12/16 – early release
Make-up day. LAST day before break & last day of semester.
Have a wonderful holiday.
12/14 & 12/15
Due – This is the last week of the quarter. If you have work that was not done, talk to the teacher. SOME may be accepted at half credit. FRIDAY IS LAST DAY OF THE SEMESTER.
Watch Beowulf movie version – Part #2
Discuss differences between the movie and the poem.
HW – None
12/12 & 12/13
Due – This is the last week of the quarter. If you have work that was not done, talk to the teacher. SOME may be accepted at half credit.
Watch Beowulf movie version – Part #1
Discuss differences between the movie and the poem.
HW – None
12/8 & 12/9
Due – LAST chance to turn in anything for the second quarter. Books close on Friday. ALL will be graded by Monday (or at least that is the hope). Remember, if it is not graded yet, and you did not do it, you will then get a zero. So…the current grade is not accurate – it could go up, or down.
Today is the Mid-term exam. MUST turn in the review sheet BEFORE the exam for the extra points. THIS test is 20% of your semester grade. Any phones seen will be taken for the day – the first time. Any seen out during the test will result in a zero on the test. ONLY have a pencil on your desk.
HW – nothing new.
12/6 & 12/7
Due – LAST day to turn in portfolio (-25). REMEMBER to note any pieces that are in the portfolio, but were not looked at on the due date. Those will get 1/2 credit on HW. Last day to turn in Close Reader.
Work (in groups) on review sheet for the exam. 1-10 extra points given for completed sheet. Turn in day of test.
EXTRA daily 100 – do sheet on “Wishes…” (was for golden ticket before).
HW – Mid-term next class. BRING A PENCIL. Friday is the last day to make up work. Available lunch Tues – Fri. and after school Thurs & Fri. See teacher if there is an issue.
12/2 & 12/5
Learning Goal: SWBAT determine the author’s purpose and delineate and evaluate an argument.
Due – Senior Portfolio. Close Reader IF you have not turned it in.
WATCH History Video “Space Race.” (3 minutes)
“Exposition of the Space Shuttle Challenger” P. 429-431. Look at page 431 first. Listen to Speech. Count off 1-3. Champion your # question as you read.
Reread the lines indicated with each question below. Answer YOUR question, citing text evidence.
- Lines 1–6: What is Reagan’s general purpose or purposes for giving this speech? What persuasive technique does he use in lines 4–6? Note that “Nancy” in line 4 refers to the president’s wife.
- Lines 35–37: What persuasive technique is Reagan using when he says, “We don’t hide our space program. We don’t keep secrets and cover things up. We do it all up front and in public. That’s the way freedom is….”? What word suggests that he is using this technique? What is Reagan’s purpose in this passage? What are Reagan’s purposes in making this statement?
- Lines 39–42: What is the premise in the paragraph that begins on line 39?
With a partner, discuss whether you think Reagan responded effectively to the tragic deaths of the crew members.
HW – Start studying for Mid-Term.
Honors – “The Wife of Bath”, “Mallam Sile,” “Pardoner’s Tale,” “A Vindication of the Rights of Woman,” Beowulf, and “Explosion of the Space Shuttle Challenger.”
English IV – “The Yellow Wallpaper,” ( see http://www.publicbookshelf.com/romance/wallpaper/yellow-wallpaper-1) “The Story of an Hour,” (see http://archive.vcu.edu/english/engweb/webtexts/hour/ ), “Pardoner’s Tale,” “A Vindication of the Rights of Woman,” Beowulf, and “Explosion of the Space Shuttle Challenger.”
11/30 & 12/1
Due – Close Reader, College Application and Interview Questions.
Take Unit #5 TEST – on scantron and own paper. Don’t forget to turn in the voc. for the extra points.
HW – Senior Portfolio is due on Friday. Those who turn it in then will get ten extra points. Change – will accept on Monday for full credit. Tuesday is 25 points off. Also, missing pieces will be given half credit for HW if in the portfolio (must have a paper noting what is there that was not turned in before). Mid-term is next week on Thursday/Friday.
11/28 & 11/29
Due – Close Reader for Black (11/29). College Application and Interview Questions. Deadline is 11/30.
