English 11R
Periods 2, 3, & 9
Extra Help Periods: 1, 5, 6, & 8
Quarter 4 Lesson Plans:
April 20 - 24:
Monday - Friday:
1. Select a novel for an Independent Reading Assignment
- It cannot be something you've already read
- You may select your book from a variety of sources:
> Your local library offers free online book borrowing
> The Kindle App is free and offers a section of free books
> Many books have free PDF files available through a simple Google search
2. Your novel must be selected by Friday, April 24th
3. By Friday, please email me the title and author of your book and where you are getting it from
April 27 - May 1:
Monday - Friday:
1. Once you've selected a novel, please count the number of pages and divide by 5
2. These will be your 5 assigned reading sections, each due by the end of the week...
3. Please complete the following requirements for this week:
- Read the first section (1/5) of your book
- Write a paragrapgh (can be typed right into an email to me) explaining how the author uses
Characterization or Setting to introduce a Theme/Central Idea
- Write a paragraph discussing why you selected this book and how the first section has
pleased or disappointed you. Has it lived up to your expectations so far? Why/why not?
Please email me your two paragraphs by this Friday.
May 4 - 8:
Monday - Friday:
1. Please complete the following requirements for this week:
- Read the second section of your book
- Write a paragraph (can be typed right into an email to me) discussing the author's use
of characterization, focusing on the protagonist. How has the author made/not made the character
relatable? Be sure to include specific evidence to support your points.
- Write a paragraph discussing whether or not the book has lived up to your expectations so far.
Considering the exposition is likely over and the rising action is in progression,
discuss what specific methods the author is using to keep you engaged.
Please email me your two paragraphs by this Friday.
May 11 - 15:
Monday - Friday:
1. Please complete the following requirements for this week:
- Read the third section of your book
- Write a paragraph (can be typed right into an email to me) discussing how the author is revealing the
Central Idea/Theme. Consider his/her use of characterization, ironies, and symbolism. As you are now likely
immersed in the Rising Action, these elements should be more prominent.
Be sure to identify the Central Idea and explain how it is being revealed through these literary elements.
- Write a paragraph discussing the genre of the story. Is this the genre you usually find interesting?
If so, why? Have you tried a new genre with this book selection? If this is a new genre for you,
do you like it? Explain why/why not.
Please email me your two paragraphs by this Friday.
May 18 - 22:
Monday - Friday:
1. Please complete the following requirements for this week:
- Read the forth section of your book
- Write a paragraph (can be typed right into an email to me) discussing how conflict (external or internal) has played a role in characterization (character development). What conflicts has the protagonist endured and what have those conflicts revealed about him/her? Be sure to specify the conflict(s), identify what type of conflict(s), and explain how they have functioned to reveal something about the protagonist.
- Write a paragraph discussing how the setting has affected the characters in the story. How would the story and its characters change if the story took place here and now?
Please email me your two paragraphs by this Friday.
May 25 - 29:
Monday - Friday:
1. Please complete the following requirements for this week:
- Read the final section of your book
- Write a full-page reflection (can be typed right into an email to me) discussing your final thoughts about your book. Did the protagonist live up to expectations? Were you satisfied with the resolution? What was the Central Idea of the story? How was that Central Idea ultimately revealed?
Please email me your full-page reflection by this Friday.
ENGLISH 11R FINAL ASSIGNMENT:
You must complete 4 Part 3 Essays.
Each essay will be worth 25 points, for a total of 100 points.
Your essays are due by JUNE 15th.
Below, you will find links to 7 different Regents Exams.
Once you click a link, scroll down to Part 3 and follow the directions.
If you reach a security page, please click "show details" and then you'll see an option to "visit website" at the bottom.
These are your 7 options, of which you must select 4.
When writing your essay, you must underline the Central Idea and your chosen Literary Element.
