Date Assigned 

Assignment 

Great work you guys! We are almost there -- at this point it is up to you to continue reviewing your practice pieces. If you want extra practice with multiple choice check out the links below...

extra mc practice pack.pdf 

extra mc practice active read w_answers.pdf  

exra mc pracitce answer justification.pdf

Class: Today we reviewed released synthesis essays and scoring commentary for prompt 6 in your AP review packet. Students then got feedback and a score for the synthesis essay. If you were out today be sure to bring your synthesis essay to class so you can get feedback and a score. Also swing by 135 to pick up your multiple choice packet - if you don't have time you can print out a copy below.

AP Review Multiple Choice.pdf

HW: Actively read the 5 MC prompts and answer the mc questions (timed 60 min)  When you finish take a couple minutes to write quick justifications for your answers.

HW: Create your own synthesis question - you need:

  - Introduction (background on issue)

  - Prompt (with essay assignment)

  - Four BALANCED sources (with source information on top)

** You DO NOT need to write the paper -- just create the question ** 

HW: Pick ONE of the argument prompts and turn into a crafted (intro and conclusion) essay. It should be hand written and timed (30 min) 

**Don't forget to study for the GPS test -- attached is the document used in class today  

AP term cards.doc

HW: Read "How to Tell a True War Story" - focus in on a small section and use it to create a style analysis multiple choice question. Then pick a quote or small passage and use it to create an argument prompt. 

**Check the table above for a link to the AP site on College Board - you will find all released essay prompts and scoring commentary

HW: Have a fun and safe spring break!!!

**Remember if you held on to your speech you need to have TWO copies next class -- one for me (should have internal citations and works cited page) and one to use during the debate (this can be in bullet form, on note cards, or have notes to self on it).  

HW: Use peer edit to write your final draft of your speech and Works Cited page - the final draft of the speech should be 2 1/2 - 3 pages double spaced (not including the Works Cited page). Final draft of speech and Works Cited is due next class.

Things to remember:

- Hook should ENGAGE and introduce value/topic in an indirect way

- Make the Classical Argument structure fit your needs -- while you need to have all parts of the structure, you don't have to have them all separated (first paragraph is intro, second is background, etc.) -- you may have a first paragraph that includes your introduction and your background.

CHANGE!!! -- No style analysis essay on the test next class :):):) As far as the test goes, just prepare to identify the speaker, the context of the quote, and the fallacy it is guilty of. There are a couple plot based questions and some style analysis questions also. Please pass the word!

HW:

1. Continue researching and start organizing your evidence into the Classical Argument outline - remember your outline will have more evidence in the background and proof section if you are writing the opening speech and less if you are writing the rebuttal speech.  

(you may use the one in your GPS, the digital version below, or your own version - just make sure the outline has all parts of the Classical Argument).

research outline temp.doc

*you are not writing your speech -- just organizing the notes you have

2. Study for the Fallacy/Inherit the Windtest (no essay just the test :) ) 

**Don't forget your fallacy chart is due next class**

Next class you will check in with your debate buddy at the start of class and cross check your rough outlines -- this will help ensure that you don't have any overlap.  

****Date change*****

The Inherit the Wind/Fallacy test and timed prompt are moved to Thursday 3/29 (they were originally set for Tuesday).

HW: 

1. Finish reading Act 3 and filling out the fallacy chart

2. Finalize your "My Argument Plan" (GPS pg 183) and have one person on your team email me your topic, focus, resolution, and syllogism.

3. Start researching your focus -- you need at least 2 sources and 10 notes by next class. 

**It might help to create a debate page on your class page to keep up communications  

HW:

1. Read Act II of Inherit the Wind and continue to fill in fallacy chart

2. Read about the debate, Classical Argument, and SITHS in your GPS (pages 175-177 and 180). As you read each section (there are about 7 total) write a question OR a quick summary about what you read. 

**BLOCK 1 -- you need to add the synthesis essay information (below) to your notes...

Synthesis Essay:

With this essay you will be given an opinion based question. You need to use 3 out of the 8 sources given to you - don't summarize the sources. Use snippets of evidence to help prove your thesis (the answer to the prompt).

Synthesis Essay Steps:

1. Decode the prompt

2. Make a "To Do List"

3. Answer the prompt -- this will include your initial opinions - you will most likely tweak this as you review the sources.

