010
Friday, November 19, 2010
Today, we discussed the previous essay you wrote and prepared for the next one, which will be on Monday. Be sure to study the short stories "The Late Man", and "Boys and Girls" as they will be your choices to write on.
Thursday, November 18, 2010
Thursday, November 18, 2010
Today we discussed the short stories "The Late Man", and "Boys and Girls". We marked them, but in a rather wholistic way. Tomorrow, we will further discuss them when we review how to approach essays in preparation for the unit in-class essay you will write on Monday.
Wednesday, November 17, 2010
Wednesday, November 17, 2010
Today, I reminded you to make sure your answers for "The Late Man" and for "Boys and Girls" are in so we can get them marked (your in-class essay is on Monday and your unit exam is on Tuesday). I then allowed you this class to work on your short story creation (due November 23).
Tuesday, November 16, 2010
Today, you answered questions about the short story "Boys and Girls". These must be handed in at the beginning of class tomorrow, or you will have to do an alternate assignment.
Monday, November 15, 2010
Monday, November 15, 2010
Today, we discussed stereotypes. I then assigned you to read "Boys and Girls" which starts on page 44 of your Viewpoints 11 book. This must be read for tomorrow.
Wednesday, November 10, 2010
Wednesday, November 10, 2010
Today, we discussed the short story "The Late Man." You were then given questions to answer that were to be answered fully and with extreme attention to spelling and grammar. These are to be handed in for Monday.
Tuesday, November 9, 2010
Tuesday, November 9, 2010
Today, we discussed your last assignment (Pixar). I then introduced surrealist writing to the you. I then gave you a short story to read ("The Late Man"). You are to have it read actively for tomorrow.
Monday, November 8, 2010
Today, we discussed the short story and what is contained in it. I then had you watch the Pixar short "The Adventures of Andre & WallyB." You then had to answer questions that tie to a short story (as this is a visual of one). This one was discussed fully to ensure you understood the process.
We then watched "For the Birds". For this one, you had to answer the questions and hand them in.
Keep in mind that you have a major assignment (your own generated short story) due on November 23. You will need to work on this on your own (class time will only be given for editing, not idea development).
We then watched "For the Birds". For this one, you had to answer the questions and hand them in.
Keep in mind that you have a major assignment (your own generated short story) due on November 23. You will need to work on this on your own (class time will only be given for editing, not idea development).
Tuesday, November 2, 2010
Friday, November 5, 2010
Today, you were given a handout of the major assignment you will be doing in this unit. It was discussed. In addition, you were given a booklet to actively read in class (highlight, paraphrase, define unfamiliar terms) which will be really important to you doing well on the major assignment.
Wednesday, November 3, 2010
Today, you wrote an in-class Critical response essay on the play The Glass Menagerie.
When finished, you need to study for tomorrow's exam (I handed out a sheet on what to study yesterday).
When finished, you need to study for tomorrow's exam (I handed out a sheet on what to study yesterday).
Tuesday, November 2, 2010
Today we finished watching The Glass Menagerie and then you were to finish answering the questions you were given yesterday. I then also gave you a handout on what to study for tomorrow and Thursday's exams.
Monday, November 1, 2010
Monday, November 1, 2010
Today, you answered three pre-viewing questions for the film The Glass Menagerie. We then watched the film for the duration of the class.
Friday, October 29, 2010
Friday, October 29, 2010
Today, you finished reading The Glass Menagerie. If you didn't finish the questions (most did) then they are to be completed by class on Monday.
Thursday, October 28, 2010
Thursday, October 28, 2010
Today, you continued reading The Glass Menagerie. Some of you have now finished and answered all the questions. If this is you, you will get tomorrow to work on your novel study assignment. If not, you have tomorrow to finish this unit up.
Wednesday, October 27, 2010
Wednesday, October 27, 2010
Today, the groups read further into the play The Glass Menagerie and answered questions. Many groups are now on Scene 6 (the last scene).
Tuesday, October 26, 2010
Tuesday, October 26, 2010
The students kept reading and answering questions for The Glass Menagerie. Zachary, your group finished reading scene 4, and answered about half the questions.
