Honors English 9
This week we are going to finish taking our notes on poetry. We will review poem scanning, different types of meter and touch upon poem analysis. Wednesday and Thursday you will create your own poems to be displayed in the classroom. Don't panic, you do not need to write your own poem. I'll let you try to figure that one out before class on Tuesday.
Homework:
Monday- Paraphrase the poem "One Art" from your note-taking packet
Tuesday- Work on poem
Wednesday- Read something over break that exercises your imagination!
English 9
Period 2
This week we are going to finish working with the essay "Quilt of a Country." We will review for your quiz on Monday and complete the quiz Tuesday. Wednesday we will tie up loose ends for the story and your quizzes will be returned.
Homework:
Monday- Study for "Quilt of a Country" quiz
Tuesday- Read something you enjoy!
Wednesday- Finish quiz corrections
Period 5
This week we are going to continue reading The Outsiders. I hope to finish the book and our study guide packet this week. Please come to class ready to read!
Homework:
Monday- Complete Critical Thinking Questions in your Outsiders packet for chapters 9 and 10
Tuesday- Complete questions in your Outsiders packet for chapter 11
Wednesday- Complete questions in your Outsiders packet for chapter 12
Mythology
We have talked all year about mythology in contemporary pop culture. This week we are going to see a very good example of myths that provide a basis for pop culture films. We will be watching Percy Jackson and the Lightning Thief this week and you will complete a Venn Diagram comparing the myth, "Perseus" to the film. We will discuss the similarities and differences on Wednesday.
Homework:
Monday- Be sure "Atlanta" worksheet is complete
Tuesday-
Wednesday- Read something over break that exercises your imagination!
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