While on Break... READ!!!!

Read to the end of Chapter 6. We will start with Chapter 7 as soon as we get back. Happy Holidays!!!!

Quiz on Thursday!!! Into the Wild

Through the end of Chapter 4...

Novel Study

Into the Wild.... by John Krakauer

Slideshow Poetry Project

"Just Like Heaven"

"Show me how you do that trick
The one that makes me scream" she said
"The one that makes me laugh" she said
And threw her arms around my neck
"Show me how you do it
And I promise you I promise that
I'll run away with you
I'll run away with you"

Spinning on that dizzy edge
I kissed her face and kissed her head
And dreamed of all the different ways I had
To make her glow
"Why are you so far away?" she said
"Why won't you ever know that I'm in love with you
That I'm in love with you"

You
Soft and only
You
Lost and lonely
You
Strange as angels
Dancing in the deepest oceans
Twisting in the water
You're just like a dream

Daylight licked me into shape
I must have been asleep for days
And moving lips to breathe her name
I opened up my eyes
And found myself alone alone
Alone above a raging sea
That stole the only girl I loved
And drowned her deep inside of me

You
Soft and only
You
Lost and lonely
You
Just like heaven

Student Assignment:

Write a poem that tells the rest of this story (narrative), a poem that explains the mystery. It needs to fit the same style:

8 lines in stanza 1

7 lines in stanza 2

9 lines in the refrain

8 lines in stanza 4

5 lines in the final stanza

**You need to include: dialogue, metaphor, imagery, simile, personification: Rhyming is optional but it usually helps with flow

** Finally, you will choose a melody and create a slideshow with the melody in the background while YOU are reading your poem. FUN!!!!!

Oct. 14-17

Still I Rise Essays due at the beginning of class on Tuesday: typed and printed

Vocabulary Test: Tuesday

Poetry unit begins this week: analyzing and writing original poetry

Still I Rise Essay Assignment

Final typed and printed papers are due at the beginning of class on Tuesday. A Vocabulary test will follow.

Read the poem and annotate the rhetorical devices and strategies the author uses throughout.

In a well-written essay explain the purpose/message of the poem and how Maya Angelou uses rhetorical language to convey this message.

Be sure to write a thesis statement in the first paragraph that serves as a map for the rest of your paper.

Ex. Maya Angelou uses ___________,_____________, and ________________, to establish a clear message and portray a clear purpose of ________________________ and _______________________ in her poem entitled, Still I Rise.

Still I Rise, by Maya Angelou

You may write me down in history
With your bitter, twisted lies,
You may tread me in the very dirt
But still, like dust, I'll rise.

Does my sassiness upset you? 
Why are you beset with gloom? 
'Cause I walk like I've got oil wells
Pumping in my living room.

Just like moons and like suns,
With the certainty of tides,
Just like hopes springing high,
Still I'll rise.

Did you want to see me broken? 
Bowed head and lowered eyes? 
Shoulders falling down like teardrops.
Weakened by my soulful cries.

Does my haughtiness offend you? 
Don't you take it awful hard
'Cause I laugh like I've got gold mines
Diggin' in my own back yard.

You may shoot me with your words,
You may cut me with your eyes,
You may kill me with your hatefulness,
But still, like air, I'll rise.

Does my sexiness upset you? 
Does it come as a surprise
That I dance like I've got diamonds
At the meeting of my thighs? 

Out of the huts of history's shame
I rise
Up from a past that's rooted in pain
I rise
I'm a black ocean, leaping and wide,
Welling and swelling I bear in the tide.
Leaving behind nights of terror and fear
I rise
Into a daybreak that's wondrously clear
I rise
Bringing the gifts that my ancestors gave,
I am the dream and the hope of the slave.
I rise
I rise
I rise. 

                Sample Essay:

In order to convey her message of overcoming adversity and defying the status quo, Maya Angelou used similes, imagery, metaphors and rhetorical questions to portray a defiant and confidant persona and serve as a role model for others in her situation.

                Maya wrote this poem as a way to confront her oppressors. She illustrated her confidence and defiance against the norms of society by using imagery that went against everything that was typical of her time. She contradicted common opinion with phrases like, “oil wells pumping in my living room,” and “certainty of tides” because women of color were seen as poor, weak, and worthless, but she walked into a room with the air of authority and purpose, and according to this poem, she challenged their preconceived notions and buried them “in the very dirt.”

                Using similes and metaphors, Maya compared her confidence, pride, and self-respect to “diamonds,” and “gold.” She did this to show that no matter what, she knew and understood her worth, despite the effect that her “sassiness” and “sexiness” had on others. She showed no concern for their discomfort at her “haughtiness,” because she understood that she served as a representative for all people living a similar life. She alluded to the history of the slaves, in order to demonstrate that she was not taking their struggles in vain, and she asked the readers several rhetorical questions to engage them in an argument that she’d already won. When she asks them if “[they] want to see her broken,” she is requiring them to evaluate their motives, and by comparing herself to an ocean “leaping and wide,” Maya allowed her adversity and accomplishments to be all encompassing.