Friday, October 22, 2010
Friday, October 22, 2010
Today, you read Scene Two of The Glass Menagerie and answered questions for that act. Some groups, such as Sarah Janes are on Scene 4.
Thursday, October 21, 2010
Thursday, October 21, 2010
Today, you answered the rest of the questions about Scene One of The Glass Menagerie and handed them in. You then read Scene 2.
Wednesday, October 20, 2010
Tuesday, October 20, 2010
Today, you wrote a comprehension quiz on the readings you were given to prepare you to read and understand The Glass Menagerie. I then put you into reading groups. As a group, you were to read Scene One and then answer the questions provided, which are to be returned to me at the bell.
Tuesday, October 19, 2010
Tuesday, October 19, 2010
Today, I handed out a number of sheets on Tennessee Williams and the play The Glass Menagerie. You are to read them all, highlighting important information, and study them in preparation of reading this play. I may quiz you on the terms as well, so be sure you understand them.
Monday, October 18, 2010
Monday, October 18, 2010
Today, I discussed the steps that lead from Elizabethan theatre to modern drama. I then discussed Tennessee Williams, the playwright whose work we will be reading in this unit. If you were not here, the notes are in your portfolio.
Friday, October 15, 2010
Friday, October 15, 2010
Today, you wrote your poetry unit exam. On Monday, you will start your modern drama unit. I provided each of you with a reading from "Scenes from Soweto" to complete and answer questions on for Monday.
Thursday, October 14, 2010
Today, you wrote an in-class personal response essay. Tomorrow, you will be writing your poetry unit exam. Make sure you study.
Wednesday, October 13, 2010
Wednesday, October 13, 2010
Today, you received your work back as well as a copy of your marks. We then discussed how to write a personal response essay to make sure you understand the steps for tomorrow's in-class essay. Remember to study your terminology as you have your short answer/matching/muliple chioce/comprehension exam on Friday.
Tuesday, October 12, 2010
Today, we marked the answer for "The Furniture", "Prophet of a New World", and "The Taqlly Stick".
I also had a terminology sheet handed out that you are to study for your exams this week.
I also had a terminology sheet handed out that you are to study for your exams this week.
Thursday, October 7, 2010
Today, you were to read and analyze the poem "The Tally Stick" and then answer the questions once you finish. These are to be handed in on Tuesday.
Wednesday, October 6, 2010
Today, you were given questions to answer on the poem "Prophet of a New World". You were given class time to complete this.
If you finished early, you were given a list of what we have learned in this unit.
If you finished early, you were given a list of what we have learned in this unit.
Tuesday, October 5, 2010
Today, you handed in the questions for "The Furniture".
You then researched Louis Riel on the computer and wrote a critique on what you learned (an outline for the critique was handed out).
Once finished, you were given the poem "Prophet of the New World: A Poem for Voices" which you were to analyze fully using the steps provided.
This is due for tomorrow.
You then researched Louis Riel on the computer and wrote a critique on what you learned (an outline for the critique was handed out).
Once finished, you were given the poem "Prophet of the New World: A Poem for Voices" which you were to analyze fully using the steps provided.
This is due for tomorrow.
Monday, October 4, 2010
Monday, October 4, 2010
Today, students were to hand in the questions for the poem "Did I Miss Anything?"
They were then given the poem "The Furniture" by John Updike.
Their assignment was to fully analyze the poem and then answer the questions provided. These are due for tomorrow.
They were then given the poem "The Furniture" by John Updike.
Their assignment was to fully analyze the poem and then answer the questions provided. These are due for tomorrow.
Friday, October 1, 2010
Friday, october 1, 2010
Today, I handed out the poem“Did I Miss Anything?”
Students analyzed it on the page and added a theme
When they were finished, I handed out the questions (two sheets: one has lines from the poem: stanza four), which they are to have completed for Monday.
We also traded in our old Fit to Print texts for new ones. If you were not here, be sure to do this on Monday.
Students analyzed it on the page and added a theme
When they were finished, I handed out the questions (two sheets: one has lines from the poem: stanza four), which they are to have completed for Monday.
