Pretty simple stuff. 

Forget the worksheet here are some questions:pages 3-24There is a limited preview of the book here, but all these can be answered from what was read in class.

  1. Why was it a pleasure to burn? What was a pleasure about it?
  2. On page 5, we get our first look at a girl. Describe her?
  3. Why, on page 7, does it seem strange to Clarisse that Montag is just a man, after all?
  4. On page 8, what is the fireman's job?
  5. On page 9, why do drivers of jet cars not know what grass is?
  6. Also, on page 9, why was Clarisse's Uncle jailed for two days?
  7. Why are billboards 200 feet long on page 9?
  8. On page 10, Clarisse asks Montag if he is happy. Is he?  Explain.
  9. Why, on page 11, does it seem to Montag like he had talked to Clarisse for such a big period of time?
  10. Explain what Montag's wife's night is like on page 12(not that particular night, all nights for the past two years).
  11. On the bottom of 13 and top of 14, we hear sounds ripping through the night. What are they? What does this mean?


10th Grade-
Your study guide for the To Kill a Mockingbird test, remember it is Monday 2/27.

And Tuesday you must have your topic ready to research!
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The T-Shirt Project template- Decorate a t-Shirt that would be worn by a character from To Kill a Mockingbird.
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Hey kids, completely non-work related post.

The cupcakes to raise money for the rest of the Fahrenheit 451 collection are done.  Here are the pictures to prove it.
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Hi Students, there is something for both grade levels in this post.  

First, my 9th Graders, we began Fahrenheit today and already began to see that fire plays a key roll in the movie.  Extra credit: How is fire first described in the book, and how does it compare with the description below?  Post your answer in the comments section.



10th Graders, a slight change to the HW:

The statement "Our courts are great levelers, in our courts, all men are created equal?"  Do you believe this to be true? How do you believe this situation would be handled in the current time period?
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Re-read pages 193-194, according to Tom's testimony who is really responsible for the crimes against Mayella?  This part is left out of the court scene.

9th Grade:
Read the book burning packet and answer the questions on the back for homework.
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Homework - 02/02/2012
 
10th Grade:
Super simple, read the first 5 pages of chapter 19 in To Kill a Mockingbird. Be sure to pay attention to Scout's perceptions as Tom Robinson is questioned.


9th Grade:
Answer the following questions regarding Antigone.  Period H, you will not be able to answer question 6, as we have not yet finished the play.

Here is a video of Antigone's final speech for anyone who would like to watch.
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10th Grade:  

Active and Passive voices.  Please finish the worksheet that I assigned you for homework. The file is below if you misplaced yours. Also, remember there will be reading questions on chapter 18 of  To Kill a Mockingbird tomorrow as a "Do Now"
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I also thought it would be useful to have a video reviewing what we learned in class.  Remember,  it is easier to decipher the active versus the passive voice if you locate the "agent" first.



9th Grade:
While reading Antigone  we are going to focus on developing our vocabulary.  The homework tonight is straight from your text on page 542.  If you forgot your text I embedded a picture of it below.

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Homework 1/10 01/10/2012
 
9th Grade:

All you need to do tonight is finish editing your intro paragraph if you have not already done so and plug in the supporting details to the paragraph graphic organizer with your interpretation.

I embedded the video I used in class if you need help with the Intro paragraph. 

10th Grade:

Your task is simple, just define and use the following vocabulary words in a sentence.
1. Habiliments
2. Rotogravure
3. Ecclesiastical
4. Impedimenta
5. "The Garden of Gethsemane" -Just tell me what this is and why it would be found on a cardboard fan in a church.
6. Nimble (witted)
7. Myopic
8. Enarmored- NOT Enamored.  This is not easy to find. Google it with "To Kill A Mockingbird" and you will find the answer.
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For the 9th Grade:  Create your introduction paragraph
Here are the videos we used in class.  Tonight's homework is to create your and introductory paragraph and thesis statement . It may help to first focus on the thesis statement and work backwards from there.
This movie will help guide you in developing your introduction.  Remember, the first sentence does not need to discuss the thesis. The first sentence can be very broad and narrow to the topics in subsequent sentences.
 10th grade homework questions:1. What is different about Maycomb this summer for Scout?  Why is she miserable for 2 days?

2. Where does Calpurnia take Scout and Jem on Sunday? Be specific.
                 What about this experience made her uncomfortable?

3. What does Reverend Sykes do when he realizes that the congregation has failed to collect ten dollars?  Why is this important to the story?

4. How is Reverend Sykes’ preaching style different than that of Scout and Jem’s Pastor?

5. Why is Tom Robinson in jail?

6. Name two things the children learn about Calpurnia on their walk home.
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Hi Students,  this weekend you need to develop topic sentences for your paragraphs.
Remember that each paragraph needs to have a theme that is being discussed.  (The theme with support your thesis.) Like I have modeled in class my themes are the following:

My thesis:  The Gods are tormentors of Mankind.

Paragraph 1:  The Gods are too easily provoked.
Paragraph 2: The Gods' punishment is often unjust.
Paragraph 3: The end result is often bad for humanity. 

I found a great site that breaks it down into small pieces:  English for University Blog posts:
A good topic sentence will:
1. put forth an argument
2. it uses some words from the title (which means you are hopefully answering the question!)
3. it tells you what the rest of the sentence is going to be about.

After this sentence you need to support what you have said. That means giving evidence which justifies what you said in your topic sentence. Often this is when you will bring in your sources from your wider reading. (Hence, the supporting detail homework I gave you earlier this week)Some examples of Topic sentences are:

1. One of the strongest arguments in favor of a relaxed approach to immigration is that the UK benefits economically from immigrant labour.  (This topic sentence makes clear that the thesis is about immigration benefiting the U.K. Specifically, this topic sentence also lets the reader know that the paragraph supports the thesis by arguing immigrant  labor will benefit the U.K. economically.)

2. One of the most important factors leading to the outbreak of World War One was the arms race between Britain and Germany. (Again, the readers know the paper is about the outbreak of WWI.  More specifically this paragraph addresses the arms race between Britain and Germany as being a key factor.)
Generally speaking, topic sentences are:
• Short
• Simple
• Clear
• Give a strong idea
• Often use phrases such as:
One of the main reasons for …..
One of the major factors in ………… is…………….
Generally speaking, ………
One of the strongest arguments against/ in favour of………is ….
One of the main advantages / disadvantages of ………….is ……
Resources for this post:"Topic Sentences: How to Write Good Topic Sentences." English For University. Web. <http://englishforuniversity.com/?page_id=1126>.
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10th Grade:
Just finish reading chapter 9 of  To Kill a Mockingbird. Be ready to answer "Do Now" questions regarding the reading.
9th Grade:
Most of you became confused about the supporting details for your essays, so here is an example:  (Use the worksheet I gave you in class)

Remember to choose a position: Are the Gods are mankind's tormentors or benefactors?


Example:
Position: I believe the Gods were mankind's tormentors.

Supporting Myths:  Persephone & Hercules
Paragraph 1:  "Gods are easily provoked" -Topic sentences are based on the theme
A. Supporting Detail -Hera tries to kill Hercules as a child. (He is a symbol of Zeus' infidelity)
B. Supporting Detail -Hades decides to abduct Persephone because she is beautiful

Paragraph 2: "Gods unjustly punish"
A. 
B.

Paragraph 3: "The resolution is often bad for the victim"
A.
B.
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