Friday, September 24, 2010

Monday, Sept 27, Characterization, Prepositions, Sub/Verb

Objective: Today, we will analyze characterization and how it motivates behavior. We will learn new literary terms and apply them to characters in the story, "Thank You Maam." We will also continue to work on grammar in order to improve writing skills.

Do NOW:

Constructed response

1. Today's story, "Thank You Maam" centers around characterization. Often, character traits are suggested or inferred by your reputation. Reputation is developed how? How does reputation affect your behavior and the choices you make? How does your reputation determine how others treat you? Write a well thought out paragraph in your notebook.

TAKE OUT HOMEWORK (creative writing) if you didnt turn in on Friday.

2. together, we will read pages 84-85 in textbook. Review literary terms on page 51 of holt reader.

3. Read introduction on page 52 of soft holt reader. Begin reading "Thank you MAAM." IDENTIFY character traits by what is inferred through dialogue, actions, speech, dress, appearance, attitude, etc.

4. Use information to make inferences and build a character profile for each Roger and Mrs. JONES.

5. Do exercises from holt reader in groups for reinforcement of knowledge.

6. Grammar - subject verb / agreement..

HW - PREP PHRASES HANDOUTS... COMPLETE CHARACTER TRAIT LISTS

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