In Class:
Pass out Portfolio papers. REMEMBER ALL IS DUE ON 12/2.
Review page 425. Go over pages 427 & 428.
Review Unit Vocabulary for Unit Test. Give students a list. Look up these words. Turn in sheet next class for extra points on your test. Work on getting meanings of test words.
HW – College Application and the Interview Questions due. DEADLINE is 11/30. Also, Close Reader is due on 11/29 (Black) or 11/30 (Gold). UNIT TEST IS NEXT CLASS. This test is on standards. Will include a passage from Beowulf, and other pieces that we HAVE NOT COVERED. Bring a pencil.
FUTURE:
12/2 – ALL – DEADLINE FOR PORTFOLIO.
11/21 & 11/22
Due – DEADLINE for 21-30 questions from Beowulf. Also, the Recommendation Letters (2). Quiz on Beowulf.
Beowulf Quiz
Use rest of the time to work on your Close Reader.
HW – After holiday all need to turn in the College Application and the Interview Questions. Also, Close Reader is due on 11/29 or 11/30.
FUTURE:
After Thanksgiving – Application to College & Interview Questions.
11/29 (Black) 11/30 (Gold) – Close Readers.
12/2 – ALL – DEADLINE FOR PORTFOLIO.
11/16 & 11/17 & 11/18 – changed to include all on one page.
Due – Beowulf 12-20 for all classes. 21-30 for others. ALL due by next class.
In Class:
Rules Quiz (from Important Random Information).
EXPLAIN Pizza Race. STARTED on MONDAY.
Finish Textbook Beowulf questions.
Pass out Close Readers. Do Read, Reread, and Short Response. Pages 87-98. DUE 11/29 (Black) 11/30 (Gold). Can start if all 30 questions are in for Beowulf.
11/18 (when finished with questions) – Look at rest of Beowulf unit.
Senior Portfolio: College Application (find on own). & Interview questions (pass out). Due when you return from Thanksgiving Break.
Last Ten Minutes:
Juggling Life. View video and turn in for exit “What are you juggling in life? How is it going? What can you do to make it easier?” Minimum of 50 words.
HW – Recommendation letters (2) due for ALL on 11/18 (given on 10/20 or 10/21). 21-30 BEOWULF question deadline for ALL is next class.
FUTURE:
11/18 – DEFICIENCY NOTICES. I WILL PUT IN WHAT I HAVE. ZERO FOR UNDONE WORK.
11/21 (G) or 11/22 (B) – BEOWULF Quiz. FYI know meanings of infamous, loathsome, affliction, and purge.
After Thanksgiving – Application to College & Interview Questions.
11/29 (Black) 11/30 (Gold) – Close Readers.
12/2 – ALL – DEADLINE FOR PORTFOLIO.
11/14 & 11/15
Rules, Personal Reward, and Class Pizza Party Announced.
Turn in Cover Letter & Employment Applications
Read “Grendel’s Mother” and “Battle with Grendel’s Mother. Do questions. Turn in or finish for HW if not done.
Some classes are still on 12-20, so may need to complete this on 11/15 & 11/16.
21 -Lines 400–424: What details and techniques does the poet use to convey the brutality of Grendel’s mother’s attack? What is the significance of her actions? What do they foreshadow about future events?
22 – Lines 425–445: What descriptive images link Grendel’s mother’s home to the concepts of death and darkness? What does this lake symbolize?
23- Lines 450–473: Note where the battle takes place. How does Grendel’s mother inadvertently give Beowulf an advantage?
24 -Lines 485–523: How does this battle differ from Beowulf’s encounter with Grendel? What is the significance of the similarity between the two battles?
25- Lines 513–523: What is the significance of Beowulf’s ability to wield the sword?
26- Lines 526–545: What images of light are in this passage? How are they connected with Beowulf’s victory? What does Beowulf cutting off Grendel’s head symbolize?
27 – Lines 546–568: What do these lines reveal about Anglo-Saxon values?
28 – Lines 545–563: Identify and explain the shifts in this passage. What is the intended effect of these shifts on the audience?
28 – Lines 574–578: Explain the transformation of the lake. What has Beowulf metaphorically restored?
30 – Lines 587–605: What details in these final lines reinforce the idea that Beowulf is superior to all others?
