Period 2-English 11/12 Assignments

In Chapter 17, Katniss wears a wedding dress that President Snow chose. It is not the wedding dress Katniss and Cinna, her stylist would choose. Cinna decided to alter her dress and asked her to make sure she twirls around. During her interview with Caesar Flickerman, she twirls and her dress burns away, leaving her dressed with feathers as a Mockingjay. 

Question:

Why did Cinna alter Katniss' wedding dress? How do you think President Snow will react to these alterations?
*Explain your thoughts in detail (5-7 sentences minimum), then respond respectfully to 2 classmates (3-4 sentences minimum per response).

During Katniss and Peeta's Victory Tour in District 11, Peeta states, “It can in no way
replace your losses, but as a token of our thanks we'd like for each
of the tributes' families from District Eleven to receive one month
of our winnings every year for the duration of our lives.”

Question:
Do you agree that Peeta and Katniss should give the District 11's Tribute's families a month of their winnings every year? Also, why do you think Peeta made this offer at all?

*Explain your thoughts in detail (5-7 sentences minimum), then respond respectfully to 2 classmates (3-4 sentences minimum per response).

After reading chapter 1 complete the questions on the attached document. Check your grammar and spelling prior to submitting.

Each student will have their own document to write on and submit.

Prior to reading The Hunger Games, complete the journal on the attached document. Check your grammar and spelling prior to submitting.

Each student will have their own document to edit and submit.

Follow the directions on the attached handout for the vocabulary words and definitions provided.

Each student will have their own copy to edit and submit.

Use the following document to write a summary of "The Tell-Tale Heart" by Katherine Anne Porter.

Each student will have their document to edit and submit.

After reading, "The Tell-Tale Heart," complete the journal on the attached document. Check your grammar and spelling prior to submitting.

Each student will have their own document to edit and submit.

Follow the directions on the attached handout for the vocabulary words and definitions provided.

Each student will have their own copy to edit and submit.

After reading "The Tell-Tale Heart," complete the questions on the attached document. Check your grammar and spelling prior to submitting.

Each student will have their own document to write on and submit.

After reading "The Jilting of Granny Weatherall," complete the questions on the attached document. Check your grammar and spelling prior to submitting.

Each student will have their own document to write on and submit.

Use the following document to write a summary of "The Jilting of Granny Weatherall" by Katherine Anne Porter.

Each student will have their document to edit and submit.

After reading "The Jilting of Granny Weatherall," complete the questions on the attached document. Check your grammar and spelling prior to submitting.

Each student will have their own document to write on and submit.

After reading The Jilting of Granny Weatherall, complete the comprehension check (#1-5) in your textbook on page 852 using complete sentences. Check your grammar and spelling prior to submitting.

Upload a legible photo of page 852.

REMINDER: YOU WERE ASKED TO HAND WRITE THIS IN YOUR TEXTBOOK - DO NOT TYPE.

Directions:
1. Read and respond to the following writing prompt. Be thorough and thoughtful in your response (at least 5-6 detailed sentences).
2. Next, respond to 2 other classmate's posts with your thoughts and feelings and/or personal experiences. Responses can also include positive advice to the author. Be respectful and provide a response of at least 3-4 sentences for each response (2 total).
3. Check your spelling and grammar before submitting; this counts as part of your grade.

You may need to revisit this discussion board in order to respond to (2) other classmates before the deadline. I'd also like like you to revisit the discussion board to monitor potential responses to your original post. Again, be school appropriate and thoughtful.

PROMPT:
Would you stop being friends with someone if your parents asked you to? Explain, in detail, why or why not.

Read the directions and writing prompt on the attached document. Check your grammar and spelling prior to submitting.

Follow the directions on the attached handout for the vocabulary words on page 842 of your English 11 Pearson textbook.

Each student will have their own copy to edit and submit.

Highlight the top 3 presenters from our presentations today. Take a photo and upload here.

Follow the directions and example on the following slideshow. Check your grammar and spelling prior to submitting.

Use the following document to write a summary of "Everyday Use" by Alice Walker.

Each student will have their document to edit and submit.

After reading Everyday Use by Alice Walker, complete the comprehension check (#1-5) in your textbook on page 773 using complete sentences. Check your grammar and spelling prior to submitting.

