In class (Compare & Contrast) Paragraph writing
-Postponed to Next Friday October 18th-
****Short Story Unit Test - Wednesday, October 16th****
Part 1 - Multiple Choice (15 marks)
Part 2 - Short Answer Questions (15 marks)
Part 3 - You will read a short story and answer questions (15 marks)
Part 2 - Short Answer Questions (15 marks)
Part 3 - You will read a short story and answer questions (15 marks)
Oct 18th, 2019
- In class writing assignment (Compare & Contrast of Lila & Albert - You must be present to write this. If you are away for any event (sports or personal matter) you must arrange to submit it as a homework piece Thursday, or the following Tuesday.
suggested_structure_to_follow_for_your_compare_and_contrast_essay.pdf |
Oct 16th, 2019
- Short Story Unit Test
Oct 11th, 2019
- Review
Oct 9th, 2019
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Oct 7th, 2019
- Compare and Contrast two characters in a story. You will be given your writing assignment which will be done in class, Friday October 11th.
- Homework preparation for Friday - Plan and possibly practice your writing for the in class assignment this Friday
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Oct 1st, 2019
- Read - The Rink
- Questions for homework. Please complete on a separate piece of paper to hand in.
- How would you describe narrator's behaviour and attitude at the beginning of the story? Describe his feelings for his brother at the beginning of the story.
- Why do you think Mr Givens acted the way he did in trying to break the rink?
- What did the rink mean to Mr Givens?
- Why does Jason conclude in the end that Cory is a neat kid?
- Which type of conflict is demonstrated in this story? Explain.
the.rink.pdf |
September 27, 2019
- Read - Priscilla and the Wimps
- Assignment - Character Writing Assignment - Due Tuesday, Oct 1, 2019
- Writing Aid - Character trait chart
characterization_writing_assignment.pdf |
priscilla-and-the-wimps.pdf |
character.trait.proof.chart.docx |
September 25, 2019
- P - Premise, P - Proof, A - Analysis
- Please write one paragraph describing yourself. Please write in the PPA form. You are required to provide: a topic sentence, three character traits that describe yourself. and each trait should have tangible, real life experience and a concluding sentence.
- Your paragraph should have a minimum of 10 sentences.
- If typed:.Font size 12, double space,d , clean font (no cursive fonts)
September 23, 2019
- In class - Short Story: The Tiniest Guitar in the World - Read and understand character traits of the protagonist in the story. (pg. 62-71)
- Activities
- Page 70 Question #2 - Draw out the chart in your book. Find three - three of Donald's character traits. What can you determine is his personality and traits from the story?
- Homework - Question #4 - Why does creating "the tiniest guitar in the world" become an important event for Donald? Do you think his life will be different because of the tiny guitar. Please provide two reasons. ( Length - half a page) - DUE NEXT PERIOD - Sept 25th
the.tiniest_guitar.in.the.world.pdf |
September 18, 2019
- In class - Short Story: K2: Dreams & Reality - we completed the plot diagram together as a group. Answers provided now.
- Homework: on the back of the worksheet, complete the "Reading First Person Narratives Practice." worksheet attached.
k2.plot.diagram.pdf |
k2.reading.first.person.narrative.practice.pdf |
September 16, 2019 - (Block B,C,D)
- Read: K2: Dreams & Reality (copy of the story is in the Collection Page on this website)
- Homework: To be collected for completion marks next class. Answer questions #1-5 at the end of the story. Due Sept 18th
September 12, 2019 - (Block B,C,D)
- Read a short story for pleasure, "The Story of An Hour." Think about the questions you answered for homework. (see Sept 10's homework).
- Worksheet: What is a Short Story? Class work that will go through to homework. In partners or by yourself, read through the handout and will in the worksheet breaking down the parts of a short story.
- Homework: Good Copy. You will be handed back your copy of the "Canadian Soldier Letter". Please submit a good copy by next class. You can use the template for your good copy.
soldier_letter_format_sheet.docx |
Pop Quiz Next Class (Sept 16th) on "What is a Short Story?" Worksheet
September 10, 2019 - (Block B,C,D)
Due Sept 12th, 2019
- If you are finished your letter early, please take the time to look over "Defining Moments". Choose one or two stories of your choice and read them.
- On a separate piece of paper, answer the following questions. These questions will be discussed in the following class.
- What is a short story?
- In what way can reading and exploring stories help us understand ourselves better?
- How might reading and studying stories help us make connections to others?
- Is it possible for two people to read the same story and come away with different thoughts and interpretations. Explain why or why not.
- What do you hope to achieve by studying short stories? (Write THREE goals for your own learning: (E.g. What skills do you want to develop? What knowledge do you wish to gain?)
Due Sept 12th, 2019