If you have any questions, please email me.
https://nysedregents.org/hsela/120/reela12020-exam.pdf
https://nysedregents.org/hsela/119/reela12019-exam.pdf
https://nysedregents.org/hsela/118/reela12018-exam.pdf
https://nysedregents.org/hsela/117/hsela12017-exam.pdf
https://nysedregents.org/hsela/116/hsela12016-exam.pdf
https://nysedregents.org/hsela/115/hsela12015-exam.pdf
https://nysedregents.org/hsela/817/reela82017-exam.pdf
Quarter 3 Lesson Plans:
February 3 - 7:
Monday:
1. Quiz: Act III
Tuesday: Grade 11 Assembly
Wednesday - Friday:
1. Act IV: Reading and Discussion
2. Act IV Questions (see files)
February 9 - 13:
Monday:
1. Film: Act IV
Tuesday:
1. Test: The Crucible
Wednesday - Friday:
1. The Argument Essay (Regents Part II)
2. Arguments will be based on The Crucible
3. Essays are due by the end of class on Friday
February 17 - 21: NO SCHOOL
February 24 - 28:
Monday - Friday:
1. Practice Regents Exam
- Will count as a TEST GRADE
- Will be graded according to the NYS English Regents Rubrics and Scoring Chart
March 2 - 6:
Monday:
1. Begin William Shakespeare's Macbeth
- http://www.shakespeare-online.com/plays/macbethscenes.html
- Click the above link for a full PDF version of the play
Tuesday - Wednesday:
1. Act I Reading and Discussion
- Focal Points:
> The Exposition and its elements
> Shakespeare's use of (Dramatic & Situational) Irony, (Indirect) Characterization,
Foreshadowing, and Paradoxical Language
> Emerging Central Ideas/Themes
Thursday - Friday:
1. Act I Questions (see files
March 9 - 13:
Monday:
1. Film: Act I
Tuesday:
1. Quiz: Act I
Wednesday: (SCHOOL DISTRICT CLOSED)
Thursday:
1. Begin Act II (Scenes i and ii)
- Guided Reading Questions for both scenes due by the end of the period
- See files
Friday: (NO SCHOOL for students)
March 16 - 20:
Monday - Friday: NO SCHOOL for students
1. Using the PDF link for Macbeth (see Monday, March 2nd for link),
students will finish reading Act II and complete the Study Guide Questions
- see files below for Act II Study Guide
- Copy and paste your responses in an email to me
- Act II Guided Reading Questions must be emailed to me by Friday, 3/27
March 23 - 27:
Monday - Friday: NO SCHOOL
1. Act II Guided Reading Questions must be emailed to me by Friday, 3/27
2. Please email me if you have any questions
- NOTE: All files/documents are at the BOTTOM OF THIS WEB PAGE
March 30 - April 3:
Monday - Friday:
1. Read Act III of Macbeth (use the PDF link posted for March 2nd)
2. Complete Act III Guided Reading Questions
- Due by the end of the day on Friday (50 Points)
- NOTE: All files/documents are at the BOTTOM OF THIS WEB PAGE
April 6 - 10:
Monday - Friday:
1. Read Act IV of Macbeth (use the PDF link posted for March 2nd)
2. Complete Act IV Guided Reading Questions
- Due by the end of the day on Friday (50 Points)
- NOTE: All files/documents are at the BOTTOM OF THIS WEB PAGE
April 13 - 17:
Monday - Friday:
1. Read Act V of Macbeth (use the PDF link posted for March 2nd)
2. Complete Act V Guided Reading Questions
- Due by the end of the day on Friday (50 Points)
- NOTE: All files/documents are at the BOTTOM OF THIS WEB PAGE
END OF QUARTER 3
Quarter 2 Lesson Plans:
November 11 - 15:
Monday: NO SCHOOL
Tuesday:
1. The Great Gatsby: Essay Assignment (see files)
- Due Friday
- Yes, you may type it (please use Times New Roman, 12-point, double-spaced font)
Wednesday - Friday:
1. Film: The Great Gatsby
November 18 - 22:
Monday:
1. Conclude Film
Tuesday:
1. Introduce Part III of the NYS English Regents Exam
- June, 2016
> Step 1: Read
> Step 2: Write a one-sentence summary of the story
> Step 3: Read AND Annotate (will be graded at the end of the period)
Wednesday:
1. Continued Part III Practice
- June, 2016
> Identify a prevalent Literary Element
> Underline/Circle specific two specific sentences/lines/phrases that feature
the Literary Element
> Construct a Central Idea
Thursday - Friday
1. More Practice with Part III
- June, 2017
> Read the Passage
> Write a one-sentence summary
> Re-read AND annotate
> Construct a Central Idea
November 25 - 29:
Monday - Tuesday:
1. Review and Discuss Key Elements of Central Idea Construction
Wednesday - Friday: NO SCHOOL (Happy Thanksgiving!)
