English 9 (Period 1) Assignments

Classwork:

Wrote poem analysis and reflection chart as part of the final exam.

 

Homework:

1. Study for the final exam.

2. Bring all notes and activities + the novel to write the Jekyll and Hyde essay.

3. Bring your summer reading book.

Classwork from 5/24:

1. Wrote May book review.

2. Turned in all grammar chapt.4 work.

3. Did grammar quiz - "The Clause."

4. Did RFU and calculated score.

 

Homework due 5/29:

1. Study for the 4-paragraph poem analysis you will write on Tues., 5/29 (see class outline); 

    this is the first part of your final exam.

2. Review for the final exam which is on Thurs., 5/31.

Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde - bring all notes & book for the essay

Know the elements of a 4-paragraph essay (see writing guide)

3. If absent 5/24, get summer reading book from the library.

Classwork from 5/22:

1. Read adventure book and recorded log entry; turned in May Reading Logs.

2. Discussed grammar work and studied pgs.106-8.

   Added Ex. 10 pg.108-9 to chapt. 4 work.

   Started Ex. 11 p.109.

 

Homework due 5/24:

1. Finish adventure book before class on Thurs.  Bring the book, if possible.

2. Finish Ex. 11 and Ex. A on handout or from grammar book - pg.109.

    Turn in all chapt. 4 grammar work.

3. Review chapt. 4 for a short clause quiz.

Meet in the library at the beginning of class on Thursday!

Classwork from 5/18:

1. Turned in novel notes (including sketch) and two style charts.

2. Did Jekyll and Hyde test.

3. Read adventure book and recorded entry.

4. Created final exam study sheet (see below).

 

Homework due 5/22:

1. Read adventure book - May Reading Logs are due Tues., 5/22; 

    finish book before class on Thurs., 5/24.

2. In grammar book, study pgs. 101-102.  Do Ex. 8 p.102-3.  Bring book.

3. Begin reviewing for final exam.  We start the final on Tues., 5/29 with a poem analysis.

Know these stories:

Jekyll and Hyde  (for essay only)

Know how to write a 4-paragraph essay (see Writing Guide below if you need a new copy)

Know how to analyze a poem in 4 paragraphs:

Paragraph 1

Introduce poem&poet. Summarize literal events. End with a thesis about the main message.

Paragraph 2

Analyze 5 or more literary devices.  Name each, quote an example, & explain with 2 CMs.

Paragraph 3

Analyze 3 themes. Write the theme statement first, then explain & support with CMs.

Paragraph 4

Make personal connections between the poem and your own life experiences.

 

 

Classwork from 5/16:

1. Read adventure book and recorded log entry.

2. Discussed style elements from Jekyll and Hyde chapt. 9.

3. Read chapt. 10.

 

Homework due 5/18:

1. Read novel and record log entries.  May Reading Logs are due Tues., 5/22;

    there will be a reading session in class on 5/22.  Finish your book before class on 5/24.

2. Study Jekyll and Hyde story + vocab. for the test on Fri., 5/18.

    Turn in chapt. notes (including notes for chapt.10), chapt. 5 sketch, + two style charts.

3. Print poem analysis for "Making a Fist" which you posted on turnitin.com (from poetry unit).

    Bring grammar book, poetry materials, Romeo and Juliet materials, and essay writing materials.

Classwork from 5/14:

1. Read adventure book and recorded entry.

2. In grammar book, studied p.93-100 "The Clause."

3. Did Ex.1, p.95, Ex.2, p.97, and Ex.6, p.100-101.

4. Began reading Jekyll and Hyde chapt. 9.

 

Homework due 5/16:

1. Read and record log entries.

2. Finish Jekyll and Hyde chapt. 9 and write notes on the chapt. chart.

3. Find examples for the DDIST List from chapt. 9 (see below if absent).

4. Begin to study, especially the vocab., for Friday's test (5/18) on Jekyll and Hyde.

Classwork from 5/10:

1. Read adventure novel and recorded log entry.

2. Reviewed vocabulary sheet.

3. Read Jekyll and Hyde and wrote examples of style elements for diction, detail,

    imagery (figurative language), syntax, and tone.  If absent, print the chart posted below.