She repeatedly stated the phrase, “I rise,” as this was her most important message. She would not be held down. She would not allow it. From the past, from the pain, from “history’s shame,” she would come out on top. This poem served as Ms. Angelou’s war anthem, and she wrote it with a fierceness and a passion that conveyed her message and proved to be an inspiration for not only women of color, but for oppressed people everywhere.

Partner edit:

-          Highlight the thesis statement. Does it have two parts? The “what” and “how” or “why.” Does it adequately give you insight to the rest of the essay? Is it well written?

-          Do

-          es the essay transition smoothly from point to point? Is text evidence used, and is it properly punctuated?

-          Is there in-depth analysis of the text? Does it show elevated insight?

-          Does the body of the essay contain paragraphs, and do each of those connect back to the thesis?

-          Is there a conclusion? Does it wrap up the essay effectively?

-          Comment on the grammar, spelling, and punctuation. Pay attention to verb tenses and appropriate context.

-          Sign your name on the essay and return your edits and feedback  to the author.

-          Re-write the essay, and incorporate any and all changes needed.

September 23-26

In order to get full credit for your rough draft, I must see that it has been completed and edited by a peer. Due no later than Thursday.

Final/ totally edited stories are due at the BEGINNING of class on Friday. They must be printed.
- 12 pt font
- Times New Roman
- Double Spaced
- 3 to 5 pages

Reminders!!!

Vocabulary test Tuesday

Edit your rough draft. Have a peer edit it and then complete the final draft.

Final typed version of your story due Tuesday at the end of class.
- 12 pt. font Times New Roman
- Double Spaced
- 3-6 pages
- Indent your paragraphs

Your stories need to be detailed, creative, well written, and well edited. I will grade hard.

September 18th

Vocabulary words to date: stealthily, exasperation, Gothic, impulsively, fastidious, cavernous, prevalent, discord, treacherous, extort, ostentatious, parsimony, allude, adversity, inanimate, venerable, emblem, pathos, impertinent, obstinate, imperceptible, Metonymy

Write a rough draft for a certain genre of short story: 3-6 pages.

Vocabulary test next Tuesday.

September 11 and 12

Vocabulary: extort, ostentatious, parsimony, allude, adversity, inanimate

Genre specific story telling and rhetorical language practice

Vocabulary words for September 5th and 9th

5th: impulsively, fastidious, cavernous

9th: prevalent, discord, treacherous

    - Students will participate in Vocabulary warm-ups, SSR, and answer questions about The Man From the South
    - They will also begin activities to improve their detail in writing - "Show Don't Tell"

Thursday, September 4th

Vocabulary Words:
Stealthily, exasperation, gothic

Review elements of storytelling and begin reading in groups, "The Man From the South" by Roald Dahl

Novel Study

Easy Choose two. 25 points a piece Due Tuesday and Thursday	Create a vocabulary test using words from the book. (Use words you didn’t really know prior to reading them. Minimum of 20. Supply an answer key.)	Write a plot summary that might be found on a book jacket and create a Book Cover (Minimum of ¾ page typed.)	Write a detailed description for each major character. (Minimum of 3: looks, personality, and role in the book.)
Medium Choose one 50 points a piece Due Tuesday	Create a detailed NNE chart, with a focus on the effect- E (Minimum of 20 different elements)	Choose a theme song for your book. Write a one page analysis comparing the song and your book.	Interview a character from your book. Write at least ten questions and answers that will give the character the opportunity to discuss his/her thoughts and feelings about his/her role in the story. (Be insightful and thorough)
Difficult Choose one. 150 points Due Tuesday	Write a rhetorical analysis essay: What was the overall message of your book, and how did the author use rhetorical devices to convey this message?	Choose one of the characters and write a sequel revolved around their life. (Minimum of two pages and in the same spirit of your original book.)	Write an analytical compare and contrast essay about the protagonist and antagonist from your book. Use text evidence to demonstrate their connection, roles, similarities, and differences.
Creative 100 points Due Tuesday	Create a music video for your book. It must be symbolically and thematically linked and very-well edited. (A brief written explanation is also required.)	Write and perform and SLAM poem about your book. It needs to be delivered with emotion and passion. It must be a minimum of 40 lines. OR…. Paint a large, original painting of a character, action or scene from the book. Quality is a must. ** For both choices, a written explanation is required.***	Write and record an original song revolved around the characters and/or storyline of your book. You must submit the written and recorded portion, along with a brief analysis connecting the two.
Total Points: 350

Inform, Persuade, Satire

11^th Grade: Your speeches and videos will be shown in class this Friday. The community service fair will take place next week.

 

Today: Differences between writing styles: Expository vs. Persuasion vs. Satire

 

Inform is along the lines of a research paper, text book excerpt, news broadcast or article

 

Persuasion is involving argument and evidence to support an opinion. This can be seen in debates, trials, editorials, etc.

 

Satire usually involves the sarcastic or humorous interpretation of an event or issue while trying to prove a point or ridicule a person or idea. (Saturday Night Live, Political Cartoons, etc.)

