English 10-Period 3 Assignments

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Read the prompt on slide 6 and brainstorm ideas and write a thesis statement using the process we practiced in class.

Read the prompt on slide 6 and brainstorm ideas and write a thesis statement using the process we practiced in class.

Read the prompt on slide 6 and brainstorm ideas and write a thesis statement using the process we practiced in class.

Follow the instructions on the doc to write a draft of your poem and paragraph.

Follow the instructions on the doc to write a draft of your poem and paragraph.

Follow the instructions on the doc to write a draft of your poem and paragraph.

Please upload the final draft of your poem and paragraphs here (the last paragraphs of your biography). It should be on a new doc, not the original assignment.

Please upload the final draft of your poem and paragraphs here (the last paragraphs of your biography). It should be on a new doc, not the original assignment.

Please upload the final draft of your poem and paragraphs here (the last paragraphs of your biography). It should be on a new doc, not the original assignment.

Questions--20 pts
Character chart--10 pts
Big Ideas--50 pts

Questions--20 pts
Character chart--10 pts
Big Ideas--50 pts

Complete the attached doc to create a rough draft of your poem and prose.

Using a motif of your choice from The Poet X, and evidence from the group charts, write a strong paragraph analyzing the development of the motif in part 1 (up to pg. 61).

Using a motif of your choice from The Poet X, and evidence from the group charts, write a strong paragraph analyzing the development of the motif in part 1 (up to pg. 61).

Attach your double spaced final draft here. Assessment grade

Remember, your final draft should be clean--no highlighting! 

Attach your double spaced final draft here. Assessment grade

Remember, your final draft should be clean--no highlighting! 

Read The Poet X pg. 55-66 and add to the "big ideas."

Your Most Impactful Day

Your Most Impactful Day

Assessment grade
rough draft due Thursday

rough draft due Thursday

Optional intervention for struggling students.

Optional intervention for struggling students.

Handout completed in class 4/6. Do the analogy on the back of the handout.

Handout completed in class 4/6. Do the analogy on the back of the handout.

Respond to each of the writing prompts below. Each response should be at least 1/2 page (ds), which is 8-10 good sentences.

Respond to each of the writing prompts below. Each response should be at least 1/2 page (ds), which is 8-10 good sentences.

Describe an experience that caused you to change something about yourself. What effect did it have on who you are today?

Describe an experience that caused you to change something about yourself. What effect did it have on who you are today?

In what ways do you identify yourself? (For example, daughter/son, student, specific culture, gender, religion, etc.) Describe all of your “selves”.

In what ways do you identify yourself? (For example, daughter/son, student, specific culture, gender, religion, etc.) Describe all of your “selves”.

The one pager instructions are attached (handout also provided in class). The one pager will be collected on Friday and does not need to be submitted here--not a part of the weekly slides points.

The one pager instructions are attached (handout also provided in class). The one pager will be collected on Friday and does not need to be submitted here--not a part of the weekly slides points.

I will be checking daily assignments for completion. Make sure you are doing the reading work daily!

Directions for today's activity are posted on the slides below. If you turned your work in on paper you DO NOT need to turn it in here.

An additional 20 points will be given for the presentation of your mise en scene photo on Tuesday. You cannot get these points if you are not prepared with your photo in class.

Choose one of the following essay prompts and write a 4-5 paragraph essay using your notes from the film. Please double space.

Use the slides below to complete your individual assignments for each day, as well as your group role for the week.

In your journal--

Explain how T'Challa is struggling with the idea that with power comes great responsibility. How do other characters help him to navigate difficult decisions about Wakanda and aid to the outside world?

In your journal:
Describe the gender roles in Wakandan society.

I will read a few anecdotes about students dealing with gender expectations. When prompted, complete the attached slides.

Take notes as you watch on your two characters. Transfer your notes to a new slide on your slideshow. Be sure to address all of the bullet points. Be as detailed as possible. Also add a picture of your characters somewhere on your slideshow.

Choose one of the four books to read for this unit.

Follow the directions on the doc below to create your slideshow infographic.

In your journal: Think about the texts that we have read and created so far in this unit. How would you describe the relationship between power and freedom?

In your journal, write a reflection on your speech. How did you feel before presenting? What did you do well, what could you improve for next time?

Read the attached short story and answer the first read comprehension questions on a doc. 

Create a new doc and answer the questions using Malala's speech.

Give your speech to someone different than yesterday. Complete the attached form for your partner. Be sure to share the form with them as well.

Using the handout provided in class, as well as the list of charting verbs (posted with Kennedy assignment), chart Malala's speech to the UN.

With a partner, fill in the following 2 slides using the word bank.

Use the example posted to complete your speech purpose and claim.

IN YOUR JOURNAL:
Write an anecdote about a time that you learned an important lesson about life.

Remember: an anecdote is a small story about a real event.

Read the poems "Caged Bird" and "To Those Who Will Spend Some Time in Prison" on pg. 326-29, and answer the comprehension questions on pg. 330-31 in your book. No need to submit here unless you are absent.

1. Summarize the poems "Caged Bird" and "For Those Who Will Spend Some Time in Prison." What do you think each is about? 
2. How does each poem address freedom and power?

Complete the study guide provided in class.

On a separate paper, create an advertisement using all three appeals--logos, ethos, and pathos. Your ad must be on a topic that you have credibility with, and you need to use images and words on your ad. 

