English 10-Period 1 Assignments

Watch the movie Freedom Writers-Watched as a class

Plot Element Project based on the movie:
You may choose to do a Google slides presentation or a poster. 
You must include all plot elements and write a paragraph for each element.
The elements are: exposition, rising action, climax, falling action, and resolution
You must include images from the movie that connect to each plot element. 
Resources: you may Google student samples for ideas, you may rewatch the movie if you have Paramount + or Amazon Prime (the cost to rent it is $2.99), or you can watch specific parts of it on YouTube.

Watch the movie Freedom Writers-Watched as a class

Plot Element Project based on the movie:
You may choose to do a Google slides presentation or a poster. 
You must include all plot elements and write a paragraph for each element.
The elements are: exposition, rising action, climax, falling action, and resolution
You must include images from the movie that connect to each plot element. 
Resources: you may Google student samples for ideas, you may rewatch the movie if you have Paramount + or Amazon Prime (the cost to rent it is $2.99), or you can watch specific parts of it on YouTube.

Watch the movie Freedom Writers-Watched as a class

Plot Element Project based on the movie:
You may choose to do a Google Slides presentation or a poster. 
You must include all plot elements and write a well-detailed paragraph for each element.
You must include a quote from the story in each paragraph.
The elements are: exposition, rising action, climax, falling action, and resolution-below is the notes that we did as a class on the board. 
You must include images from the movie (found on Google) that connect to each plot element. 
You may email the images to me and I will print them out for you. 
Resources: you may Google student samples for ideas, you may rewatch the movie if you have Paramount + or Amazon Prime (the cost to rent it is $2.99) account, or you can watch specific parts of it on YouTube for FREE.
You may text or call me at 626-548-8515 if you need any clarifications.

Attached below is the test. 
TAKE YOUR TIME
Details matter
You will be graded on the QUALITY of your answers. 
Please let me know if you have any questions or just need clarification. 

When you have completed the test, please work on your poster.

Directions: The Doll's House and The Necklace
Write an introductory paragraph.
Write a body paragraph- 2 compare examples and 2 contrast examples
Write a conclusion paragraph
Compare means what is the same about the two stories.
Contrast means what is different about the two stories.

First paragraph: 
Introduce the two stories with  explaining what the two stories are about.
Second Paragraph:
Compare and contrast the two stories. What is the same and what is different with explanation. 
Third Paragraph: 
Conclude with the common theme of the two stories.
Include your perspective of the two stories.

In 4-5 sentences explain what the article is about.

After reading the article, would you eat lab-grown chicken? 

Why or why not? Explain your answer!

In 4-5 sentences explain what the article is about.

After reading the article, would you eat lab-grown chicken? 

Why or why not? Explain your answer!

Journal Prompt


Quick Write Questions:
Explain in your own words what empathy means.
Give an example of a time where you may have not shown empathy. GIVE DETAILS!!
Give an example of someone who showed you empathy. Explain what you were going through and how you were showed empathy.

Journal Prompt


Quick Write Questions:
Explain in your own words what empathy means.
Give an example of a time where you may have not shown empathy. GIVE DETAILS!!
Give an example of someone who showed you empathy. Explain what you were going through and how you were showed empathy.

In 4-5 sentences explain what the article is about.

After reading the article, would you eat lab-grown chicken? 

Why or why not? Explain your answer!

Journal Prompt


Quick Write Questions:
Explain in your own words what empathy means.
Give an example of a time where you may have not shown empathy. GIVE DETAILS!!
Give an example of someone who showed you empathy. Explain what you were going through and how you were showed empathy.

In 4-5 sentences explain what the article is about.

After reading the article, would you eat lab-grown chicken? 

Why or why not? Explain your answer!

Journal Prompt


Quick Write Questions:
Explain in your own words what empathy means.
Give an example of a time where you may have not shown empathy. GIVE DETAILS!!
Give an example of someone who showed you empathy. Explain what you were going through and how you were showed empathy.

Partner Discussion and paragraph on a Google Doc with proper grammar and a minimum of 5 sentences.
Introductory sentence
Detail 1
Detail 2
Detail 3
Concluding sentence

Writing Prompt: 
Is your school year going as you are expecting so far? 
How is it going? Describe
Do you want to make any adjustments moving forward?
EXPLAIN why or why not?

Writing Prompt: 
Is your school year going as you are expecting so far? 
How is it going? Describe
Do you want to make any adjustments moving forward?
EXPLAIN why or why not?

Writing Prompt: 
Is your school year going as you are expecting so far? 
How is it going? Describe
Do you want to make any adjustments moving forward?
EXPLAIN why or why not?

Writing Prompt: 
Is your school year going as you are expecting so far? 
How is it going? Describe
Do you want to make any adjustments moving forward?
EXPLAIN why or why not?

Assignment: Using the Student Dictionary Link below write the definition for Character Development.
Quick Write Prompt: Trump Surrenders

Quick Write Questions:
What is the article about in a summary? Why or Why not?
Does the article appear biased?
What is your opinion of the article? Back up your opinion with valid reasons.