We also traded in our old Fit to Print texts for new ones. If you were not here, be sure to do this on Monday.
Thursday, September 30, 2010
Thursday, September 30, 2010
Today, we discussed the poem "Cyclops". I then handed out questions which you worked on as a small group. These are due today. I am also waiting for you to resubmit your Fit to Print article critique for pages 94 to 102. This must be completed for tomorrow.
Wednesday, September 29, 2010
Wednesday, September 29, 2010
Today, we finished up the poetry notes and then I gave a handout explaining how I want poetry analyzed. I then handed back your first article critique for Fit to Print. This is homework that needs to be fixed for tomorrow. You also had the poem "Cyclops" to analyze. This is also due tomorrow.
Tuesday, September 28, 2010
Tuesday, September 28, 2010
Today, I provided more notes on poetry, especially in metres and lines. If you were not here, these notes are in your portfolio.
Monday, September 27, 2010
Monday, September 27, 2010
Today, I presented notes using Powerpoint for the poetry unit. If you were not here, these are in your portfolio.
Thursday, September 23, 2010
Tuesday, September 21, 2010
Tuesday, September 21, 2010
Today, we discussed your in-class essays and the multiple choice exam you completed. Due to a low average, I am giving you a rewrite (using different stories) on Thursday.
For tomorrow, you are to read pages 94 to 102 in fit to print and write a chapter critique.
The information you need is below, but is not formatted. You will need to do this using a 12 point, Times New Roman Font. You will also need to bold the titles and subtitles, a remove the information in italics.
Chapter/Section Critique for Fit to Print
Complete Citation
Buckley, J. (1991). Chapter 11: The sentence simplified. Fit to print (2nd Ed.), (pp. 94 – 102). Toronto, Canada: Harcourt Brace Jovanovich Canada Inc.
Three sentence summary
Approximately 50 words to summarize the content and importance of the chapter or section
What?
In a series of point form observations, summarize the important points to remember from the article.
So What?
Use a brief paragraph or two to analyze the article and highlight the implications for personal practice.
For tomorrow, you are to read pages 94 to 102 in fit to print and write a chapter critique.
The information you need is below, but is not formatted. You will need to do this using a 12 point, Times New Roman Font. You will also need to bold the titles and subtitles, a remove the information in italics.
Chapter/Section Critique for Fit to Print
Complete Citation
Buckley, J. (1991). Chapter 11: The sentence simplified. Fit to print (2nd Ed.), (pp. 94 – 102). Toronto, Canada: Harcourt Brace Jovanovich Canada Inc.
Three sentence summary
Approximately 50 words to summarize the content and importance of the chapter or section
What?
In a series of point form observations, summarize the important points to remember from the article.
So What?
Use a brief paragraph or two to analyze the article and highlight the implications for personal practice.
Monday, September 20, 2010
Monday, September 20, 2010
Today, you wrote your multiple choice unit exam. Tomorrow, we start the poetry unit.
Friday, September 17, 2010
Friday, September 17, 2010
Today, you wrote your first in-class personal response (essay) as part of your essay unit. If you were not here, you will have to write this in your own time, either before or after school, next week. Keep in mind that your unit multiple choice exam is on Monday and that you need to focus on memorizing the terms you have received in this unit (handouts and lectures).
Thursday, September 16, 2010
Thursday, September 16, 2010
Today, we broke into groups and argued through the answers students had to "Parents are People..." The purpose was to reach consensus through respectful discussion. We also discussed your in class essay that you will do tomorrow and the exam you will do on Monday (MC unit exam). I handed out an excerpt that will save you reading time tomorrow. If you weren't here, it will be attached to the essay question.
Wednesday, September 15, 2010
Wednesday, September 15, 2010
Today, you answered the multiple choice questions for Parents as People...". I also reminded you of your in class essay exam on Friday and your essay multiple choice exam for Monday. Be sure to study your terminology.