4. Review the sources

       - Be sure to skim the source citation to check if the source is biased

       - Mark parts of the source (evidence) that you could use to answer the

          prompt -- make notes in the margin indicating what you will say  

          about that piece of evidence

      - Note on the top of the source where it might fit in your paper (intro,

         body, rebuttal) 

     **As you review the sources be sure to tweak your thesis as needed 

HW:

1. Start reading Act 1 of Inherit the Wind -- remember the objective for reading this play is to sharpen our fallacy finding skills so jot down examples on your Fallacy Chart.

2. Fill out the soapbox inventory sheet 

I will not see you guys very much over the next two weeks but don't worry there is still work that can be done :) Below are directions for the Fallacy Find Quest that you need to complete by Monday 3/19 -- Have fun!!

**Task 1 (notes on arguments and Fallacies) is due on Friday 3/9 -- we have class that day and will be reviewing the notes**

1. Click on your class page and LOG IN

2. Click on the link to "Fallacy Find"

3. Follow the directions to complete all 5 Tasks - tasks should be completed on a separate paper and will be checked on Monday 3/19.

4. Post at least one comment (question or answer) on the main Fallacy Find page per task (be sure to identify which task the question/answer refers to). The posts serve as an interactive class --

the same rules apply here in regards to being respectful as they do in the classroom.

Revise your Roosevelt essay -- final will be handed in to the SOL proctor next class. 

We didn't talk much about length in class but if you are being concise you should be able to prove your argument in 2-2 1/2 pages. Anything over 3 pages is most likely wordy/repetitive. 

*links to SOL MC and prompt examples are in the above yellow box 

Great job blogging everyone! If you didn't get to submit one blog per chapter page be sure to do so by next class. 

Homework:

1. Finish revising your Roosevelt essay -- bring a hard copy of your draft two to class

2. Study for the Naturalism Quest -- review your notes and be ready to pull out the tenets of Naturalism from passages.   

Homework:

1. Read your assigned chapter in Black Boy. Fill out your about/point/react sheet for NATURE.

**Focus on the last box where you jot down examples that reveal his nature. 

ch1 - ch8

ch2-ch9

ch3-ch10

ch4-ch11

ch5-ch12

ch6-ch13

ch7-ch14

2. NATURE Narrative -- since we are focusing on how nature shapes us write a narrative (true story from your past) that illustrates your innate nature. Think first about what are some key parts of your personality (curious, shy, outgoing, passionate about ____, etc.) and then think of a story that SHOWS that part of your personality.     Narrative should:

       - start with some sort of conflict - this leads to a turning point 

          and resolution

       - be told in-scene as if it is actually happening

       - should include specific images/details

       - should show/imply (not tell) your nature/personality

       * Since it is a story you may also have dialogue.

**BEFORE you start writing read the Nurture Nature Example  (pg 164 in your GPS). You can also read the student example linked below. Notice the first example SHOWS a nature that thirsts for knowledge, while the second shows a nature that is curious.

student nar example_nature.pdf  

Whew! What a crazy day! We covered a lot today and I wanted to make sure everyone understood the homework. Please read the  directions below before starting your homework :)

HOMEWORK:

1. Read your assigned chapter in Black Boy. Fill out your about/point/react sheet.

**Focus on the last box where you jot down events/people/things you think shaped Richard Wright OR things he did that you think were caused by something else in the chapter.

2. Nurture Narrative -- since we are focusing on how nurture shapes us write a narrative (true story from your past) that illustrates how you were nurtured. It could be a story about an event that changed you in some way, or about an interaction with a person that changed you.

    Narrative should:

       - start with some sort of conflict - this leads to a turning point 

          and resolution

       - be told in-scene as if it is actually happening

       - should include specific images/details

       - should show/imply (not tell) how the experience shaped you

       * Since it is a story you may also have dialogue.

**BEFORE you start writing read the Nurture Narrative Example "Shame" (pg 162 in your GPS). You can also read the student example linked below. 

student nar example_nurture.pdf  

**Your Roosevelt argument revision is not due until March 1st**

With the sub you should have reviewed the "Politics of the English Language" justification and then handed it in. Next you should have gone through steps 1-3 on the argument practice sheet (GPS).

Homework:

1. Take the qualifying practice (step 3) and develop it into a TYPED and crafted draft (this means full intro and conclusion).

2. Read "Story of an Hour" and fill out the flow chart. 

In class we took notes on Naturalism and got a new unit chunk :)I will be out on Friday but will leave extra unit chunks with the sub for those of you who were absent. If you were out be sure to copy the notes and try to find aspects of Naturalism in the Dave Mathew's lyrics, Orwell's "Shooting an Elephant", and the Naturalist passages (GPS). Hold onto your answers to "Shooting an Elephant" questions - I will collect them from you on Wed.