Using the handout provided in class, and the example provided, chart JFKs speech.

Complete the following prompt in your journal:

Write about a time that you did not have the freedom to do something that you wanted, or when you had freedom to do something, and the way that made you feel.

To be done in journal

Submit a clean copy of your short story here. Include a title and make sure you double space.

Using your theme statement and evidence, write a paragraph. Directions on slide.

Use the attached doc to edit on your printed draft.

Using the character analysis handout from yesterday (one side is Faber), use the other side to fill out character analysis for Captain Beatty. Use quotes from part 1 for the beginning, and part 2 for the middle. Keep the end blank.
 
Submit in class on Thursday.

Your short story draft should be between 1.5-3 pages double spaced.

Be sure to try to include all 5 short story elements.

I have attached the handouts provided in class. 

Using the evidence you collected for the motif of knowledge vs ignorance, write a paragraph that includes the following:
-topic sentence (use one of your theme statements--either knowledge or ignorance).
-three pieces of evidence from your motif
-commentary (this explains how your evidence proves your topic sentence)

Done in class on paper, unless absent. 

handout provided in class

Complete the questions on the doc below. We will go over them in class tomorrow so if you do not turn them in on time, you will not be able to get credit for them later.

Read the attached editorial and one of the articles that are linked. Then, on the doc below, write your response to this question: What are your thoughts about censorship? What other examples of censorship in the world have you heard of?

Directions attached. Please complete your assignment on paper. Due at the beginning of class tomorrow.

Done on paper in class.

Annotate the text for Gregor's deteriorating condition as well as his family's feelings and attitudes towards him. Then, answer the question at the bottom of the second page using examples from the text to support your response.

Watch the video and answer the questions on the doc. You will need to be signed in to savaas through Clever in order to access it.

on the attached doc

Follow the directions on the slide to complete your graphic novel panels (on paper).

Using the notes that you took in class while watching the documentary, follow the directions provided to write an essay that analyzes the film.

Tuesday: only write the thesis and then submit!
Wednesday: one body paragraph should be complete
Thursday--both body para due before class on Friday

Use the attached quotes in your practice sentences.

1. On the title slide add your book's title and author/illustrator
2. On the second slide, write the name(s) of your main character(s) and provide a brief description of them.
3. On slide 3, choose 1-2 panels from the first part of your novel and explain the author's style of illustration, thought/speech bubbles, use of color, and any other relevant detail that makes your novel unique.

Elite athletes can be considered outsiders because of their single mindedness and above average athletic ability. As you watch part of the documentary, pay attention to the elements on the doc below.

Complete the questions using the graphic novel and slides 2-6.

What did you learn about outsiders and the need to belong from your conversations with other students yesterday?

You need to find 3 sources (video, text, etc) and take notes to answer the question you were assigned. Be sure to give source credit--author, title, site, date.

If you are a 1 do research on the following: Do people need to belong? 

If you are a 2: How is being an outsider both harmful and helpful?

What have you learned so far about your topic from yesterday--either being an outsider or belonging? Don't look at your notes, do your best to use your own words!

Do people need to belong? In what ways do you feel like you belong, and in what ways do you feel like an outsider? Discuss specific situations, groups, and other experiences you have had.

Write a summary of Mary Oliver's credo/beliefs as revealed in her poem "Wild Geese." 3-5 sentences

Prompt: Discuss the credo presented in yesterday's text "Credo: What I Believe." What beliefs stick out to your as most important or interesting?

Read the attached personal essay and answer the questions on the doc below.

Create your own bumper sticker or meme that conveys a personal belief. Your meme/bumpersticker should include both an image and words. In addition, it should be in color or shaded if applicable. It must be original! Be ready to explain why you made the choices that you did. 
You can create your meme/bumper sticker on paper or on the computer. If you choose the computer, images must be original. 

Make a copy of your rough draft and share it will a peer. Then, have them make the comments on that draft and fill out the form.

Upload your first draft here. Make sure you spell check!

Plan your credo essay using the graphic organizer provided in class. Write your thesis using the 3 step method.

With your group, complete the following assignment on a poster paper provided in class. Please use a different color for each text/author.

Complete the assignment on the handout provided in class. You do not need to upload a picture here, just bring the hard copy tomorrow.
If you were absent, you may complete this online.

To be completed in your notebook.


What is a "talk" you haven't had with your parents, friends, or others but wish you could? What would you want to say to them in that conversation and why has it been so difficult to have that conversation?

Follow the directions on the slide to complete the work.

read the poem and mark it for imagery and figurative language. In the SAY column, write down 4-5 images and 4-5 examples of figurative language. Then, in the MEAN column, explain what two of each really mean. (Examples provided in class).

On the back side, find one stanza that has a lesson and explain what the lesson is, and then what belief (credo) this reveals. 

We will finish in class on Thursday.

prompt: choose one or two lines from Sarah Kay's poem B(If I Should Have a Daughter) that you found interesting or meaningful. Write the line(s) in your journal and then explain why you chose it. Do you share this same view or belief? Explain.

On the bottom of your handout from today, answer the following questions.

What has the text taught you about being an outsider in school? What do teenagers need to remember--what advice would you give someone else?

You do not need to submit here.

Please complete the following form.

Using the instructions below, create a circle map and fill it with answers to the essential questions.