End of class – go to library and do BRIGHT FUTURES application.
11/9 & 11/10
COLLECT ESSAY
Check Resume’ (for a grade)
Direct to information about cover letters and employment applications. DUE BY 11/13 (Black) or 11/14 (Gold).
READ “THE BATTLE WITH GRENDAL” (415 – 419) and answer on your own paper the following questions with evidence:
12 – Lines 233–240: Note the punctuation that indicates the caesura in some of these lines. How does the rhythm created by those pauses reinforce the action described?
13 – Lines 233–261: What details reinforce the idea of Grendel as a force of evil? How does this view of Grendel increase suspense? What foreshadowing is in this passage? Why does the poet include it?
14 – Lines 262–272: Why does Beowulf allow one of his followers to be taken by Grendel before he attacks him?
15 – Lines 290–305: What do the setting details in this passage reveal about Anglo-Saxon civilization?
16 – Lines 314–327: Why is Grendel such a formidable opponent? What is the significance of the inability of Beowulf’s men to help him?
17 – Lines 332–359: What evidence supports the idea that the fight between Grendel and Beowulf is symbolic of the struggle between good and evil? How does the symbolism of Beowulf’s gesture in lines 356–359 reveal a theme resulting from this conflict?
18 – Lines 370–375: How do the alliteration and imagery affect the impact of this part of the poem?
19 – Lines 376–380: How does this passage relate to the Anglo-Saxon view of immortality?
20 – Lines 387–397: How does this scene reflect the techniques used by Anglo-Saxon poets?
11/7 & 11/8
OBJECTIVES AND STANDARDS REVIEW
TURN IN THE RESUME’ FOR SENIOR PORTFOLIO AT START OF CLASS. THIS WILL BE CREDITED AND GIVEN BACK AT END OF CLASS. NOTE – SOME DATE CHANGES ON SENIOR PORTFOLIO.
ROUGH DRAFT – Share with another student. Mark up copy, sign your name, discuss with the person, and return.
30 Minutes.
Does it have a clear thesis?
Evidence to support reasons (articles that are cited)? All the articles used, and at least one more?
Counterclaim with evidence?
Written in a academic voice? Active? NOT 1st person. Good transitions?
Solid conclusion with restatement of thesis and good ending?
Has a Work Cited Page with the articles from the book and at least one other?
The rough draft and critique will be turned in with the final essay on Thursday. This part is worth 25%. The Final is worth 75%.
Read the section for Beowulf (412-415 ) and on your own paper fully answer these questions WITH textual evidence (like you did the Grendal part in class). Will read as a class. Turn in as exit sheet.
6. Lines 109–124: Which details tell you about Beowulf? What conclusions about the traits most valued by the Anglo-Saxons can be drawn from this description?
7. Lines 116–129: Explain why “none of the wise ones regretted his going.”
8. Lines 127–133: Why does Wulfgar request that the Geats leave their weapons outside the hall?
9. Lines 134–159: Explain what Beowulf, seen in “the silvery metal of his mail shirt/Gleaming with a smith’s high art,” represents to the Danes. Examine what Beowulf says to Hrothgar about himself and his past deeds. Why does he appear to boast about his accomplishments?
10. Lines 160–175: Explain Beowulf’s reasoning behind the method he will use to fight Grendel. What does this reveal about the relationship between warrior and leader? What details reveal Beowulf’s attitude toward Hrothgar? Why does he feel this way?
11. Lines 214–224: How does Hrothgar’s speech reflect the importance of courage and community?
11/2 & 11/3 & 11/4
CATCH up for 11/3
OBJECTIVES AND STANDARDS REVIEW
12TH GRADE PORTFOLIO:
Purchase 1″ black binder and a package of plastic sleeves
Print out Resume Builder and fill out – put in binder. Is in class material file.
Download Office 2013 from TCHS website and review templates for resume.
VIEW RESUME’ VIDEO IN MATERIALS – RESUME’ TURN IN BY 11/8
Beowulf Background Video
Pass out “Elements of the Epic Hero Cycle” sheets. Read the back aloud. Break into # groups. Work together to complete the form (put all names on the sheet). Share your finding with the rest of the class.