HOMEWORK:

Read "Politics of the English Language" (GPS) and read over the correct answers marked in the multiple choice section. Write a justification for each question -- explain why the correct answer is the best option AND why the other options are not the best choice. I've included the homework doc. below for those who were absent.

Politics of Eng lang MC key.pdf

Review for the in class style analysis essay -- review your past essays and notes. Also review your satire terms. 

Satire Station Answers:

Huck station answers.doc  

1. Pick your top 6-7 pieces of evidence that support your side of the debate. The evidence can come from Huck Finn, the homework articles, and the documentary Born To Trouble. 

*Next class you will have 20-30 minutes to work with your teams to do the following:

   - solidify your role (opener, debater, rebutters)

   - prepare your role 

1. Finish your satire work on page 138 of your GPS 

2. Read the articles below - note what each author's opinion is and the evidence they use to support their position.

Yours Truly, Huck Finn_Roy Pearce.pdf

Satire or Evasion.pdf

Say it Aint So Huck Finn_Jane Smiley.pdf

History, Slavery, and Thematic Irony in Huck Finn_Richard Barksdale.pdf

Mark Twain Just Would_Roy Blount Jr.pdf

1. Finish reading Huck Finn

2. Finalize your list of 10 different style examples from Huck Finn

3. Finish your final draft of your description paper (1 page) -- don't forget to upload it to your sharepoint folder :)

1. Read Huck Finn - continue finding 10 different style devices and satirical moments

2. Finish all FIVE quickwrites -- I will be checking them next class

3. Write first draft of description (doesn't need the 5 SAT words)

•Pick ONE of the images you found - write a one page composition that crops this image to convey the category it represents.

•This composition captures a portion of the frame; it does not tell a story or describe the entire image. This should be a moment not a full blown story

•Be sure that all elements of this description enhance the implicit meaning (i.e. verb choice, modifying detail, syntax, sensory description).

•Concentrate on SHOWING and being SPECIFIC   

Continue reading Huck Finn 

Find 5 compelling images (one for each category on the GPS worksheet). Images should be REAL photographs (no cartoons/photoshop) and should capture an emotion or imply a point. 

Start reading Huck Finn -- the novel needs to be finished by 2/3. I suggest counting up the number of pages and looking at a calendar to see how many pages you should read between classes. While reading you need to do the following:

1. Mark any parts that you think contain satire

2. Make a list of at least 10 GPS style devices you see Twain use. Write the name of the device, the example from the novel, and the page number. This is due on the day of the quest (2/3).

**Keep in mind the debate question -- Should Huck Finn be taught in schools? **

Block 2B meet in lab 167 on Thursday for you CWRA

Great job on the test today! No homework -- enjoy your long weekend :) 

**1B your CWRA is on Tuesday -- we will meet in Lab 167. **

HW:

1. Revise your Aphorism paper --see rubric below -- final copy PRINTED is due next class.

General arg Scoring Guide.doc

2. Study for the test - there is a style analysis multiple choice section and then an application section. For the application section you will read a passage and then do the following:

    1. Paraphrase and pepper what the passage was about OR what the author's opinion

        was.

    2.  State what Thoreau OR Emerson would think about it (will have to answer some as

        Thoreau and some as Emerson)

    3.  Cite a nonfiction piece we have read to prove that is what Thoreau or Emerson

         would think (no Night Thoreau Spent in Jail).

HW:

1. Bring your text book for the test review :)

2. TYPE up the first draft of your aphorism paper --- bring a hard copy to class. Don't forget that this is a crafted paper so it needs a full introduction (with hook) and conclusion.

1. Read "Where I Lived and What I Lived For" in L&C page 276-281

   - give yourself 20 minutes to read the first 3 paragraphs and then answer the 9 MC   

     questions. 

   - After the 20 minutes is up put the MC questions aside and finish reading the

     passage.

2. Pick an aphorism from the passage and write it down.  

HW:

**NOTE that the unit has changed -- be sure to check the wiki for updated homework assignments**

Read first 1/2 of "Self-Reliance" (page 107-11) and answer questions 1-8. Answers should be 3-5 sentences and should include:

   1. What Emerson is asserting  - for example when answering question 1 you first 

      need to identify what Emerson implies about genius before you can say if you agree

      or disagree.  

  2. If you agree or disagree - be sure to state this - instead of saying "I think   

      Emerson is correct..." say "Emerson is correct..." 

  3. Explanation of why you agree/disagree with Emerson   

HW:

**Bring in your Into The Wild essay to class**

Muir Prompt on page 106 of GPS - Decode prompt, actively read, write a thesis (play with the formula), and write ONE body paragraph (2 ev/link).  

