English 9 (Period 2) Assignments
- Instructors
- Term
- Fall 2013 & Spring 2014
- Department
- English
- Description
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Instruction in English 9 introduces students to reading and writing at the high school level. Students develop comprehension and critical thinking skills through analysis of all major literary genres. Students develop writing skills while mastering the basic principles of grammar, vocabulary building and construction of sentences, paragraphs and essays. English 9 instruction establishes appreciation for literature and grammatical competence while enhancing communication skills.
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Past Assignments
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5 blank sheets of lined paper, stapled
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1. Late Work Due---see me about what you can still make up
2. Extra Credit Due
These will not be accepted late.
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Finish reading "The Cask of Amontillado" on pp. 59-68 of your textbook. Answer questions 1-3 on p. 68
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Define the following words on flash cards (word on one side/definition and part of speech on the other)
Cask/Scarlet Words
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Preclude
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Retribution
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Afflicted
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Explicit
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Recoiling
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Subside
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Imminent
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Infallibility
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Precariously
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Naught
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Evanesced
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Vermillion
Most words are the in the textbook!
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R & J character diary (one entry per Act/ two paragraphs each) in composition notebooks
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R & J, Act II, scenes iii-vi = starts on p. 844
match summary to textbook p. #
answer 1-5 p. 858
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R & J, Act I, scenes iv-v = starts on p. 821
match summary to textbook p. #
answer 1-6 p. 830
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R & J, Act I, scene i = starts on p. 807
match summary to textbook p. #
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Rough draft due!!!!
you must submit to www.turnitin.com
peer edit in class---if you miss this, you are responsible for making your own edit arrangements (keep in mind, break begins soon...)
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Composition Notebooks:
1. Dear Diary 1 par.
2. Sim/Met 4 line poem
3. Write & Pass
4. Compassionate Fish
Please have starting page marked
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Essay Outline/Boxes Due
+ INTRO PARAGRAPH
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read to the bottom of p. 292
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read to page break on p. 282
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read up to second page break of p. 265
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finish ch. 11 (we will begin in class on block day)
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ch. 10
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finish ch. 8
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last day to submit late work for partial credit for the quarter
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read to mid page 144 (if your class period did not make it there)
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read to p. 139 (start of ch. 8)
find 2 similes/2 metaphors from ch. 7/explain meaning in spiral notes
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finish ch. 6/bring art supplies
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finish ch. 5
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finish ch. 2
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finish ch. 1--quiz!!
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read The Secret Life of Bees chapter 1--stop at page break p. 19 (most editions) "And don't stick that nail into my peaches again"
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Explicate the poem on pp. 752-753-- “Women” by Alice Walker
-list all literary devices and explain
-answer questions 1-3 on p. 753
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1. Bees! Vocab quiz
2.1960s song explication--lyrics, devices, explanation
3. bring textbooks to class
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Define the following words on flashcards
word on one side
part of speech/definition/synonym on the other (no sentences this time)
handwritten
The Secret Life of Bees
Vocabulary List
1. presumptuous
2. siesta
3. insomniac
4. nymphs
5. conjure
6. dander
7. imbecile
8. mull
9. oblivious
10. apiary
11. motes
12. contemptible
13. parsonage
14. demoralized
15. blaspheme
16. eclectic
17. pith
18. corrugated
19. meander
20. ambrosia
21. bona fide
22. cloister
23. consignment
24. mites
25. deciduous
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Bring your copy of The Secret Life of Bees by Sue Monk Kidd to class
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Research, review, and bring to class your printed out information on your 1960s assigned topic
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-finish your 13 word or less poem
-include and label literary devices (min. of 5)
-write a paragraph explaining symbolic meaning of poem
-illustrate
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"The Road Not Taken" questions
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finish "Maggie and.... you" couplet (2 lines) and art
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finish "maggie and molly and milly and may" analysis (started in the block period)
T-D-CM-CM-D-CM-CM-C paragraph
markers, colored pencils, or crayons/textbooks
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Finish "I heard a Fly buzz..."
bring art supplies to class
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define the following words:
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Abash
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Pensive
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Languid
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Diverged
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Unrelenting
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Patriotism
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Deferred
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Fester
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Barren
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Perish
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Suffice
a. word, part of speech, definition
b. sentence
c. synonyms
Use your textbook!
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Finish "I never saw a Moor--"
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Analyze song (as we did with "Firework")
-identify lit. devices AND EXPLAIN them!!!
-song MUST be appropriate for your Catholic school environment
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bring project materials to class:
-empty, dry water bottle
-ribbon
-3 sheets of colored paper (printer, construction, wrapping or scrapbook)
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Prepare for the final exam!!
Use quizlet to review vocab and lit. devices!
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Bring final exam paper to class. 5 sheets of college ruled paper, stapled. No markings.
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LAST DAY TO SUBMIT LATE WORK!!!!
See me for assignments you can make up for partial credit.
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“The Gift of the Magi” Vocabulary
Define the following words using the format below. Please HANDWRITE. DO NOT TYPE.
1a. word-part of speech, definition.
1b. Then, use the word in a sentence, making sure to underline the word.
1c. Provide a synonym (a word having the same or nearly the same meaning as another)
2a…
- adorned
- agile
- inconsequential
- prosperity
- scrutiny
- sentiments
- cascade
- depreciate
- discreet
- faltered
- instigates Definitions due 11/27
- prudence You will be tested on 12/2.
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Mitty-inspired comic strip
6 frames
first and last = your "normal" life
middle 4 frames = your life as "hero"
Each frame needs a caption.
Title your comic.
