February 10, 2012
1. Read the second translation of Beowulf (by Michael Alexander) I handed out in class. Annotate your text, showing me that you made use of some of the strategies we discussed in class for reading difficult texts.
2. Fill out the back side of the "Metacognition: Troubleshooting" worksheet.
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February 8, 2012
1. Finish up your graphic organizer comparing and contrasting Sumerian and American culture. Make sure you support all of your claims with evidence -- from Gilgamesh, from your personal life, from the modern media, etc...PRE-AP ONLY
2. Read the selection I gave you from the end of Beowulf (when the elderly Beowulf slays a dragon). As you read, please:- keep a running list of plot points. Please don't do this afterwards... you'll forget what happened. Make the list as you read.
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February 6, 2012
1. Your first biweekly PowerSchool printout is due this class. Print out your English grades from PowerSchool, and bring them in to show me.2. Complete the "Know Thyself" worksheet. Here is the link to the quiz: http://www.literacyworks.org/mi/assessment/findyourstrengths.html3. Remember that if you want to take AP English, you need to submit a paragraph to me by Wednesday which explains your motivations for taking this rigorous course and why you believe you're a good candidate for the cla... Continue reading...
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February 2, 2012
1. Vocabulary collage -- 10 words, 10 pictures, 10 definitions (on the back), and 1 quote about words2. If you are interested in taking AP English next year, please write a paragraph explaining why you want to take AP and why you believe you're a strong candidate for this extremely rigorous class. Continue reading...
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January 31, 2012
1. Revise one of your theses (re: death/funereal traditions in Sumeria)
2. Research (write a definition in your own words) the following terms:
requiem
epitaph
lament
elegy
dirge
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January 27, 2012
1. Final versions of Sumerian culture paragraphs2. Research the following: requiem, lament, elegy, epitaph, dirge. Include: - definition in your own words - examples drawn from literature or pop culture (songs, movies, etc) Continue reading...
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January 26, 2012
Fill out three rows of your culture analysis chart. In the left hand column, you should formulate a hypothesis (or thesis statement!) about traditions surrounding death in ancient Sumerian culture. In the right hand column, come up with both textual evidence (including page numbers) to support your hypothesis, and examples of counterarguments that might make us question our conclusion. Continue reading...
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January 25, 2012
Write a substantial (with evidence, explanation, analysis, etc) and impeccably structured paragraph about what
Gilgamesh might be able to tell us about death/funereal traditions in ancient Sumeria. Remember to make sure that your thesis is narrow and focused!
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January 24, 2012
1. Brainstorm 10 (ten) traditions associated with DEATH in America. Try to come up with examples of art, movies, music, etc., that represent these traditions as well. Continue reading...
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January 20, 2012
Here's a link to the music PowerPoint I used in class to demonstrate the epic conventions. It might be helpful for reviewing for your (short!) F.A. next class.
http://www.mediafire.com/file/5sbgtr1kpimvwty/4.2.2 - Epic Style PPT - Modern Examples.pptx
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