HW:

1. Finish poem work (page 95-96 in GPS). 

http://www.vcu.edu/engweb/transcendentalism/roots/legacy/whitman/songofmyselfweb.html

2. Read Thoreau's "Walking" (pg 97-98 in GPS) and complete the multiple choice

3. Read Thoreau's "Walking" (pg 99-103 in GPS) and fill in the active reading boxes.  

HW:

1. Finish reading NTSJ and finish Transcendental Tenet Chart/questions

2. Complete the poem work (next two pages in GPS after "Green Blade") Read the poems and answer the questions. **I didn't mention this in class but it is on your unit plan - let me know if you have any questions

HW: Continue reading NTSJ 

HW: Begin reading Night Thoreau Spent in Jail (NTSJ) and jot down examples (with page numbers) of each Transcendental Tenet. 

**Create an open ended question for NIGHT ONE Reading (on bottom of Transcendental Chart)-- this can be character, plot, or D2IS based (on your sheet it says DIDLS - that is the same thing as D2IS).  

HW: Finish your "Rules for Reading Hawthorne"

*Hand in your POD paper next class if you did not hand it in today

HW:

Finish revising your final draft - final is due next class.

You can also upload it to the writing corner (connected to your class page) if you want to have a peer give you additional feedback.

BEFORE you print your final use the "insert comment" under the "Revision" tab in Word to identify and justify your 4 style devices used. 

ALSO be sure your 5 SAT words are in bold

AFTER you print your final use a pen/pencil to mark your 3 PODs and justify why you used them (how it helped emphasize your attitude). 

*Don't forget to upload your final copy to your "AP  11" folder on you student portal.  

HW:

Continue working on the first draft of your POD paper (2-2.5 pages, typed, double spaced). The first draft is due by the end of class Monday.

HW:

Type up and develop your POD practice pieces - each should be 1/2 - 1 page in length. Be sure to print them out for next class -- we will be editing and drafting.

Finish jazzing up your letter -- don't forget to wear it to class tomorrow!

Whew! The test is over!  I know it is stressful to take a timed test but you all did a great job keeping your focus!

Tonight for homework read pages 17-25 in your L&C textbook and take notes on the different Patterns of Development.

HW: Study for the test!!!  

Complete moments and tracker sheet

HW:

Read pages 51-119 in SL and fill in the moments sheet

Continue filling out tracker sheet 

*DYR quiz on the first half of the novel next class!

HW:

Read pages 1-50 in Scarlet Letter

Begin filling out Tracker and Moments sheet

*If you want to fill out the sheet digitally click on the doc below. The only catch is you will need to have a printed copy each class.

Scarlet Letter Tracker_moments.doc  

HW:

Finish final draft of Bradford prompt 

HW: 

Revise your Bradford prompt based off the class discussion and your self edit outline. Remember this is now a CRAFTED essay -- this means what you bring in next class should:

- be typed

- have a full introduction (add hook and background above your thesis)

- have a conclusion (try to return to your hook to help wrap up your essay)

Email me with questions :)

HW: Give yourself 45 minutes to write an essay answering the Bradford prompt. 

**If you didn't get your essay back feel free to email me and I can send you some feedback ** 

HW:

1. Finish CSI ISMS sheet - check below for answers :) 

csi isms key.PDF 

2. Study for ISMS test 

HW:

1. Finish charting the Puritan and the Rationalism passages 

HW:

1. ISMS Multiple Choice -- (pages 55-63 in your GPS). Read each passage (there is one from each time period) and answer the multiple choice questions. Look up any terms you do not know. 

**Some questions/answers were cut off -- look below for missing parts:

Passage 2 - question 24 - option E "Taking the word...such a government." (lines 34-36)

Passage 3 - question 5 - option E: "To emphasize the contrasts evident in the city

HW:

1. Finish your fishbowl prep - you need to have the following:

- Two websites (with MLA citations) - One of the sites is the one linked to the fishbowl 

   prep page, the other you have to find

- the front side of the prep page filled out

        - 5 sentences summarizing your research

        - Observations from your time period's passgage (page 54b in GPS)

        - A question that forces your team to discuss how the passage is typical of writing 

          in that time period

        - An answer to that question 

*I know that the fishbowl prep link said to print something out -- that is not necessary unless you used the digital version of the Fishbowl Prep Page to write your 5 sentences, observation, question, and answer.

2. Finish your Crucible Outline -- final (typed) is due next class. I am staying after in room 135 on Wed for anyone who wants additional help/feedback. If Wed does not work of you, and you want feedback, simply email me your outline prior to 6:00 Wed night.