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FOR ABSENT STUDENTS ONLY:
Read "The Secret Life of Walter MItty" pp. 127-134
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“The Secret Life of Walter Mitty” Vocabulary
Define the following words using the format below. Please HANDWRITE. DO NOT TYPE.
1a. word-part of speech, definition.
1b. Then, use the word in a sentence, making sure to underline the word.
1c. Provide a synonym (a word having the same or nearly the same meaning as another)
2a…
- menacing
- aimlessly
- bickering
- fleeting
- scornfully
- insolent
- inscrutable
- distraught
- derisive
- insinuate
- pandemonium
You will be tested on these words on Friday.
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Read pp. 316-328, "Rules of the Game"
Answer questions 1, 2, 4 on p. 328. Type your answers. You do NOT need to submit to turnitin.com.
Please note 1a, 1b, 1c, etc...
Bring markers, colored pencils, OR crayons to class
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Composition Notebook Check #2
See image for entries.
See image for entries.
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markers, colored pencils, or crayons
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Bring two sheets of colored paper (printer paper, construction, scrapbook, wrapping), scissors, glue, markers
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"Carry Your Own Skis" Tri-Fold Brochure (based on the selection pp. 521-526)
How to be responsible...
1. At Home
2. At School
3. In Other Aspects of Life (sports, job, misc.)
5 bullet points each, one illustration each
How to be responsible...
1. At Home
2. At School
3. In Other Aspects of Life (sports, job, misc.)
5 bullet points each, one illustration each
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TKAM Final Draft due!!!!!!!!!
Staple ALL essay materials together:
1. Final Draft
2. Rough Draft 2
3. Rough Draft 1
4. Prewriting Boxes
5. Brainstorm
6. Prompts
7. Rubric
Staple ALL essay materials together:
1. Final Draft
2. Rough Draft 2
3. Rough Draft 1
4. Prewriting Boxes
5. Brainstorm
6. Prompts
7. Rubric
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5 extra credit points awarded to essays submitted to turnitin.com and to me in the morning BEFORE testing. Must have all essay parts.
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Second Rough Draft (with revisions from previous edit)
Peer Edit #2 in class
Peer Edit #2 in class
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Essay Step 3/Rough Draft (TYPED)
Peer Edit will take place in class--attendance crucial!
Peer Edit will take place in class--attendance crucial!
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In class assignment/must read for Friday's in class assignment
Read pp. 80-85 of textbook "Checkouts"
Read pp. 80-85 of textbook "Checkouts"
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TKAM Essay Step 1/Brainstorm
Complete one sheet each for at least two characters (min. of two sheets--you may use the back or draw it yourself)
Complete one sheet each for at least two characters (min. of two sheets--you may use the back or draw it yourself)
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Write a paragraph using the body paragraph format about your name's symbolic meaning.
Follow MLA guidelines (heading on left, typed, double spaced, Times New Roman, size 12)
Submit to turnitin.com. Bring a printed copy to class. Label your sentences (T<D<CM<CM<D<CM<CM<C)
Follow MLA guidelines (heading on left, typed, double spaced, Times New Roman, size 12)
Submit to turnitin.com. Bring a printed copy to class. Label your sentences (T<D<CM<CM<D<CM<CM<C)
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Bring raffle tickets to class for our first extra credit raffle!
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Bring textbooks and TKM to class all week!!!
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Composition Notebook:
1. Mystery Object Story
2. Letter about Scout, Jem, and Dill
3. Make me love your pet (1 paragraph)
4. Gentle Cheer (4 lines)
1. Mystery Object Story
2. Letter about Scout, Jem, and Dill
3. Make me love your pet (1 paragraph)
4. Gentle Cheer (4 lines)
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Read chs. 19-20 to help you in writing the script for your group project
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Scout Rating Scale
Must be complete in order to participate in part 2 (in class)
Include Chapter numbers
Do not repeat examples
Do this in pen
Must be complete in order to participate in part 2 (in class)
Include Chapter numbers
Do not repeat examples
Do this in pen
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1. Disney theme paragraph following paragraph format reviewed in class (topic, detail, commentary, commentary, detail, commentary, commentary, closing--see the attached handout)
2. Submit to turnitin.com/print
2. Submit to turnitin.com/print
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Finish rereading ch. 9 and complete the chart in your spiral notes
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1. Re-read chs. 3 & 8 of To Kill a Mockingbird
2. Bring all materials to class, including Mockingbird.
2. Bring all materials to class, including Mockingbird.
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1. Bring materials to class, including art supplies and your copy of To Kill a Mockingbird.
2. Finish your 5 events and sentences
3. Make time for Disney animated movie this week---instructions for writing assignment will be given during block periods.
2. Finish your 5 events and sentences
3. Make time for Disney animated movie this week---instructions for writing assignment will be given during block periods.
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Bring art supplies to class!
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upload summer reading to turnitin.com by 8 am (following instructions given in class on Monday)
Turnitin.com Information:
Period 1 Log In: 6761314
Period 2 Log In: 6761325
Period 3 Log In: 6761328
Period 4 Log In: 6761332
Period 5 Log In: 6761338
Password: Vuoso
Please remember your e-mail address for this site!
Turnitin.com Information:
Period 1 Log In: 6761314
Period 2 Log In: 6761325
Period 3 Log In: 6761328
Period 4 Log In: 6761332
Period 5 Log In: 6761338
Password: Vuoso
Please remember your e-mail address for this site!
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course policy signature form
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-Typed hardcopy of summer reading. Remember to review it and make sure it is your own work!
-Keep a saved copy for upload to turnitin.com (I will show you how to do this in class)
-Keep a saved copy for upload to turnitin.com (I will show you how to do this in class)