December 2 - 6:
Monday - Wednesday:
1. Holiday Song Central Idea Project
- Students will work in groups of two
- Each group will select a holiday song to present to the class
- In your presentation, you must complete the following:
> Display the lyrics of your selected song
> Identify Literary Elements
> Explain the Central Idea
> Discuss HOW the Literary Elements are used to reveal the Central Idea
Thursday - Friday:
1. Presentations
December 9 - 13:
Monday - Friday:
1. Regents Exam Part I Practice...
- Examine Part I of the Regents Exam
- Types of Questions
- Reading and Annotating
- Tips, Tricks, and Suggestions
- Tried and True Tactics
December 16 - 20:
Monday:
Tuesday:
Wednesday:
Thursday:
Friday:
December 23 - 27: NO SCHOOL (HAPPY HOLIDAYS!)
December 30 - January 3: NO SCHOOL (HAPPY NEW YEAR!)
January 6 - 10:
Monday:
1. Begin Arthur Miller's The Crucible
Tuesday:
1. Act I: Reading and Discussion
Wednesday: Guidance Scheduling
Thursday - Friday:
1. Act I: Continued Reading and Discussion
January 13 - 17:
Monday-Tuesday
1. Finish reading Act I
2. Film: Act I
Wednesday:
1. Act I Review Questions (see files)
Thursday:
1. Test: Act I
Friday:
1. Begin Reading Act II
January 20 - 24:
Monday: NO SCHOOL
Tuesday:
1. Finish reading Act II
2. Begin Film for Act II
Wednesday:
1. Film: Act II
Thursday:
1. Act II Questions
Friday:
1. Act II Quiz
January 27 - 31:
Monday - Wednesday
1. Act III: Reading and Discussion
Thursday:
1. Act III Questions
Friday:
1. Act III Film
2. Note: ACT III QUIZ WILL BE MONDAY (The first grade of the 3rd Quarter)
END OF QUARTER 2
Quarter 1 Lesson Plans:
September 2 - 6:
Monday: NO SCHOOL
Tuesday: Conference Day (NO SCHOOL for students)
Wednesday: FIRST DAY OF SCHOOL - WELCOME BACK!
1. "Welcome" PowerPoint
2. Writing Folders
3. First Day Writing Prompt...
Thursday - Friday:
1. Literary Element Review (see files below)
2. Quiz coming soon...
September 9 - 13:
Monday - Wednesday:
1. Film: Al Capone: Icon
2. Identify and Discuss societal differences between the 1920s and the 2010s
3. Answer the following questions:
- Why are (some) people obsessed with the lives of celebrities?
- Understanding that Al Capone was a career criminal, discuss why people "rooted" for him.
- From a Literary Analysis perspective, how would you classify his character? Why?
- Discuss why prohibition ultimately failed and what that suggests about the nature of laws
and how society regards them.
- Explain the impact Al Capone had on music, movies, and the law. Include specific examples from the
film to support your points.
Wednesday - Thursday:
1. Begin F. Scott Fitzgerald's The Great Gatsby
- Begin reading Chapter 1 aloud in class
Thursday - Friday
1. Continue reading Chapter 1
2. Discussion of Exposition
- Character introductions and initial impressions
- Setting and its effect on characters
September 16 - 20:
Monday:
1. Finish reading/discussing Chapter 1
2. Begin reading Chapter 2
Tuesday - Thursday:
1. Finish reading Chapter 2
2. Chapters 1-2 Review Questions (50 Points - see files below)
Friday:
1. Begin Chapter 3
September 23 - 27: SPIRIT WEEK
Monday:
1. Finish Reading Chapter 3
Tuesday:
1. QUIZ: Chapters 1-3
Wednesday - Friday:
