A1 and A3 (10th Lit/Comp)
- Reviewed Oedipus Rex vocabulary as a class
- 4 Corners Discussion
- Explanation of Greek Tragedy Web Quest and Group Presentation (see packet p. 5-6)
- Groups given remainder of class to work on presentations
- Homework:
- Do any needed work on group presentation (presentations 1/25)
- Achieve 3000 article "Preparing Your Application": Read article,
complete activity, and answer Thought Question with 2-paragraph response
A2 (American Lit)
- Review and practice: Introductory phrases and clauses
- Review of "To Build a Fire" plot and theme
- Use "Support for Writing" graphic organizer to plan mini-essay; two
details with page numbers each for setting, characters, and plot
- Homework:
- USA Test Prep 1/20-27 due 1/27
- Using the "Support for Writing" graphic organizer, write a
three-paragraph mini-essay analyzing how the setting, characters, and
plot of "To Build a Fire" work together to create the story's meaning
(Pride can cause destruction.)
- Paragraph 1: Setting (explain 2 details with page numbers)
- Paragraph 2: Characters (explain 2 details with page numbers)
- Paragraph 3: Plot (explain 2 details with page numbers)
