Week of April 1, 2013
11th Academic English
When you come back from our Easter break, we'll begin a look at Modern American literature. On Wednesday and Friday you will read and outline "Disillusion, Defiance and Discontent," pp. 704-13 in the literature anthology. On Thursday, you will take Vocabulary Quiz #14 and will work on List #15. Even though your calendar says you have a summary due on Thursday, you will be given extra time to complete it. The summary will be due on Monday, April 8th.
12th Academic English
When you come back from our Easter break, on Wednesday and Friday we will continue our study of "The Rime of the Ancient Mariner," p. 686+ in the literature anthology. On Thursday you will take Vocabulary Quiz #14 and will work on Vocabulary List #15.
Friday, March 22, 2013
Week of March 25, 2013
11th Academic English
This week we will view the film version of the novel, O Pioneers! While watching the film, you will note similarities and differences between the novel we read in class and the film version. At the conclusion of the film we will discuss those similarities and differences. We will also discuss how effectively the film portrayed the events, settings and characters from the novel.
12th Academic English
This week we will continue our study of the British Romantic Period. We will read several short stories and will discuss the Romantic elements found in each. Later in the week, you will begin reading and outlining "The Rime of the Ancient Mariner," p. 686+. In your outline, you will be required to cite examples of Romanticism found in this piece.
11th Academic English
This week we will view the film version of the novel, O Pioneers! While watching the film, you will note similarities and differences between the novel we read in class and the film version. At the conclusion of the film we will discuss those similarities and differences. We will also discuss how effectively the film portrayed the events, settings and characters from the novel.
12th Academic English
This week we will continue our study of the British Romantic Period. We will read several short stories and will discuss the Romantic elements found in each. Later in the week, you will begin reading and outlining "The Rime of the Ancient Mariner," p. 686+. In your outline, you will be required to cite examples of Romanticism found in this piece.
Friday, March 15, 2013
Week of March 18, 2013
11th Academic English
This week we'll finish up our study of O Pioneers! Throughout the week you'll finish the Part Five study guide. On Friday we'll take the final test for this novel. Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday we'll continue or review and clarification of Sentence Classification. We'll continue to go over test corrections, practice classification with text exercises and use a worksheet to practice this skill. Thursday you'll take Vocabulary Quiz #13 and will work with Vocabulary List #14.
12th Academic English
This week we'll begin a study of the Romantic Period in British Literature. You'll read and outline the introductory notes on pp. 614-621 in the literature anthology, then will add to your notes during a power point presentation on the Romantic Period. We'll read and discuss "Introduction to Frankenstein," p. 650, "The Oval Portrait," p. 658 and "Lines Composed A Few Miles Above Tintern Abbey," p. 666. On Thursday you will take Vocabulary Quiz #13 and will work with Vocabulary List #14.
11th Academic English
This week we'll finish up our study of O Pioneers! Throughout the week you'll finish the Part Five study guide. On Friday we'll take the final test for this novel. Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday we'll continue or review and clarification of Sentence Classification. We'll continue to go over test corrections, practice classification with text exercises and use a worksheet to practice this skill. Thursday you'll take Vocabulary Quiz #13 and will work with Vocabulary List #14.
12th Academic English
This week we'll begin a study of the Romantic Period in British Literature. You'll read and outline the introductory notes on pp. 614-621 in the literature anthology, then will add to your notes during a power point presentation on the Romantic Period. We'll read and discuss "Introduction to Frankenstein," p. 650, "The Oval Portrait," p. 658 and "Lines Composed A Few Miles Above Tintern Abbey," p. 666. On Thursday you will take Vocabulary Quiz #13 and will work with Vocabulary List #14.
Friday, March 8, 2013
Week of March 11, 2013
11th Academic English
This week we'll continue our study of the novel, O Pioneers! On Monday you'll take the Part Three quiz. On Tuesday you'll take a test on Parts One, Two and Three. Wednesday through Friday we'll work with Sentence Classification to prepare for another test on this information.
12th Academic English
This week you'll wrap up your work with the Research Project. Monday and Tuesday we'll be in the library finishing up your final drafts. On Wednesday at the start of the period, you'll turn in your final draft of the position paper. We'll begin viewing a version of Shakespeare's work, MacBeth on Wednesday and continue through the rest of the week.
11th Academic English
This week we'll continue our study of the novel, O Pioneers! On Monday you'll take the Part Three quiz. On Tuesday you'll take a test on Parts One, Two and Three. Wednesday through Friday we'll work with Sentence Classification to prepare for another test on this information.
12th Academic English
This week you'll wrap up your work with the Research Project. Monday and Tuesday we'll be in the library finishing up your final drafts. On Wednesday at the start of the period, you'll turn in your final draft of the position paper. We'll begin viewing a version of Shakespeare's work, MacBeth on Wednesday and continue through the rest of the week.
Friday, March 1, 2013
Week of March 4, 2013
11th Academic English
This week we'll continue our work with Sentence Classification. On Monday and Tuesday we'll review your answers from both worksheets. On Wednesday you will take a quiz on Sentence Classification. Thursday you will take Vocabulary Quiz #12 and will turn in Newsweek summary #11. On Friday you'll take a reading check quiz on Part Three of O Pioneers! Make sure you stay up to date with your work!!
12th Academic English
This week you'll continue your work on the Research Project. Monday and Tuesday you will work on creating both the Works Cited page and the Final Draft of the project. Your Works Cited page is due on Wednesday. On Thursday you will take Vocabulary Quiz #12 and will work on Vocabulary List #13. On Friday you'll have more library time to work on your Final Draft. Don't forget that the Final Draft for this project is due on Wednesday, March 13th!! Stay up to date with your work!!
11th Academic English
This week we'll continue our work with Sentence Classification. On Monday and Tuesday we'll review your answers from both worksheets. On Wednesday you will take a quiz on Sentence Classification. Thursday you will take Vocabulary Quiz #12 and will turn in Newsweek summary #11. On Friday you'll take a reading check quiz on Part Three of O Pioneers! Make sure you stay up to date with your work!!
12th Academic English
This week you'll continue your work on the Research Project. Monday and Tuesday you will work on creating both the Works Cited page and the Final Draft of the project. Your Works Cited page is due on Wednesday. On Thursday you will take Vocabulary Quiz #12 and will work on Vocabulary List #13. On Friday you'll have more library time to work on your Final Draft. Don't forget that the Final Draft for this project is due on Wednesday, March 13th!! Stay up to date with your work!!
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