Friday, September 16, 2016

Friday HW = Reminders

English 12

Please bring a journal to class on Monday.
Begin and continue reading your Lit Circle book.

Grad Trans

Portfolio due date is Oct 10 for digital copy and Oct 11 for binder version.

Wednesday, September 14, 2016

Romeo and Juliet? I can BARDly wait!

English



  • Read The Destructors and answer 1,2,4.
  • Read "Characterization" in your textbook and answer the following questions:

1. Describe the significance of characterization in literary fiction vs commercial fiction.
2. Distinguish between direct and indirect presentation of character in fiction.
3. Review the terms flat character, round character and stock character.
4. Consider the difference between a static and dynamic character.

Grad Transitions

  • Ensure your handout is fully complete for a homework check tomorrow. ALL questions are to be completed.

Tuesday, September 13, 2016

Tuesday 3:10 dismissal? Nice!

English

If you have completed the reading from last night then you have no homework tonight. If not, then look at last night's blog for completion tonight.

Grad Transitions

Complete the back side of the first page of the handout we went through in class today.

Monday, September 12, 2016

Week Two, Day One!

English

You are reading 'Chapter Two: Plot and Structure and answering the following questions:
1. Define the term 'plot'.
2. Describe the importance of conflict in fiction.
3. Differentiate between the protagonist and the antagonist in a story.
4. Explore the importance of the element of surprise in fiction.
5. Consider the differences between a happy, an unhappy, and an indeterminate ending.
6. Review the importance of artistic unity in literary fiction.
Due for Wednesday

Grad Transitions

You are completing the handout for Generation Jobless and starting to think intentionally about completing the first draft of you portfolio which is due on October 10th.

Hey Dramatic Individuals!

Here is your self reflection assignment: Provide examples for each responses. 1. How did YOU meaningfully participate in this project? 2. Ho...