Read “Grendel” selection from the epic poem Beowulf by The Beowulf Poet (P. 410-412). Then, reread the lines indicated with each question below. Answer each question on sheet, citing text evidence. Turn in as exit sheet for a grade.
READ & START “Beowulf” Questions. IN HOMEWORK SECTION.
DON’T FORGET THE HOMEWORK. TURN IN FOR GRADE NEXT CLASS.
10/28, 10/31 & some of 11/1
OBJECTIVES AND STANDARDS REVIEW
PPT Quiz (was moved from last class)
Read Background for Beowulf as a class (409).
Watch on your own (or as a class for those) the following PPT’s. There will be a quiz later that will include some of this information. Note, the sub will be asked to walk around and take names of any not doing this. If you want to maintain your phones they should ONLY be used to view the class material.
Don’t forget to look at the homework. START.
10/26 & 10/27
OBJECTIVES AND STANDARDS REVIEW
PTT Quiz on your own paper – pushed back to NEXT class.
ACADEMIC VOC. FOR BEOWULF: ASSURANCE, COLLAPSE, CONCEIVE, DEVOTE, AND VISION. Look up each word on your phone, or in one of the dictionaries (in the wooden bookcase near the door). Write down the word, the meaning, and write a sentence for each. Turn in as exit sheet. WILL COUNT as a grade.
Read and study the following. Will do together 10/26, but 10/27 has a sub and must do on their own.
Click on and read everything…you will need this for the homework.
10/24 & 10/25
“Vindication…” Quiz. NO PHONES. Use your own paper. Put name, period, and test # on the paper. DO NOT write on the quiz.
When finished, watch the following PowerPoints on your phones. If no time, do for HW. There will be a small quiz next class (black day).
10/20 & 10/21
“Vindication…” Quiz MOVED TO MON/TUES.
Finish Unit #2 Test if not done.
Intro of Quarter II Argumentative Essay. Performance Assessment Book. Pick from one of three topics. Min. of 400 words. MUST use MLA format (both the Works Cited Page and Parenthetical). MUST use the articles provided, and at least one other piece that you have found. Must be from an academic source. More will come as the quarter progresses. Due date is 11/9 or 11/10.
Intro Senior Portfolio. Assign Artifacts #4 & #5. Due BEFORE you leave for Thanksgiving Break.
10/18 & 10/19
Finish Unit #2 Test. It will count in this quarter, not 1st.
10/10 – 10/14
TURN IN ESSAY
WORK DAY. ALL IN BY FRIDAY.
Will start the Unit Test and finish it on Tues/Wed. It will count in the next quarter.
STAY SAFE. WHEN WE COME BACK WE WILL FINISH UP. QUARTER ENDS ON 10/14. THE RETAKES FOR FSA HAVE BEEN MOVED. SEE BELOW. ESSAY IS DUE BEFORE YOU LEAVE ON 10/11. THE “VINDICATION…” QUIZ IS BEING PUT OFF UNTL THE 2ND QUARTER. YOU HAVE 10/12 OFF. THEN, YOU HAVE THE COLLECTION #2 UNIT TEST IS ON LAST DAY. GRADE DEADLINE FOR POSTING IS 10/17.
FSA ELA RETAKES DATES HAVE CHANGED!
OCTOBER 10, 18, 19 ——changed to OCTOBER 11, 20, 21
OCTOBER 11, 20, 21 ——changed to OCTOBER 13, 24, 25
OCTOBER 13, 24, 25 ——changed to OCTOBER 14, 26, 27
OCTOBER 27 & 28 ——-stays the same
10/4 & 10/5
Have Rough Draft. Teacher will check. Share with shoulder partner, critique. Work on final draft. Also…last call for 120.
Quiz on “Vindication…” Friday. Moved from Wednesday.
9/30 & 10/3
Study Hall for all present (9/30).
Make up work on Friday for any who attend.
Complete any of “Vindication…” if needed. QUIZ on this next class.
Work on Rough Draft for your End of class paper. Will share and get critique next class. FINAL Draft due on 10/11. COLLECTION #2 TEST ON 10/14. THAT IS THE END OF THE QUARTER.
9/28 (short day) & 9/29
“Mallam Sile” Quiz
Mary Wollstonecraft YouTube (materials) – 5 minutes – if not done.