Class:

1. Reviewed what class will do with the sub next class (blog, edit, prep for ISMS fishbow). 

2. Examined solid examples of Thesis statements from Gatsby outlines - looked at what the links should look like

3. Peer edited Crucible outlines

HW:

1. Revise Crucible outline based off peer feedback -- draft two is due next class (hard copy).

HW:

Type up your first draft of  The Crucible outline - make sure your big idea is BIG enough (outside of plot and character). There are two ways you can organize your evidence -- click on the link below for examples.

Crucible outline options.docx

**If you want to watch the scene again visit your class page link (above) and click on "The Crucible" link.

HW:

1. Finish revising your Gatsby outlines - some reminders:

- the big idea part of your thesis (last part of the formula) should answer the prompt - it should identify what Fitzgerald's attitude is towards 1920's American culture. If you talk about what he thinks about American dreams that is okay as long as you connect it to the culture as a whole -- if you just talk about what Fitzgerald thinks about American dreams you are not answering the question. 

- your evidence should be style based - for example if part of my big idea said that Fitzgerald thinks the American culture is materialistic then my outline might look like this...

     Evidence: "inessential houses"

     Link: My link would explain how this piece of diction helps prove that Fitzgerald thinks American culture is materialistic. Since I'm discussing why Fitzerald used this word I would reference him in my link.

**if you have questions as you revise email me :)

2. Watch a scene from a film or TV show. Use the film analysis sheet in your GPS to analyze the scene. Remember to note your observations (like we did in class) and then pull it all together to write your claim/thesis. Once you have your thesis, break the big idea (last part) into sub claims - write each sub claim (2-3) on your analysis sheet. For each sub claim write an observation in the evidence box (high angle, bottom lighting, etc.) and a link (how that high angle, bottom lighting, etc. proves/supports your sub claim).

HW: Finish revising your Gatsby outlines -- we will look at them one more time next class and I will be checking that you actually REVISED 

**Be sure to check the "Revised Unit Two" linked at the top of this page **

Class: I heard that you all were AMAZING!!!! (which of course I already knew). I know that today was tough, especially finding the shift, but not to worry - we will review it on Thursday and I will answer any questions you have. Be sure to try your best on the outline and email me with any issues that arise.

HW:

1. Finish reading the play (acts III and IV)

2. Finish your Gatsby outline -- It should be TYPED and formated like the one on your Student Agenda. Be sure to bring a hard copy and a digital copy (we will be editing them in class).

1. Finish copying down the class claim (below) if you didn't finish in class

In “Creating an American”, Richard Rodriguez shifts from expectant anecdotes to biting statements using vivid imagery, cultured details , and cold diction, proving the inevitability that American Immigrants face when they assimilate into the “shallow foppery” of harsh American culture.

2. Read Acts I and II of The Crucible - be sure to note characters and actions to get ready for the quiz next class! 

1. Finish Fishbowl prep

2. Finish writing your thesis/claim for "Creating an American" - remember squeeze down to ONE sentence!

fishbowl feedback_American Dream.doc  

1. Finish reading Cosco article from class using INSERT

check for something you already know, + for new info, * if it looks important, x if you disagree, and ? if you don't understand it.

2. Finish half of the Fishbowl Prep

    - Read the passage from Black Boy and use it to answer the summer reading questions

     (first page of fishbowl sheet)

     -  Read two of the five focus articles - should read them actively (mark them up with

       notes in the margins) and use them to fill out the prep sheet (page two of the

       fishbowl packet).

1. Read "Close Reading" in your L&C text books and take notes (pages 35- top of 42).

2. Watch the PowerPoint show below and take notes on loose and periodic sentences 

LoosevsPeriodic.ppsx  

1. MC questions -- time yourself for 20 min. If time is up and you have yet to finish draw a line to mark your spot and finish answering the questions. Once done look up any words/terms you did not know and write the definition on your answer sheet. 

2. Essay question - time yourself for 45 min. and hand write the essay. Remember:

- It doesn't have to be a standard 5 paragraph essay -- focus on a strong and clear thesis statement and at least two (more if possible) body paragraphs to support it. Whe using evidence from the passage use short snippets (no long quotes) and focus on the link (explaining HOW the quote supports your thesis).

- Mark where you are in the essay when 45 min is up then finish up that paragraph. 

1. Get student info sheet filled out and signed

2. Study for Summer Assignment Quest

3. Create an "AP11 Writing" folder on your student portal -- upload your two summer assignment essays.

Directions to create digital Portfolio on Student Portal.docx  

*If you asked me to change your password it was changed to Password1