Tuesday, September 14, 2010
Tuesday, September 14, 2010
Today, we discussed the way to approach multiple choice questions that helps get to the right answers (process of elimination). I handed out the answers from yesterday and then a new sheet in which you, as part of a group, had to provide the reasons for eliminating certain answers. We then discussed them.
After this, I handed you a new essay to read "Parents as People (with children)". You were to read it actively for tomorrow.
After this, I handed you a new essay to read "Parents as People (with children)". You were to read it actively for tomorrow.
Monday, September 13, 2010
Monday, September 13, 2010
Today we discussed the assignment they were to have handed in; however, there was some confusion about a couple of questions so I have extended the deadline until tomorrow. I then discussed the importance of paraphrasing and asking questions when reading as well as highlighting and looking up unfamiliar words. I then handed out the essay "The Girls Room", which they were to read actively. I then handed out the multiple choice questions that came with it. These will be in your portfolio if you were not here. Also, read pages 19 to 23 in your Fit to Print
Friday, September 10, 2010
Friday, September 10, 2010
Today, we discussed the questions from "Labour Day..." with an emphasis on my expectations when answering questions. I then handed out a sheet on literary devices. The students used teh rest of the class to answer their questions for "One Letter..." which are due on Monday.
Thursday, September 9, 2010
Thursday, September 9, 2010
Today, you took notes on attention getters. You then read the article "One Letter is All it Took to Make Amends". In reading it, you were to highlight any unfamiliar words and paraphrase the paragraphs right on the page. The best way to learn this skill is to read a paragraph, then lift your head and think about "what did I just read?" and then write down only a few key words on the side (in the margin). I then handed out the questions which they will do in pairs today and tomorrow.
Wednesday, September 8, 2010
Wednesday, September 8, 2010
Today, you started reading your novels. I allowed extra time for this. You were then each given a copy of the independent novel study for this term, which we read through. I then handed back the answers to the "Labour Day..." essay questions. I then had you finish working on the questions for "Wake Up Canada, There's No Free Lunch". These were due today.
Tuesday, September 7, 2010
Tuesday, September 7, 2010
Today, I explained journal writing to you. If you did not have a journal, I called parents to ensure they knew what supplies you need.
We ten moved on to reading the essay, "Wake Up Canada, there's no free lunch" by the Canadian Taxpayers' Association.
I explained how to read this and how to answer the questions provided. Unfortunately, I can't publish this due to copywrite. It is in your portfolio. You will need to come in in the morning and get it so you can be caught up. We didn't finish it all so you will still have time to catch up.
We ten moved on to reading the essay, "Wake Up Canada, there's no free lunch" by the Canadian Taxpayers' Association.
I explained how to read this and how to answer the questions provided. Unfortunately, I can't publish this due to copywrite. It is in your portfolio. You will need to come in in the morning and get it so you can be caught up. We didn't finish it all so you will still have time to catch up.
Friday, September 3, 2010
Friday, September 3, 2010
Today, we discussed what is expected for content in a five paragraph essay. I have printed the notes out and put them in your portfolios.
Thursday, September 2, 2010
Thursday, September 2, 2010
Today, we marked the worksheet assignment from Fit to Print. This actually took the whole class to do. In addition to this, students were allowed to create a code name for themselves which they can use on their assignments for privacy when we do have group marking.
Finally, students wrote their first journal on what they could have done differently to improve their mark, which I will examine to determine common writing concerns for the class.
Finally, students wrote their first journal on what they could have done differently to improve their mark, which I will examine to determine common writing concerns for the class.
Wednesday, September 1, 2010
Wednesday, September 1, 2010
Today, you handed in your answers to the essay "Labour Day". I will use these to see what common writing problems you as a class have that need to be addressed.
I then gave an impromptu lesson on why the word "you" should be avoided when writing essays.
From here, I handed out an exercise to help you learn how to optimize your usage of the book Fit to Print. This book is a reference one that can be brought into in-class essays and exams, including the Part B in grade 12 English and Social Studies.
This was a paired activity that was due today. If you were not here, you are expected to complete it on your own. It is in your portfolio.
I then gave an impromptu lesson on why the word "you" should be avoided when writing essays.