1. Discussion: What do we REALLY think of Gatsby?
2. Read Chapter 4 in small reading groups
- Complete Guided Reading Questions (see files below)
September 30 - October 4:
Monday: NO SCHOOL
Tuesday: NO SCHOOL
Wednesday: Picture Day (Social Studies Classes)
1. Finish reading Chapter 4
Thursday:
1. Chapter 4 Review Questions
Friday:
1: QUIZ: Chapter 4
October 7 - 11:
Monday:
1. PSAT Pre-Administration (#2 Pencils needed)
Tuesday:
1. Begin Chapter 5
Wednesday: NO SCHOOL
Thursday - Friday:
1. Finish reading Chapter 5
2. Discussion: Character Development and Emerging Symbolism
3. Chapter 5 Review Questions
October 14 - 18:
Monday: NO SCHOOL
Tuesday:
1. Begin reading Chapter 6
Wednesday: PSAT
Thursday - Friday:
1. Complete Chapter 6 Reading and Discussion
2. Chapter 6 Review Questions
October 21 - 25:
Monday - Wednesday:
1. Chapter 7: Reading and Discussion
Thursday:
1. Chapter 7 Review Questions (see files)
Friday:
1. QUIZ: Chapters 4-7
October 28 - November 1:
Monday - Wednesday:
1. Read and Discuss Chapter 8
2. Chapter 8 Review Questions (see files)
Thursday - Friday:
1. Finish the book
November 4 - 8:
Monday:
1. Discussion of Topics and Central Ideas
2. HOW does Fitzgerald reveal these Central Ideas through Literary Elements?
Tuesday: Superintendent's Conference Day (NO SCHOOL for students)
Wednesday:
1. TEST: The Great Gatsby
Thursday:
1. Finding specific evidence to illustrate HOW Fitzgerald reveals a Central Idea
- Find three pieces of textual evidence
> Each must include a page number, a prevalent literary element,
and a description of HOW that element is used
2. Reminder: ALL TEST/QUIZ CORRECTIONS ARE DUE BY TOMORROW!
Friday: Junior Class field trip to NYC
END OF QUARTER 1
April 20 - 24:
Monday - Friday:
1. Select a novel for an Independent Reading Assignment
- It cannot be something you've already read
- You may select your book from a variety of sources:
> Your local library offers free online book borrowing
> The Kindle App is free and offers a section of free books
> Many books have free PDF files available through a simple Google search
2. Your novel must be selected by Friday, April 24th
3. By Friday, please email me the title and author of your book and where you are getting it from
April 27 - May 1:
Monday - Friday:
1. Once you've selected a novel, please count the number of pages and divide by 5
2. These will be your 5 assigned reading sections, each due by the end of the week...
3. Please complete the following requirements for this week:
- Read the first section (1/5) of your book
- Write a paragrapgh (can be typed right into an email to me) explaining how the author uses
Characterization or Setting to introduce a Theme/Central Idea
- Write a paragraph discussing why you selected this book and how the first section has
pleased or disappointed you. Has it lived up to your expectations so far? Why/why not?
Please email me your two paragraphs by this Friday.
May 4 - 8:
Monday - Friday:
1. Please complete the following requirements for this week:
- Read the second section of your book
- Write a paragraph (can be typed right into an email to me) discussing the author's use
of characterization, focusing on the protagonist. How has the author made/not made the character
relatable? Be sure to include specific evidence to support your points.
- Write a paragraph discussing whether or not the book has lived up to your expectations so far.
Considering the exposition is likely over and the rising action is in progression,
discuss what specific methods the author is using to keep you engaged.
Please email me your two paragraphs by this Friday.
May 11 - 15:
Monday - Friday:
1. Please complete the following requirements for this week:
- Read the third section of your book
- Write a paragraph (can be typed right into an email to me) discussing how the author is revealing the
Central Idea/Theme. Consider his/her use of characterization, ironies, and symbolism. As you are now likely
immersed in the Rising Action, these elements should be more prominent.
Be sure to identify the Central Idea and explain how it is being revealed through these literary elements.
- Write a paragraph discussing the genre of the story. Is this the genre you usually find interesting?
If so, why? Have you tried a new genre with this book selection? If this is a new genre for you,
do you like it? Explain why/why not.
Please email me your two paragraphs by this Friday.
