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Read the chapter from Grendel.
After reading chapter 3 of the novel Grendel, think of a time when you have been misunderstood. What lessons about the narrative do you learn as a result? Relate what you know of Beowulf’s experience to that of Grendel by citing textual evidence from the excerpt to support and develop your thesis for the following essay.
Informational Essay. Using excerpts from Beowulf and Grendel, analyze the effect point of view has on narration. Make sure you explain point of view in terms of both its literary purpose and its importance in shaping an author’s style choices. Incorporate cited textural evidence from both literary and informational text as needed to develop and support your explanation.
Rubric for paper is found:
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Essay due Sept 22/23. MLA format.
Magna Carta
http://www.historylearningsite.co.uk/magna_carta-transcript.htm
The Magna Carta is widely viewed as one of the most important legal documents in the history of democracy. It was written in response to landowners who felt they were being unfairly subjugated by King John. Choose one of the following points-of view- (women, Jews, peasants) and argue the merits or shortcomings of the document as it relates to that particular group of people. Use textual evidence from the Magna Carta and other research to help develop and support your argument. (cc p 2)
· *This is an Argumentation/opinion essay similar to what you need to write for your Senior Project. Use the instructions about writing an Argumentative Paper that you already have and use it as a guide to construct this paper.
Paper due October 10/11, 2013.
CANTERBURY TALE READING AND VOCABULARY
Tales of Love and Marriage – Girls
*Wife of Bath (134-5) Read the tale on pages 164-174.
What makes a happy marriage? Do you think Chaucer had a happy of unhappy marriage? Take a stand.
Vocab – betray
Clemency
Prescience
Sovereign
Temporal
Cautionary Tales – Boys
Nun’s Tale (126-127)
*Pardoner’s Tale (140-142) Read the tale on pages 151-159.
Summoner’s Tale (139-40)
Canon’s Yeoman Tale (125-6)
These stories were designed to warn against certain behaviors. These include fables, parables, lessons about morality, and exemplums (stories that provide specific examples that prove some moral rule).
What is the character sin or defect for each of your travelers? What lesson could be learned from them?
Voc. – conundrum
Iniquity
Miscreant
Prattle
Recrimination
Sycophant
Allegory of the Cave - Plato Finish audio video clip by Oct 8/9
http://www.greenvalleyhs.org/library/Documents/PlatoAllegoryCave.pdf Go to the video that is connected to it under the title.
Analysis http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=axARKd24eHo with Greek connections.
Basic analysis (and good sample video clip) http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lGfpkVj_CPQ
The Matrix clip http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WnEYHQ9dscY
* ASSIGNMENT: Choose a modern day situation that you believe best represents the “allegory” and create a visual/audio presentation that supports your opinion. Make sure your audience can make clear connections between Plato and your representation. The presentation should include allusions to Plato’s “allegory” and its major themes. NO POWERPOINT! Any still images, video clips, and music should underscore your argument and develop your overall message. CC #2
http://www.greenvalleyhs.org/library/Documents/PlatoAllegoryCave.pdf Go to the video that is connected to it under the title.
Analysis http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=axARKd24eHo with Greek connections.
Basic analysis (and good sample video clip) http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lGfpkVj_CPQ
The Matrix clip http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WnEYHQ9dscY
* ASSIGNMENT: Choose a modern day situation that you believe best represents the “allegory” and create a visual/audio presentation that supports your opinion. Make sure your audience can make clear connections between Plato and your representation. The presentation should include allusions to Plato’s “allegory” and its major themes. NO POWERPOINT! Any still images, video clips, and music should underscore your argument and develop your overall message. CC #2
The Seafarer - Anglo Saxon poem
http://www.nexuslearning.net/books/elements_of_lit_course6/Anglo_Saxon_Period/The%20Seafarer.htm
http://www.nexuslearning.net/books/elements_of_lit_course6/Anglo_Saxon_Period/The%20Seafarer.htm
Assignments: Check power school for all assignments.
Beowulf Unit
reading_schedule_for_the_stranger_by_albert_camus_2.doc | |
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how_to_look_at_a_philosophical_question.doc | |
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stranger_questions.doc | |
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Write your own satire. Rough draft or thorough outline due Jane 17/18. Final copy due Jan 22/23.
modest_proposal.doc | |
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Assertion Journal article - due Jan 14
can_you_contract_plague_from_a_corpse.doc | |
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Book selection. Must have book with you Jan 22/23.
senior_choices_from_age_of_restoration_or_romanticism.doc | |
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Due December 5th and 6th
What are the prominent religions in your peace corps country? (check the peace corps tab if you forgot your country)
How do the religions affect the culture?
Due November 28th
Macbeth FInal Project - All four projects (one from each category)
Macbeth FInal Project - All four projects (one from each category)
macbeth_final_project.doc | |
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Due November 29th and 29th
Assertion Journal - Lady Macbeth
Assertion Journal - Lady Macbeth
macbeth-_fantasies_of_female_evil.doc | |
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Due November 16th
Recite one of Shakespear's sonnets to Mrs. Bentley
Recite one of Shakespear's sonnets to Mrs. Bentley
college_application_essay_topics.doc | |
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Due November 2nd and 9th
College admissions essays #2 and #3
College admissions essays #2 and #3
Due October 30th
College Admissions essay #1
College Admissions essay #1
Due October 29th
Assertion Journal "Pretending Everything's Okay Works"
Assertion Journal "Pretending Everything's Okay Works"
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peace_corps_pilgrimage.pdf | |
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- Complete vocabulary for The Canterbury Tales.
- Vocabulary should be in the format shown in class with four columns labeled as follws:
Term, Description, In Your Own Words, and Picture of the term. - One point will be awarded for each completed vocabulary square.
- See a list of vocabulary words at the bottom of this page.
Due October 8th and 9th
Write a minimum of 200 words on the knight's virtues, vices, and conversion from "The Wife of Bath's Tale."
*Use your notes from the dramatic structure to organize your thoughts.
Due September 28th and October 1st
Choose two characters from a well-known stories; choose one character for thier vices and choose the other character for their virtues.
-Write two paragraphs. The first paragraph details one character's vices and how they affected the characters actions; the second paragraph details the other character's virtues and how they affected the characters actions (half a page minimum).
Example:
1. The Grinch from How the Grinch Stole Christmas had many vices. One of his vices was envy which caused him to steal Christmas from the Whos in Whoville. He just couldn't leave them alone so he...
2. Yoda is an example of a virtuous character. His virtue is wisdom which he gives to the young jedi Luke to help him destroy the evil empire. Yoda acts as a counselor for the good side of the force by...
Choose two characters from a well-known stories; choose one character for thier vices and choose the other character for their virtues.
-Write two paragraphs. The first paragraph details one character's vices and how they affected the characters actions; the second paragraph details the other character's virtues and how they affected the characters actions (half a page minimum).
Example:
1. The Grinch from How the Grinch Stole Christmas had many vices. One of his vices was envy which caused him to steal Christmas from the Whos in Whoville. He just couldn't leave them alone so he...
2. Yoda is an example of a virtuous character. His virtue is wisdom which he gives to the young jedi Luke to help him destroy the evil empire. Yoda acts as a counselor for the good side of the force by...
Due September 25, 26
Write one paragraph (5-7 sentences) answering this question:
-How does the feudal class system compare to America's class system?
-Compare/contrast the distribution of wealth in both systems.
Write one paragraph (5-7 sentences) answering this question:
-How does the feudal class system compare to America's class system?
-Compare/contrast the distribution of wealth in both systems.
In class: complete vocabulary pre-assessment test.
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Master Vocabulary List of Terms and Definitions
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