Finish “A Vindication of the Rights of Women” with questions.
If finished start Analyzing the Text page 120 – finish for HW.
“A Vindication of the Rights of Women” Quiz on 10/4 (Black) and 10/5 (Gold).
Rough Draft of Essay due on 10/5 (BOTH).
9/26 & 9/27
Inspirational Moment – (8) – Happiness Test
Language and Style page 109
Review End of Quarter Essay. P. 141-144. First draft due on 10/4 or 10/5. Will share and get critique in class. FINAL (with first draft & critique markings) due 10/10 or 10/11. Quarter ends on 10/14. End of quarter test on 10/13 or 10/14. Holiday on 10/12.
Note – 1st will not make have a work cited page. But, must properly cite sources (parentheticals). Must underline thesis statement.
Mary Wollstonecraft YouTube (materials) – 5 minutes
Read/Listen to “A Vindication of the Rights of Women” and do questions. Will call on students for answers.
9/21 & 9/22
CONTINUE STORY QUESTIONS.
Go over Settings and Conclusion. Look at Level UP tutorial.
Performance Task (194) – share with your group.
BULLY?
9/19 & 9/20
Do Collaborative Discussion (104) with your group. Share findings with class. (IF NOT DONE)
Go over story again with questions.
Go over Settings and Conclusion. Look at Level UP tutorial.
Performance Task (194) – share with your group.
9/15 & 9/16
Announce need of pictures for My Scholar wall. Put name and period on back. Not large. Must be one that will nor be returned.
“Mallam Sile” author intro and story. Read along as audio is played. Pages 93 – 104
Do Collaborative Discussion (104) with your group. Share findings with class.
Go over story again with questions.
Go over Settings and Conclusion. Look at Level UP tutorial.
9/14
Go over rules, seating, and shoulder partners. Talk about possible new “phone” policy.
Pardoner’s Tale Quiz
Pardoner’s Tale and Harry Potter Article – Read and discuss. (4th only)
9/13 (5th)
COUNSELORS ARE TAKING STUDENTS OUT TO CONSULT (9/13)
Go over rules, seating, and shoulder partners
Play Pardoner’s Tale Video
Pardoner’s Tale and Harry Potter Article – Read and discuss.
9/9 & 9/12
COUNSELORS IN ROOM (30 MINUTES) -9/12
Do the rest of Pardoner’s Tale. Read/Reread/Discuss/ Short Response, etc.
Work on any portions you do not have done. NEXT class the Close Reader is due, and there is a test on the Pardoner’s Tale.
If time…watch video of Pardoner’s Tale. Audio and Video is in materials.
9/7 & 9/8
Read the Pardoner’s Tale. Do the Read/Reread/Discuss/Short Response as a class.
9/2 & 9/6
Wife of Bath Quiz – on test. Move desks so you are not next to each other.
Do the Read and Reread for the Prologue of Pardoner’s Tale. In your close reader. Pg 19-21.
8/31 (short) & 9/1
Critical Vocabulary P. 91 – Do 1-5 Individually. Look at Vocabulary Strategy. Do 1 & 2 individually. Do 3 as a group.
As a class – Inverted Sentences. Share Practice and Apply answers.
Pass out Close Reader. Mark with your name.
8/29 & 8/30
Intro Video. Intro Video. Review Rules and Group Information.
Draw picture of your interpretation of The Wife of Bath (20 minutes). Share with group and turn in.
Performance Task (individual & then group) – P 90.
Critical Vocabulary P. 91 – Do 1-5 Individually. Look at Vocabulary Strategy. Do 1 & 2 individually. Do 3 as a group.
As a class – Inverted Sentences. Share Practice and Apply answers.
8/25 & 8/26
Chaucer PPT and Middle English rendition?
Characters of CT PPT
Do questions 1-7 on page 90. Turn in if finished…or finish with homework.
8/23 & 8/24
Finish PP on Terms
76 (voc) – write in
Explain Performance Task (76 & 141-144)
Chaucer PPT and Middle English rendition.
Read the General Prologue of The Wife of Bath to them.
Read (first read) of the prologue and tale of The Wife of Bath (77-88).