Weekly Syllabus |
Monday
Objective |
ActivitiesNo School
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Homework |
Tuesday
Objective |
ActivitiesNo School
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Homework |
Wednesday
ObjectiveI can analyze how an author’s choices concerning how to structure a text, order events within it (e.g., parallel plots), and manipulate time (e.g., pacing, flashbacks) create such effects as mystery, tension, or surprise
I can understand Walls purpose for telling her story. I can reflect on major topics of The Glass Castle |
ActivitiesBackground on The Glass Castle
Discussion of significant quotations from first reading (1-50) |
HomeworkRead pages 51-109 and reading logs due Monday
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Thursday
ObjectiveI can understand how characters change and interact throughout the story. I can analyze the character's effect on advancement of the plot or development of theme
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ActivitiesDiscussion of Rex Walls:
How does the author want the reader to feel about Rex Walls? What kind of person is he? What tools does the author use to achieve this? Defend your answer with evidence and explanation. |
Homework |
Friday
ObjectiveI can evaluate and outline the argument and the specific claims.I can produce a bibliography and/or works cited page
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ActivitiesReview assignment for developing annotated bibliography
Read My argumentative essay and answer questions Discuss organization of essay/paragraphs and outlining argument |
HomeworkRead pages 51-109 and reading logs due Monday
Typed bibliography of three credible sources. Under each entry explain why you are using this source. Why is it credible? What information is useful. Bell 1 exam on Monday. Study Guide. |