 

Homework due 5/14:

1. Read adventure book and record entries.

2. Finish reading chapt. 8 from Jekyll and Hyde; add info. to the chapt. notes chart.

3. Bring style (voice) handout and bring grammar book.

Classwork from 5/8:

1. Read YA novel and recorded entry.

2. Turned in Jekyll and Hyde vocabulary chart.

3. Analyzed handwriting sample.

 

Homework due 5/10:

1. Read adventure novel and record entries.

2. Read Jekyll and Hyde chapts. 6 & 7. 

    Record notes for each chapter separately; complete the first chart before starting the second.

Classwork from 5/4:

1. Did phrase quiz (grammar chapt. 3).

2. Read YA novel and recorded entry.

3. Teacher checked vocab. sheet (front side) for completion.

4. Read chapt. 5 Jekyll and Hyde.

5. Sketched the first paragraph of chapt. 5.

 

Homework due 5/8:

1. Read YA novel and record log entries.

2. Complete the Jekyll and Hyde vocab. sheet - back side.

Classwork from 5/2:

1. Started in-class reading from May novel - YA realistic adventure.

2. Recorded first reading session on log sheet.

3. Studied grammar p.90-91.  Did Ex. 14 p.91; as a group did Ex. B p.92.

4. Turned in all chapt. 3 grammar work: Ex.2 - Ex.14 (we did not do every exercise).

5. Read Jekyll & Hyde chapts. 3 & 4; combine notes into one section on journal chart.

 

Homework due 5/4:

1. Read May novel and record entries.

2. Review grammar chapt. 3 for a quiz on phrases.

3. Do the front side only of Jekyll & Hyde vocab. sheet.

 

Classwork from 4/30:

1. Went over grammar homework.

2. Studied pgs. 85-6 and did Ex. 11 p.87; picked one sentence to diagram from Ex.13, p.89.

3. Checked out The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde from the library.

4. Read chapt. 1 of the novel and recorded items on handout.

 

Homework due 5/2:

1. Bring all grammar work from chapt. 3 + grammar book.

2. Bring May novel - YA realistic adventure book.

3. Read chapt. 2 of Jekyll and Hyde p.7-13; add items to chart.

Classwork from 4/26:

1. Wrote review for April book.

2. Did RFU.

3. Went over grammar homework.

4. Did Ex.7 1-5 p.80 in grammar book.

    Studied p.81; did Ex.8 1-5 p.81 (bottom) - 82.

5. Studied p.82-3; did Ex. 9 p.83.

 

Homework due 4/30:

1. Complete Ex. 9 from class, if needed.

2. Study p.84 in grammar book; do Ex. 10 p.84-5.

    Bring grammar book and all work from chapt. 3.

3. Start selecting and reading May books - YA realistic adventure.

    May 2nd is the first day for in-class reading.

Classwork from 4/24:

1. Read and recorded reading session on log sheet.

2. Turned in April Reading Logs.

3. Turned in love essay draft + quote sheet with outline on back.

4. In grammar book, did Ex. A p.77.

5. Studied pgs. 77 (bottom) to 79 and did Ex. 6 p.79.

 

Homework due 4/26:

1. Finish reading memoir or biography.

2. Complete Ex. 6 p.79 in grammar book; bring book + chapt.3 work to class.

Classwork from 4/20:

1. Read memoir and logged entry.

2. In grammar book, studied pgs. 48-52, 62-64, and 75-76.

3. Did Ex. 5 p.76-77 (1-10).

4. Edited love essay by adding hand-written revisions.

 

Homework due 4/24:

1. Finish hand-editing essay and do all revisions on the google docs copy.

2. Proofread the essay carefully, then submit the final copy to turnitin.com.

3. Turn in the essay draft with many revisions, + the quote chart & outline on the back.

4. Read memoir and record entries; April Reading Logs are due Tues., 4/24.

    Finish the book before class on 4/26.

5. Bring grammar book and work.

Classwork from 4/18:

1. Read memoir and recorded entry.

2. Went over grammar work; studied pgs. 72-74. Did Ex. 4 p.74.

3. Discussed love essay and read a sample.

4. Began writing Romeo and Juliet essay:

    Write a mulit-paragraph essay in which you analyze the various loves expressed in the play.

    Use the Writing Guide to help shape your essay (see below - this essay can be 5 paragraphs).

 

Homework due 4/20:

1. Type (double space) the love essay in google docs.

2. Print (single side only) a draft copy to bring to class.  This is a complete essay but not perfected.

    Also bring previous essay scoring guides & drafts you've written.