Upload a legible photo of page 773.

REMINDER: YOU WERE ASKED TO HAND WRITE THIS IN YOUR TEXTBOOK - DO NOT TYPE.

Read the directions and writing prompt on the attached document. Check your grammar and spelling prior to submitting.

Follow the directions on the attached handout for the vocabulary words on page 764 of your English 11 Pearson textbook.

Each student will have their own copy to edit and submit.

After reviewing parts of speech - nouns, read the directions on the attached document and respond with your answer in the second column.

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After reviewing parts of speech, read the directions on the attached document to practice on your own.

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After reviewing parts of speech, read the directions on the attached document to practice on your own.

Each student will have their own document to edit and submit.

Follow the directions and example on the attached document. After reading the topic and support provided, create thesis statements for topics 1-3.

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After reviewing thesis statements in class and practicing with a partner, complete the following assignment by yourself.
Check your grammar and spelling prior to submitting.

*Each student is required to write on and submit their own document.

After reviewing thesis statements in class, complete the following assignment with a partner. You will work with your partner in a breakout room to discuss each section.
Check your grammar and spelling prior to submitting.

*Each student is required to write on and submit their own document.

Read and respond to the writing prompt on the attached document. Check your grammar and spelling prior to submitting.

Take photos of your notes and upload them here.

After completing the "Practicing Characterization" assignment, write a poem about the person you selected, using the details you provided. Follow the directions found at the top of the document. You will read/present this to the class within the next few days.

Each student will have their own document to edit and submit.

After reviewing the five examples of literary devices in our Google Slideshow, create your own examples for each literary device. Check your spelling and grammar prior to submitting your work. You will create two examples per device (the first has been done for you).

In the attached document/chart, record descriptions of one person who is important in your life.

These descriptions should include anything you already know about this person, including
physical traits, personality, and details about their background/life (ex. where they were born).

You may use the same person you referenced in a previous journal entry.

You may use bullet points for each example - no need for complete sentences.
Include at least 5 bullet points per section (if not more!)

In detail, describe a time when you felt left out. Include who was involved and when this took place. How did you handle being left out? Could you have handled it better? Explain.

Your response should be at least one complete (and detailed) paragraph. Check your grammar and spelling prior to submitting.

Each student will have their own document to write on and submit.

Review the slides we covered in class on descriptive writing. Using descriptive details and imagery, write a paragraph describing an exciting moment in your life.

Each student will have their own document to edit and submit.

Review the slides we covered in class on descriptive writing. Using descriptive details and imagery, write a paragraph describing an exciting moment in your life.

Each student will have their own document to edit and submit.

Review the slides we covered in class on descriptive writing. Using the literary term word bank, write the correct literary device underneath each example.

Each student will have their own document to edit and submit.

In paragraph format, tell us a little about your family. Where is your family from? How many siblings do you have and/or do you have a small or large family. What type of food does your family like to eat/make?

Provide as many details about your family as you can think of. Each response will be seen be others in class. Although your written post will be completed today, please be prepared to share your response orally with the class tomorrow.

Think about anyone who has made a positive impact on your life. In detail, share what this person has done for you that made an impact to better your life. Include details of who they are, the relation of how you know them, and why they are important to you. Also, what do you think are the qualities of this person that makes them good?

Your responses need to be at least 1-2 paragraphs in length. Use your best judgement for length, and make sure you are providing detailed evidence to address the writing prompt. Check your spelling and grammar prior to submitting.

Each student will have their own file to write on and submit.

Using the slide number I assigned to you in class, create a slide based on items, places, and people that are important to you. Be sure to check the directions on slide 2 for all necessary requirements (pictures and writing) as well as my example on slide 3. You will have class time on Thursday and Friday to work on it. Be creative and expressive!

Think about all you have experienced in the last few months since our dismissal in March. Reflect on what you have learned, how you have adapted to the drastic social change, and what you may need to work on mentally, emotionally, spiritually, or physically. Write a reflection letter to yourself of at least 2-3 paragraphs to detail your thoughts and emotions. Include how you will improve yourself in the coming months (i.e. help your family more, be kind, work harder in school).

Each student will have their own document to edit; include your first and last name at the top.