May 18 - 22:
Monday - Friday:
1. Please complete the following requirements for this week:
- Read the forth section of your book
- Write a paragraph (can be typed right into an email to me) discussing how conflict (external or internal) has played a role in characterization (character development). What conflicts has the protagonist endured and what have those conflicts revealed about him/her? Be sure to specify the conflict(s), identify what type of conflict(s), and explain how they have functioned to reveal something about the protagonist.
- Write a paragraph discussing how the setting has affected the characters in the story. How would the story and its characters change if the story took place here and now?
Please email me your two paragraphs by this Friday.
May 25 - 29:
Monday - Friday:
1. Please complete the following requirements for this week:
- Read the final section of your book
- Write a full-page reflection (can be typed right into an email to me) discussing your final thoughts about your book. Did the protagonist live up to expectations? Were you satisfied with the resolution? What was the Central Idea of the story? How was that Central Idea ultimately revealed?
Please email me your full-page reflection by this Friday.
ENGLISH 11R FINAL ASSIGNMENT:
You must complete 4 Part 3 Essays.
Each essay will be worth 25 points, for a total of 100 points.
Your essays are due by JUNE 15th.
Below, you will find links to 7 different Regents Exams.
Once you click a link, scroll down to Part 3 and follow the directions.
If you reach a security page, please click "show details" and then you'll see an option to "visit website" at the bottom.
These are your 7 options, of which you must select 4.
When writing your essay, you must underline the Central Idea and your chosen Literary Element.
If you have any questions, please email me.
https://nysedregents.org/hsela/120/reela12020-exam.pdf
https://nysedregents.org/hsela/119/reela12019-exam.pdf
https://nysedregents.org/hsela/118/reela12018-exam.pdf
https://nysedregents.org/hsela/117/hsela12017-exam.pdf
https://nysedregents.org/hsela/116/hsela12016-exam.pdf
https://nysedregents.org/hsela/115/hsela12015-exam.pdf
https://nysedregents.org/hsela/817/reela82017-exam.pdf
Quarter 3 Lesson Plans:
February 3 - 7:
Monday:
1. Quiz: Act III
Tuesday: Grade 11 Assembly
Wednesday - Friday:
1. Act IV: Reading and Discussion
2. Act IV Questions (see files)
February 9 - 13:
Monday:
1. Film: Act IV
Tuesday:
1. Test: The Crucible
Wednesday - Friday:
1. The Argument Essay (Regents Part II)
2. Arguments will be based on The Crucible
3. Essays are due by the end of class on Friday
February 17 - 21: NO SCHOOL
February 24 - 28:
Monday - Friday:
1. Practice Regents Exam
- Will count as a TEST GRADE
- Will be graded according to the NYS English Regents Rubrics and Scoring Chart
March 2 - 6:
Monday:
1. Begin William Shakespeare's Macbeth
- http://www.shakespeare-online.com/plays/macbethscenes.html
- Click the above link for a full PDF version of the play
Tuesday - Wednesday:
1. Act I Reading and Discussion
- Focal Points:
> The Exposition and its elements
> Shakespeare's use of (Dramatic & Situational) Irony, (Indirect) Characterization,
Foreshadowing, and Paradoxical Language
> Emerging Central Ideas/Themes
Thursday - Friday:
1. Act I Questions (see files
March 9 - 13:
Monday:
1. Film: Act I
Tuesday:
1. Quiz: Act I
Wednesday: (SCHOOL DISTRICT CLOSED)
Thursday:
1. Begin Act II (Scenes i and ii)
- Guided Reading Questions for both scenes due by the end of the period
- See files
Friday: (NO SCHOOL for students)
March 16 - 20:
Monday - Friday: NO SCHOOL for students
1. Using the PDF link for Macbeth (see Monday, March 2nd for link),
students will finish reading Act II and complete the Study Guide Questions
- see files below for Act II Study Guide
- Copy and paste your responses in an email to me
