Next Week at a Glance (August 29-September 2)

Next Week at a Glance
(August 29 - September 2)

Objectives
To understand and demonstrate the use of words in context
To identify and respond to attitudes expressed by other writers
To demonstrate an understanding and proficiency of the writing process
To identify and demonstrate an understanding of the elements of the short story (theme, plot, setting, characterization, and point of view
To write a literary review after reading each short ( I will demonstrate and proper format and model the first one for you.)

Monday
Vocabulary Quiz #1
Assign Vocabulary Quiz #2 "The Most Dangerous Game"
Homework - Read essays (a handout).

Tuesday
Discuss essays.
Go over check list of beliefs, state why you agree or disagree.
Homework - Begin studying Vocabulary Lesson #2.

Wednesday
a group activity (Charlie Brown lessons)  Divide in groups to share stories, discuss why the group members agree, and decide if the story merits belief.

Thursday
a writing assignment - an essay (rough draft)

Friday
Finalize the writing assignment (final draft).
Homework - Study Vocabulary Lesson #2

Reminders
Peruse the classroom rules/procedures.
There will be a vocabulary quiz on Tuesday, September 6, 2011
The study of the short stories will begin next week.
Complete the literary review on the day that the reading is assigned.
Check the blog daily.

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Bellaire Senior High School                                  Caitlyn Joubert
Pre-AP English I, Period _                                   August 29, 2011