Homework
Study plot and literary devices/techniques (Plot Strand III). There will be a major test on Monday, November 2, 2009.

Homework

Write a thought-provoking question based on the episode that was assigned to you in class today. We will use the questions as a review tomorrow. Make certain that the question is related to plot only, not a literary device or technique.

Reminder
There will be a major test on Monday, November 2, 2009; the test will cover plot and literary devices and techniques from Plot Strand III. At least two questions are related to Plot Strands II and III.

Homework
Peruse The Odyssey packet; there should be copious notes written in the margins. Write any concerns that you have about the plot and/or literary devices, and I will address your questions and/or concerns tomorrow.

Bring "The Form Rules for Writing Compositions" to class tomorrow. As the lesson plan reflects, we will begin working on a thesis-controlled essay.

Homework
Refer to the lesson plan. Study Vocabulary Words 156-185, and bring flashcards or other study aids to class with you tomorrow.

Homework
Annotate (plot only) the episodes in Plot Strand III; I will go over the literary devices/techniques with you in class.

Homework

Study for the subordinate clause test that will be given on Monday, October 26, 2009.
Follow the reading schedule on this week's lesson plan. (The Odyssey)

Homework
The vocabulary quiz that was scheduled for Friday, October 23, 2009, has been postponed. Tomorrow is an early dismissal day, and I want to make sure that students have enough time to finish the quiz. I will announce the day at a later time.

Remember, there is a major test on Monday, October 26, 2009. (subordinate clauses) Complete Pages 99 and 100 (subordinate clauses) this evening. We will finish the entire packet during class tomorrow, so you will be able to use it as a tool while studying this weekend.

Read and annotate plot info for "The Challenge" in The Odyssey packet. I will discuss/cover the literary devices with you next week.

Homework

Practice subordinate clauses. (Use today's worksheet and the GUM workbook.)
Read "Penelope" in The Odyssey packet. Annotate items that you want to remember; I will cover and explain the literary devices in class.

Homework
Prepare flashcards and/or some other method that will assist you in studying for the vocabulary quiz.
Read and annotate "The Suitors." Annotate plot notes in the margins; I will go over the literary devices with you during the class period.

Homework
Make flashcards and study Vocabulary Words 156-185.
Read and annotate the following episodes:
"Father and Son"
"Argos"

Reminders
Vocabulary Quiz #6 will be given on Friday, October 23, 2009.
There will be a major test (subordinate clauses) on Monday, October 26, 2009.
Please come by during lunch on Thursdays and Fridays for tutoring if you need additional help.

Homework
Study The Odyssey; there will be a major test on Monday, October 19, 2009. Make certain that you study background information, plot, and the literary devices.

Homework
Study Vocabulary Words 126-155; there will be a quiz tomorrow.
Review today's lesson (subordinate clauses); ten sentences will be added to the vocabulary quiz.

Homework
Study Vocabulary Words 126-155.
The most effective way to study the vocabulary is to prepare a separate document (flashcards or retype the word + definition or synonym).

Bring the "form rules for writing compositons" handout to class tomorrow; it is the same handout that was distributed prior to writing the personal narrative. It is a good idea to keep it in the English notebook at all times.

Homework

Study Vocabulary Words 126-155.
Suggestion: Write each word and the part of speech on one side of a notecard or a small piece of paper, and write a synonym or definition on the opposite side. This method, at least for most students, is more effective than studying the words from the vocabulary packet.

Vocabulary Quiz on Friday, October 16, 2009
The Odyssey (major test) will be given on Monday, October 19, 2009.
The subordinate clause (major test) will be given on Monday, October 26, 2009.
The Odyssey (major test) will be given on Monday, November 2, 2009.

I am available on Thursdays and Fridays during lunch for tutoring.

Homework
Complete Page 101 in the GUM book. (adjective, adverb, and noun clauses)
The presentations on (The Odyssey) will begin on Tuesday, October 13, 2009.
discussion - "The Cattle of the Sun God"

There will be a major test on Monday, October 19, 2009; the test will cover Plot Strand II of The Odyssey. Background information (the bullet sheet) and the episodes (plot and literary devices) will be on the test.

Please come by the classroom on Thursday or Friday during lunch if have concerns and/or need tutoring for Monday's test.

Homework
Complete Page 99 in the GUM workbook. (noun clauses)
Read "The Cattle of the Sun God."
Study Vocabulary 96-125; there will be a quiz on Monday, October 12, 2009.

Homework
Complete Page 93 in the GUM book. (adjective clauses)
Continue reading and annotating The Odyssey; follow the reading schedule on the lesson plan.

Homework

Read "The Cyclops" and "The Sirens" per the lesson plan.

Homework

Study The Greek Epic handout. There will be a quiz tomorrow.
Bring the GUM book tomorrow.
Make certain that you have annotated "The Lotus Eaters."

Homework

Study Vocabulary Words 96-125.
Each student will write a sentence for each assigned word. Make certain that context clues and previously learned grammar are evident in the sentence.

Read and annotate "The Lotus Eaters."

Friday's Homework
Review "The Greek Epic" handout.
Remember to bring the Plot Strand 2 handout and a highlighter to class on Monday.

Homework
Study Vocabulary Lesson 2 (Quiz #4); there will be a quiz on Friday, October 2, 2009.
Peruse the "background information" handout. (Homer and The Odyssey)