Quick Write Questions:
What is the article about in a summary? Why or Why not?
Does the article appear biased?
What is your opinion of the article? Back up your opinion with valid reasons.

Assignment:
Complete the Nearpod with Mrs. Acosta.

Assignment:
Complete the Nearpod with Mrs. Acosta.

Quick Write Questions:
What is the article about in a summary? Why or Why not?
Does the article appear biased?
What is your opinion of the article? Back up your opinion with valid reasons.

Assignment:
Complete the Nearpod with Mrs. Acosta.

Quick Write Questions:
What is the article about in a summary? Why or Why not?
Does the article appear biased?
What is your opinion of the article? Back up your opinion with valid reasons.

Assignment:
Complete the Nearpod with Mrs. Acosta.

Journal Reflection: "What disaster happened in Hawaii?" Give me details of at least 4-5 sentences.
1. Look up the word of the week and write its definition. Be ready to explain what it could mean. 

Journal Reflection: "What disaster happened in Hawaii?" Give me details of at least 4-5 sentences.
1. Look up the word of the week and write its definition. Be ready to explain what it could mean. 

Journal Reflection: "What disaster happened in Hawaii?" Give me details of at least 4-5 sentences.
1. Look up the word of the week and write its definition. Be ready to explain what it could mean. 

Journal Reflection: "What disaster happened in Hawaii?" Give me details of at least 4-5 sentences.
1. Look up the word of the week and write its definition. Be ready to explain what it could mean. 

What is My Name About
Draw your name in an artful way.
Design your rough draft graffiti art name. 
Due: Wednesday-8/23 

What is My Name About
Draw your name in an artful way.
Design your rough draft graffiti art name. 
Due: Wednesday-8/23 

Please create a Google doc. Please write a paragraph about your name and include...

Name
Date
Period
Begin your paragraph- My name is________.
It comes from ________.
Answer these questions:
Were you named after anyone? Who? Why?
Do you wish you had a different name? Which name and why? 
If you like your name, tell me why?
What do you think your name says about you? Qualities, personality (describe yourself)
Give examples...

Please create a Google doc. Please write a paragraph about your name and include...

Name
Date
Period
Begin your paragraph- My name is________.
It comes from ________.
Answer these questions:
Were you named after anyone? Who? Why?
Do you wish you had a different name? Which name and why? 
If you like your name, tell me why?
What do you think your name says about you? Qualities, personality (describe yourself)
Give examples...

What is My Name About
Draw your name in an artful way.
Design your rough draft graffiti art name. 
Due: Wednesday-8/23 

Please create a Google doc. Please write a paragraph about your name and include...

Name
Date
Period
Begin your paragraph- My name is________.
It comes from ________.
Answer these questions:
Were you named after anyone? Who? Why?
Do you wish you had a different name? Which name and why? 
If you like your name, tell me why?
What do you think your name says about you? Qualities, personality (describe yourself)
Give examples...

What is My Name About
Draw your name in an artful way.
Design your rough draft graffiti art name. 
Due: Wednesday-8/23 

Please create a Google doc. Please write a paragraph about your name and include...

Name
Date
Period
Begin your paragraph- My name is________.
It comes from ________.
Answer these questions:
Were you named after anyone? Who? Why?
Do you wish you had a different name? Which name and why? 
If you like your name, tell me why?
What do you think your name says about you? Qualities, personality (describe yourself)
Give examples...

Tell me who you are through a Google Slide or Prezi presentation.
Have a minimum of 6-7 slides.
You will be graded on creativity, use of media (real pictures, computer images, colors, borders, etc)
Titles to include are Title Page, Introductory slide (this is where you introduce yourself), Family members, friends, likes, dislikes, Fun Facts about yourself, Future Goals and Plans (after high school)

Tell me who you are through a Google Slide or Prezi presentation.
Have a minimum of 6-7 slides.
You will be graded on creativity, use of media (real pictures, computer images, colors, borders, etc)
Titles to include are Title Page, Introductory slide (this is where you introduce yourself), Family members, friends, likes, dislikes, Fun Facts about yourself, Future Goals and Plans (after high school)

Tell me who you are through a Google Slide or Prezi presentation.
Have a minimum of 6-7 slides.
You will be graded on creativity, use of media (real pictures, computer images, colors, borders, etc)
Titles to include are Title Page, Introductory slide (this is where you introduce yourself), Family members, friends, likes, dislikes, Fun Facts about yourself, Future Goals and Plans (after high school)

Tell me who you are through a Google Slide or Prezi presentation.
Have a minimum of 6-7 slides.
You will be graded on creativity, use of media (real pictures, computer images, colors, borders, etc)
Titles to include are Title Page, Introductory slide (this is where you introduce yourself), Family members, friends, likes, dislikes, Fun Facts about yourself, Future Goals and Plans (after high school)