From here, I handed out an exercise to help you learn how to optimize your usage of the book Fit to Print. This book is a reference one that can be brought into in-class essays and exams, including the Part B in grade 12 English and Social Studies.
This was a paired activity that was due today. If you were not here, you are expected to complete it on your own. It is in your portfolio.
Tuesday, August 31, 2010
Tuesday, August 31, 2010
Today, I handed out a sheet entitled "Tips for Successful Responses to Questions". I then handed out the essay "Labour Day is a Dreaded Bell in the Schoolyard of the Mind". You were to read it and then answer the questions attached below (for tomorrow).
English 20-1
“Labour Day Is a Dreaded Bell in the Schoolyard of the Mind”
INSTRUCTIONS: Answer the following questions as FULLY as possible.
1. What is the tone of this essay?
2. Is the opening sentence appropriate for setting the tone of the essay? Explain.
3. Select three sentences from the body of the essay which are consistent in tone with the opening sentence.
4. Show how Bruce makes effective use of contrast in the fourth paragraph.
5. In what ways does the tone of the conclusion contrast with that of the introduction?
6. Select three of the author’s observations and show how they lead directly to his final comments.
7. What has Labour Day taught the author?
8. What limitations has Bruce faced that are presented in this essay?
9. Identify and describe one metaphor in this essay (what it states explicitly and what it means)
10. Identify one simile in this essay (write it down).
Further, we took out the two textbooks that we will use for this course: Fit to Print, and Viewpoints 11
English 20-1
“Labour Day Is a Dreaded Bell in the Schoolyard of the Mind”
INSTRUCTIONS: Answer the following questions as FULLY as possible.
1. What is the tone of this essay?
2. Is the opening sentence appropriate for setting the tone of the essay? Explain.
3. Select three sentences from the body of the essay which are consistent in tone with the opening sentence.
4. Show how Bruce makes effective use of contrast in the fourth paragraph.
5. In what ways does the tone of the conclusion contrast with that of the introduction?
6. Select three of the author’s observations and show how they lead directly to his final comments.
7. What has Labour Day taught the author?
8. What limitations has Bruce faced that are presented in this essay?
9. Identify and describe one metaphor in this essay (what it states explicitly and what it means)
10. Identify one simile in this essay (write it down).
Further, we took out the two textbooks that we will use for this course: Fit to Print, and Viewpoints 11
Wednesday, August 25, 2010
Monday, August 30, 2010
Welcome to English 20.First of all, in case you don't know me, my name is Dawn Benoit.
I have been a teacher since 2002. For most of that time, I have worked at this school and, for the most part, my experience has been in English instruction. Prior to that time, I was a journalist and an editor.
If you check this site daily, you will discover that I do update it after every class. In other words, if you are absent, you can look here and find out what we've done.
What most students do is add this site to their "favourites" on their computer at home.My school email address is: dawn.benoit@nlsd.ab.ca
My home phone number is: 780 826-8931.
If you are absent, you have no real excuse for not doing your work... this site and these numbers will make that task a lot less painful.I have given you all a handout for this course. If you were not here, it is in your portfolio on the desk at the back of the room beside mine. Check there.
I have also handed out an essay terminology sheet. Your task tonight is to read through it and highlight all the terms that you are familiar with (this will help you figure out what you need to study).
I have been a teacher since 2002. For most of that time, I have worked at this school and, for the most part, my experience has been in English instruction. Prior to that time, I was a journalist and an editor.
If you check this site daily, you will discover that I do update it after every class. In other words, if you are absent, you can look here and find out what we've done.
What most students do is add this site to their "favourites" on their computer at home.My school email address is: dawn.benoit@nlsd.ab.ca
My home phone number is: 780 826-8931.
If you are absent, you have no real excuse for not doing your work... this site and these numbers will make that task a lot less painful.I have given you all a handout for this course. If you were not here, it is in your portfolio on the desk at the back of the room beside mine. Check there.
I have also handed out an essay terminology sheet. Your task tonight is to read through it and highlight all the terms that you are familiar with (this will help you figure out what you need to study).
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