Syllabus 12/1 to 12/5

Monday

Due: Read Ch 12 to 16 in BB and answer questions: They will be posted on the blog. You don’t have to write out the questions, just number them.
Due: Read/mark – up information on ARITS Act I and “Recalling details (dreams)” sheet

In class:
· Review and begin to collect info on Act I: character info and study questions
Due tomorrow: ARITS Act I: Study Questions
Due Thursday: Grammar work: Pages/exercises will be on the blog by the close of school on Monday. Stay tuned…
Due Friday: Reflective Essay: Turn-it-in AND hard copy FINAL COPY READY.


Tuesday

Due: Act I: Study Questions

In class:
Brainstorm/Begin Rough Draft of Reflective Essay

Due tomorrow: Read: ARITS Act II, scene 1: Study Questions


Wednesday
Due: Read: ARITS Act II, scene 1: Study Questions

In class:
Review
Small group read

Due tomorrow:
Grammar Work:
Finish Act II


Thursday

Due: Read: ARITS Act II
In class:
Characterization and Dialogue from Act I and II
Due tomorrow:
Finish Class work
Reflective Essay/Turn-it-in


Friday

Due: Reflective essay/Turn-it-in
In class:
Read/Highlight Act II: FYI
Poem: Queens, 1963
Due Monday: Finish Classwork AND Read BB: Finish novel and complete assignment on the blog

Black Boy Study Questions: Ch. 12 - 16

Ch. 12-14:

1. Identify Shorty. Describe his character and compare his personality to Richard.
2. Why did Richard Fight Harrison?
3. What was the Result of the fight?
4. What author/editor intrigued Richard? Explain who he/she is.
5. How did Richard manage to get books from the Library?
6. What effect did the books have on Richard?
7. How did Richard finally get to go North from Memphis?
8. Explain the last line in ch. 14: "This was the culture from which I sprang. This was the terror from which I fled."

Ch. 15-16:

1. Describe Richard's reaction to Chicago. Why did it seem "unreal"? What were the racial differences?
2. Explain: "That voice jarred me...storekeepers in Arkansas" (263). How does this show his growth and marturity?
3. Describe Richards reaction and feelings toward Mr/Mrs. Hoffman. Use specific detail from the novel with page numbers!
4. Who are the "garveyites"? What was so intriguing about them?
5. What differences did Richard see in The Negro Communists and Negro Preachers?
6. Explain the significance of: "I felt that the Negro could not...so well as the negro could" (297-8).
7. Why did Richard write: "I protest this fraud"?

Grammar Game

Hey everyone:

I wanted to tell you that I thought the game went really well and I hope you had fun. I am glad that I am able to do hands-on activities with you instead of exercises just from the book. Hopefully, this game is a good way for you to practice some of the grammar techniques we have done so far.

I hope to work out any kinks so that the game works better for next time. Any suggestions: words I should add, types of tasks you should do, or just the overall fucntionality of the game?

Have a wonderful Thanksgiving and I will see you Monday!

~Ms. G

Syllabus: 11/24 to 11/28

Monday
Due: Read Ch 7-11 in BB and answer questions from blog.
In class:
Finish reading ACT one in A Raisin in the Sun (ARITS ).
HOMEWORK:

Due tomorrow: ARITS Recalling Detail worksheet: Dreams of each Character

Tuesday

Due: ARITS Recalling Detail worksheet

In class:
Grammar Game. Bring your “A” game!

HOMEWORK:

Due Monday: Read Ch 12 to 16 in BB and answer questions: They will be posted on the blog. You don’t have to write out the questions, just number them. AND Read/mark – up information on ARITS Act I. You will be responsible for this information! Be prepared for a quiz when you return!


Wednesday
Half Day
Spirit Day!


Thursday
GOBBLE, GOBBLE! Happy Thanksgiving!

Friday

Enjoy your day off!
Don’t shop too much!
Due Monday: Read Ch 12 to 16 in BB and answer questions: They will be posted on the blog. You don’t have to write out the questions, just number them. AND Read/mark – up information on ARITS Act I. You will be responsible for this information!
Be prepared for a quiz when you return!

Black Boy: Ch 7 - 11

Directions: Please read chapters 7 - 11 and insightfully answer the questions below. You do not need to write out the questions again, but be sure they are numbered and answered insightfully.

ALL QUESTIONS ARE DUE MONDAY, EVEN CH. 7.

HOWEVER, CH 7 MUST BE READ FOR FRIDAY.

Ch 7-8

1. What was the Vodoo of Hell's Half Acre?
2. What did the north symbolize for Richard?
3. What effect did the death of Ned's brother, Bob, have on Richard? Give specifics from the text.
4. Why did Richard refuse to deliver the pre-written graduation speech?

Ch 9-11

1. What three incidents left an impression on Richard during his time working at the clothing store?
2. what advice did Griggs give Richard?
3. Why did Richard quit working at the optical company?
4. Describe Mr. Crane's attitude towards Richard.
5. How did Richard get enough money to go North?
6. Why did Richard resort to crime?
7. Who was Mrs. Moss? Bess?
8. What plans did Mrs. Moss have for Richard?
9. Why did Richard refuse Bess?