- Act II Guided Reading Questions must be emailed to me by Friday, 3/27
March 23 - 27:
Monday - Friday: NO SCHOOL
1. Act II Guided Reading Questions must be emailed to me by Friday, 3/27
2. Please email me if you have any questions
- NOTE: All files/documents are at the BOTTOM OF THIS WEB PAGE
March 30 - April 3:
Monday - Friday:
1. Read Act III of Macbeth (use the PDF link posted for March 2nd)
2. Complete Act III Guided Reading Questions
- Due by the end of the day on Friday (50 Points)
- NOTE: All files/documents are at the BOTTOM OF THIS WEB PAGE
April 6 - 10:
Monday - Friday:
1. Read Act IV of Macbeth (use the PDF link posted for March 2nd)
2. Complete Act IV Guided Reading Questions
- Due by the end of the day on Friday (50 Points)
- NOTE: All files/documents are at the BOTTOM OF THIS WEB PAGE
April 13 - 17:
Monday - Friday:
1. Read Act V of Macbeth (use the PDF link posted for March 2nd)
2. Complete Act V Guided Reading Questions
- Due by the end of the day on Friday (50 Points)
- NOTE: All files/documents are at the BOTTOM OF THIS WEB PAGE
END OF QUARTER 3
Quarter 2 Lesson Plans:
November 11 - 15:
Monday: NO SCHOOL
Tuesday:
1. The Great Gatsby: Essay Assignment (see files)
- Due Friday
- Yes, you may type it (please use Times New Roman, 12-point, double-spaced font)
Wednesday - Friday:
1. Film: The Great Gatsby
November 18 - 22:
Monday:
1. Conclude Film
Tuesday:
1. Introduce Part III of the NYS English Regents Exam
- June, 2016
> Step 1: Read
> Step 2: Write a one-sentence summary of the story
> Step 3: Read AND Annotate (will be graded at the end of the period)
Wednesday:
1. Continued Part III Practice
- June, 2016
> Identify a prevalent Literary Element
> Underline/Circle specific two specific sentences/lines/phrases that feature
the Literary Element
> Construct a Central Idea
Thursday - Friday
1. More Practice with Part III
- June, 2017
> Read the Passage
> Write a one-sentence summary
> Re-read AND annotate
> Construct a Central Idea
November 25 - 29:
Monday - Tuesday:
1. Review and Discuss Key Elements of Central Idea Construction
Wednesday - Friday: NO SCHOOL (Happy Thanksgiving!)
December 2 - 6:
Monday - Wednesday:
1. Holiday Song Central Idea Project
- Students will work in groups of two
- Each group will select a holiday song to present to the class
- In your presentation, you must complete the following:
> Display the lyrics of your selected song
> Identify Literary Elements
> Explain the Central Idea
> Discuss HOW the Literary Elements are used to reveal the Central Idea
Thursday - Friday:
1. Presentations
December 9 - 13:
Monday - Friday:
1. Regents Exam Part I Practice...
- Examine Part I of the Regents Exam
- Types of Questions
- Reading and Annotating
- Tips, Tricks, and Suggestions
- Tried and True Tactics
December 16 - 20:
Monday:
Tuesday:
Wednesday:
Thursday:
Friday:
December 23 - 27: NO SCHOOL (HAPPY HOLIDAYS!)
December 30 - January 3: NO SCHOOL (HAPPY NEW YEAR!)
January 6 - 10:
Monday:
1. Begin Arthur Miller's The Crucible
Tuesday:
1. Act I: Reading and Discussion
Wednesday: Guidance Scheduling
Thursday - Friday:
1. Act I: Continued Reading and Discussion
January 13 - 17:
Monday-Tuesday
1. Finish reading Act I
2. Film: Act I
Wednesday:
1. Act I Review Questions (see files)
Thursday:
1. Test: Act I
Friday:
1. Begin Reading Act II
January 20 - 24:
Monday: NO SCHOOL
Tuesday:
1. Finish reading Act II
2. Begin Film for Act II
Wednesday:
1. Film: Act II
Thursday:
1. Act II Questions
Friday:
1. Act II Quiz
January 27 - 31:
Monday - Wednesday
1. Act III: Reading and Discussion
Thursday:
1. Act III Questions
Friday:
1. Act III Film
2. Note: ACT III QUIZ WILL BE MONDAY (The first grade of the 3rd Quarter)
END OF QUARTER 2
Quarter 1 Lesson Plans:
September 2 - 6:
Monday: NO SCHOOL
Tuesday: Conference Day (NO SCHOOL for students)
Wednesday: FIRST DAY OF SCHOOL - WELCOME BACK!
