This Week at a Glance

(February 13-17)

Objectives

To demonstrate an understanding of vocabulary appropriate to grade level

To demonstrate an understanding of background information, setting, point of view, and plot in A Tale of Two Cities

To identify the main characters

To draw conclusions based on evidence presented

To make predictions

To summarize important details in the novel

Themes

The power of love can heal and redeem.

Oppression often leads to revolution, which itself  often leads to injustice and abuse.

Individuals' lives are often shaped by events over which they have no control.

Individuals' lives are often shaped by events that occur or people that they meet.

Monday

STAAR (multiple choice and writing practice)

Tuesday

STAAR and the Life of Charles Dickens

Homework

See the reading schedule.  Begin reading and summarizing the chapters.

Wednesday - Friday

A Tale of Two Cities
Continue reading and summarizing the chapters.  Refer to the reading schedule daily.

Reminders

Bring the novels and summaries to class everyday; you will not be able to go another classroom or the locker to retrieve them.

See me immediately if you do not understand any part of the novel; I want to help.