 

Topic: Police Brutality and Violence

 

Informational:

A Brazilian street dancer was fatally shot today in a neighboring community of Rio de Janeiro. Police mistook the dancer for a member of one of the several violent drug cartels in the area. They claim they were forced to shoot once the victim became aggressive while being routinely questioned. Police and government officials have been honing in on the more dangerous areas of the city in an effort to improve safety and morale for the upcoming World Cup games next month.

 

Persuasive:

Police brutality must come to a stop. Often the power-hungry members of law enforcement are encouraged to single out and victimize citizens of poorer communities in order to cover up actual problems and issues with a superficial mask.

A recent example of this took place in Rio de Janeiro, the home of the upcoming World Cup, a sporting event that will be watched by millions of people around the globe. Government officials are attempting to “clean-up” the city, but often at the expense of the innocent and poor. Police murdered a street dancer from an impoverished burro, claiming he showed aggression towards members of their force. All the while, the young man who was viciously killed was unarmed and merely trying to make a living entertaining passersby.

Traumatized and outraged witnesses began to protest, bringing world-wide attention to the corruptness of the people who are supposed to be insuring their safety. For when a murder of a human being is declared acceptable all because a few in power want to make their city “look” nice for a sporting event, you know something has gone terribly wrong with society.

 

 

 

 

Satire

        Thank God for police! They sure know how to clean up a city. I mean with the World Cup coming to Brazil, why would millions of tourists want to be bothered with lively culture, dancers and thrilling entertainment, while helping a poor man take care of his ailing family. It’s a good thing the police cleaned up the area after removing the body, because nobody wants to get blood stains on their new shoes while their out soliciting prostitutes and getting high off of crack. But again, at least the dead dancer will be one less mouth for the government to ignore.

 

Topics: War, Drugs, Pollution, Evolution, Education, International Relations, Religion, Politics,

 

Choose a topic and research a recent news event. Write about it from all three perspectives.

Make A Difference Campaign

Concrete Idea/Plan: Due Tuesday/ Thursday - April 10th

Logo, Slogan, Posters due Friday, April 11th

Motivational/Inspirational Speech in writing due Tuesday- April 15th

Videos due- April 17th

If you have questions, let me know. Remember, all ideas have to be approved by me. Try to do tangible things before asking for money. If you do raise money, give a receipt to let them know EXACTLY what will happen with their donation.

Sample Research Paper

http://www.dreams-goals.com/Assignments/Summarizing/Sample_Research_Paper_C-Writer.pdf

Though the title page is different than MLA, the overall content and writing style is similar to what you need to do. You also have to include research and information about your university as well.

Another Outline Example

I)                 Architecture and Design

a.  Historical Architecture and Famous Design

                                                            i.      Ancient Egypt, Greece, China (www.architecturedigest.com)

b.  Famous Architects past and present

                                                            i.      Name, Name, Name (www.famousarchitects.com)

1.  Contributed to the dome structures and art deco trends

II)             Job Duties and Salaries

a.   

Outline Example

Use this example to help you create an outline for your paper.

Research specifics

11^th Grade Research Paper

Careers and Colleges.

 

-You need to research your chosen career: purpose of the career and job duties, top locations for your profession, salary ranges, opportunities for advancement, educational requirements, leaders in the field, stresses of the job, etc.

 

-Then, you will research a college or university that offers this kind of academic study. You will need to research the history of the school, academic majors, admission requirements, tuition and fees, scholarships, traditions, student life and organizations, and further educational opportunities.

 

**Pages in total- 7 with a work cited sheet

 

You will have a minimum of 4 APPROVED sources.

      ** One source must be a PRIMARY source.

 

You will need to use ONE graphic, no more than a ¼ of a page. It can be a graph, chart, picture, etc. It will need to have a caption and sources need to be cited.

 

ALL will be written in MLA formatting, using 12 pt. font and Times New Roman with two centimeter margins on all sides.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Research Paper

College and Career- Student Chosen

Written in MLA format: 12 pt. font, Times New Roman, correct margins and source citing

https://owl.english.purdue.edu/owl/resource/747/01/  Purdue Owl MLA Guide

One 1/4 page graphic

www.SweetSearch.com or Google Scholar

4 APPROVED sources

www.EasyBib.com to help format your sources and check for credibility


Outline due Friday, March 7th

First draft of first two sections due Tuesday, March 11th

First draft of next 2 sections due Friday, March 14th

Final first draft due Tuesday, March 18th

100% Perfected and Completed RESEARCH PAPER DUE Thursday, March 20th

In class presentations on Friday, March 21st.

Transcendentalist Research Presentation...

Research online for classic or modern transcendentalists. (by modern, I mean people like Chris McCandless who have left society to strike out on their own.) Choose one and create a PPT or Prezi about that person. You must research their life and beliefs and include the following information in your presentation:

 

* Picture of the person and photos of where they've been

* Personal history of their background

* What led them to follow their specific lifestyle

* Main events in their life

* Your personal thoughts regarding this person

* Play one song that you think represents this person and explain why

Some examples of people you may use are:
Classic: Walt Whitman, Ralph Waldo Emerson, Henry David Thoreau
Modern: Pat Perry (artist) and Mike Brodie (train hopper and photographer)