Syllabus 11/17 to 11/21

Monday
Due: Read Ch 5-6 in BB and answer questions from blog.
In class we will answer the questions/analyze passages.
Vocabulary for chapters 5 – 6
HOMEWORK:
Due tomorrow: Finish class work from today
Due Thursday: Grammar work: Pages 787 -795: Diagnostic Tests A and B, Exercises 1 -2. Remember to write out your sentences!!

Due Friday: BB ch 7/questions on Blog

Tuesday
Writer’s Workshop: WH papers passed backed and review how to structure paragraphs

HOMEWORK:
NADA/ZIP/ZERO

Wednesday
Read/analyze Langton Hughes’ Poem
Begin Reading Raisin Act I
HOMEWORK:
Due tomorrow: Grammar Work


Thursday
Due: Grammar work
Read Raisin

HOMEWORK:
Due tomorrow: BB ch 7/questions

Friday
Due: BB ch 7/questions
Review BB/Read Raisin

HOMEWORK:
Due Monday: Read Ch 8-11 in BB and answer questions: They will be posted on the blog. You don’t have to write out the questions, just number them.

Black Boy Questions: Ch 5 and 6

Please answer the following questions below. You don't need to print or rewrite the questions, just number and answer in complete sentences. Incorporate specifc details from the novel.

Ch 5 - 6

1. Find an interesting citation from chapters 5 - 6 and explain, in detail what the quote means and how it indicates change and growth for the character.
2. How did Richard's family react to his sixth grade promotion?
3. Why did Richard sell anti-Negro newspapers?
4. Why did Addie say she would kill Richard?
5. Who was Brother Manse and what did Richard gain from his job with him?
6. How did Addi and Granny react to Grandpa’s death?
7. What was Richard’s mother’s reaction to his defiance of Granny and Addie and their consent to his working?
8. Explain why Richard did not want to work for the white woman who gave him moldy molasses.
9. Why did Richard begin attending Sunday School?
10. Why did Richard finally consent to being baptized in the church?
11. Why did Richard threaten to cut his Uncle Tom with razors?

I Can't Stop Watching This!

Hey everyone!

I thought I would share with you the following link. Since you know how much I love dogs, it should come as no surprise that I can't stop watching these puppies! They are just too cute!

Enjoy them and hope you had a great day off from school!

Click here: Puppy Web Cam

~Ms. G

Journal: The American Dream

Respond thoughtfully to the following topic. There is no "correct" answer; make sure you support yourself and your opinion using specific ideas and instances from personal experiences. Be sure to answer all of the questions. At least TWO paragraphs and Elaborate and explain your thinking.

What is "The American Dream"? Why do you define it as such? Does it really exist, why or why not? Is this dream different based on your gender, race, religion, economic status? Why or why not? Does this dream change over time for an individual and/or has it changed in society over time? Explain.

Remember: Post in the correct comments section, post your name and section in your response. No name = no credit still applies...

Journal: Winning the Lottery

For this journal, respond honestly and insightfully to the following statements. Be specific with your ideas and opinions. Must be at least 2 paragraphs.

What would you do if you won the lottery? How would you choose to spend your money. Be specific in your allotment. Where would you go, what would you do, who would you share it with, how much would you save? Why? Ultimately, how would this financial change affect you, your family and your life both positively and negatively?

Remember: post your name and section. Due by the start of class on WEDNESDAY. I am excited to read your ideas!

Syllabus 11/10 - 11/14

Monday
Due: Read ch 3 -4
· In class we will answer the questions/analyze passages.
· Vocabulary for chapters 3-4
Homework:
Due Wednesday: JOURNAL ON THE BLOG: “Winning the Lottery”,Answer the question and respond to your peers. Due by the start of class tomorrow
Due Wednesday: Finish class work from today
Due Friday:Quiz: ch 1-4 in BB, vocabulary/research info.


Tuesday
NO SCHOOL!!


Wednesday
Due: 3-4 questions/Blog journal “Lottery”
BRING WRITING/GRAMMAR BOOKS TO CLASS!
Complete designated assignment and write out your sentences.
Due tomorrow:
JOURNAL ON THE BLOG: “American Dream”
Answer the question and respond to your peers.
Due by the start of class tomorrow


Thursday
Due: Blog Journal: “American Dream”
BRING WRITING/GRAMMAR BOOKS TO CLASS!
Complete designated assignment and write out your sentences.
Due tomorrow: Study for quiz

Friday
Due: Quickie Quiz on BB/research questions ch 1 4
Review Quiz
Due Monday: Read Ch 5-6 in BB and answer questions: They will be posted on the blog. You don’t have to write out the questions, just number them.

Syllabus: 11/3 to 11/7

Monday

Due: BB chapters 1-2
Richard Wright/BB background Info
HOMEWORK:
Due tomorrow:
Answer questions ch 1-2


Tuesday

DUE: ch 1-2 questions
Review

HOMEWORK
Due tomorrow:
nothing


Wednesday

Webquest assignment: Report to class, then we will go to the computer lab in room 222
HOMEWORK
Due tomorrow:
Work on your webquest.


Thursday

Report Directly to room 222
HOMEWORK:
Due tomorrow:
Finish webquest
Use email, phone calls, AIM, to communicate with your partners (remember: emails are located on the blog too…use your resources and SOLVE THE PROBLEM!).
Final copy ready.


Friday


Due: Webquest
Review
HOMEWORK
Due Monday:
Read ch 3 -4 and answer questions