1. "Welcome" PowerPoint
2. Writing Folders
3. First Day Writing Prompt...
Thursday - Friday:
1. Literary Element Review (see files below)
2. Quiz coming soon...
September 9 - 13:
Monday - Wednesday:
1. Film: Al Capone: Icon
2. Identify and Discuss societal differences between the 1920s and the 2010s
3. Answer the following questions:
- Why are (some) people obsessed with the lives of celebrities?
- Understanding that Al Capone was a career criminal, discuss why people "rooted" for him.
- From a Literary Analysis perspective, how would you classify his character? Why?
- Discuss why prohibition ultimately failed and what that suggests about the nature of laws
and how society regards them.
- Explain the impact Al Capone had on music, movies, and the law. Include specific examples from the
film to support your points.
Wednesday - Thursday:
1. Begin F. Scott Fitzgerald's The Great Gatsby
- Begin reading Chapter 1 aloud in class
Thursday - Friday
1. Continue reading Chapter 1
2. Discussion of Exposition
- Character introductions and initial impressions
- Setting and its effect on characters
September 16 - 20:
Monday:
1. Finish reading/discussing Chapter 1
2. Begin reading Chapter 2
Tuesday - Thursday:
1. Finish reading Chapter 2
2. Chapters 1-2 Review Questions (50 Points - see files below)
Friday:
1. Begin Chapter 3
September 23 - 27: SPIRIT WEEK
Monday:
1. Finish Reading Chapter 3
Tuesday:
1. QUIZ: Chapters 1-3
Wednesday - Friday:
1. Discussion: What do we REALLY think of Gatsby?
2. Read Chapter 4 in small reading groups
- Complete Guided Reading Questions (see files below)
September 30 - October 4:
Monday: NO SCHOOL
Tuesday: NO SCHOOL
Wednesday: Picture Day (Social Studies Classes)
1. Finish reading Chapter 4
Thursday:
1. Chapter 4 Review Questions
Friday:
1: QUIZ: Chapter 4
October 7 - 11:
Monday:
1. PSAT Pre-Administration (#2 Pencils needed)
Tuesday:
1. Begin Chapter 5
Wednesday: NO SCHOOL
Thursday - Friday:
1. Finish reading Chapter 5
2. Discussion: Character Development and Emerging Symbolism
3. Chapter 5 Review Questions
October 14 - 18:
Monday: NO SCHOOL
Tuesday:
1. Begin reading Chapter 6
Wednesday: PSAT
Thursday - Friday:
1. Complete Chapter 6 Reading and Discussion
2. Chapter 6 Review Questions
October 21 - 25:
Monday - Wednesday:
1. Chapter 7: Reading and Discussion
Thursday:
1. Chapter 7 Review Questions (see files)
Friday:
1. QUIZ: Chapters 4-7
October 28 - November 1:
Monday - Wednesday:
1. Read and Discuss Chapter 8
2. Chapter 8 Review Questions (see files)
Thursday - Friday:
1. Finish the book
November 4 - 8:
Monday:
1. Discussion of Topics and Central Ideas
2. HOW does Fitzgerald reveal these Central Ideas through Literary Elements?
Tuesday: Superintendent's Conference Day (NO SCHOOL for students)
Wednesday:
1. TEST: The Great Gatsby
Thursday:
1. Finding specific evidence to illustrate HOW Fitzgerald reveals a Central Idea
- Find three pieces of textual evidence
> Each must include a page number, a prevalent literary element,
and a description of HOW that element is used
2. Reminder: ALL TEST/QUIZ CORRECTIONS ARE DUE BY TOMORROW!
Friday: Junior Class field trip to NYC
END OF QUARTER 1
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Gatsby: Chapters 1-2 Questions | |
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Gatsby: Chapter 4 | |
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Gatsby: Essay Assignment | |
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Crucible: Act I Questions | |
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Act IV Questions | |
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Crucible: Argument Essay | |
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Crucible: Argument Essay Outline | |
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Macbeth: Act I Questions | |
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Macbeth: Act V Guided Reading | |
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