3. Read memoir and record logs.  April Reading Logs are due 4/24; finish the book before 4/26.

4. Bring grammar book and work.

 

Classwork from 4/16:

1. Read memoir and recorded log entry.

2. Did preAP practice passage and one independent passage; turned in all preAP work.

3. In grammar book, studied pgs. 69-71.

    Did Ex. 2 pgs. 71-72.

 

Homework due 4/18:

1. Read novel and record entries.

2. Complete the grammar work from class (see above); bring book to class.

3. On the back of the Romeo and Juliet  quote sheet, outline 2-3 body paragraphs for your essay.

   Determine a focus for each paragraph and list 3-4 examples in the order you want to write them.

   Use words and phrases, not sentences, for your outline.

Classwork from 4/12:

1. Read memoir and logged reading session.

2. Discussed Romeo and Juliet passages; keep classwork paper for next week.

3. Read Act 5; if absent, read this in your textbook, pgs.861-874.

 

Homework due 4/16:

1. Read novel and record log entries.

2. Bring your grammar book to class.

3. Complete the chart of love relationships in Romeo and Juliet.  Support each with a direct quote.

    The play starts on p.771 in your textbook.

    If absent, see below.

Classwork from 4/10:

1. Read memoir and recorded entry.

2. Did Act 4 quiz.

3. Did preAP analysis of passages from Romeo and Juliet.

 

Homework due 4/12:

1. Read from your memoir or biography and record reading sessions.

2. You may nominate senior students to be considered for the Weldon Fairplay Award.

     http://www.sphsasb.org/student-voting

    Nominations end Weds. at 3:15pm.

Classwork from 3/30:

1. Discussed Act 3 Open Book test and turned in work.

2. Read Romeo and Juliet Act 4.

 

Homework due 4/10:

1. Review Act 4 for a quiz.  In your textbook, study pgs. 845-857.

2. Complete and log 5 or more reading sessions from a memoir or biography.

    Bring the book to class.

Classwork from 3/28:

1. Read from April book - a memoir or biography.  Started a new Reading Log.

2. Read Romeo and Juliet Act 3, scenes 2 - 5.

   If absent, read from your textbook pgs. 825-841.

 

Homework due 3/30:

1. Read 5 sessions from your April book by 4/9.  Bring the book on Fri., 3/30.

2. Do Act 3 Open Book test.  If absent from class, answer all questions from pgs. 841 and 842.

Classwork from 3/26:

1. Wrote review for historical fiction book and turned in graphic.

2. Turned in March reading logs.

3. Did interim computer benchmark.

4. Did RFU.

 

Homework due 3/28:

1. Select a memoir or biography for April and start reading.

2. Bring your new book to class on Wednesday.

Classwork from 3/22:

1. Read novel and recorded entry.

2. Turned in Romeo and Juliet homework:

3. Read Act 2 scenes 3, 4, 5 and Act 3 scene 1.

   If absent, read these in your textbook, pgs. 802 - 825.

 

Homework due 3/26:

1. Finish historical fiction book.

2. Turn in March Reading Logs.

3. Find one large graphic about the historical event from your March novel.

    Move it into googledocs and fill most of the page (portrait style) with the image.

    Cite it directly under the bottom right corner with only the url stem, using a small font.

    Write a one sentence explanation of the graphic.

4. Print the image to bring to class.

 

Classwork from 3/20:

1. Read novel and recorded log entry.

2. Discussed Act 1 work; keep this paper for Thurs.

3. Read Act 2, scene 1 and started scene 2 work.

 

Homework due 3/22:

1. Read historical fiction book and record entries.  Finish the book this weekend.

    March Reading Logs are due Monday, 3/26.

2. Complete Act 2 scene 2 packet.

3. Turn in Romeo and Juliet vocab. sheet + Act 1 work + Act 2 work.

    If absent on 3/22, read Act 2 scenes 1 and 2, pgs. 795-802.

    Do Q 2 & 3, p.815 and Q 1a, 2, 4, & 8 p.816.

Classwork from 3/16:

1. Read historical fiction novel and recorded log entry.

2. Discussed Romeo and Juliet vocab. and prologue; keep this paper to turn in later.

3. Watched Act 1 of the play.

 

Homework due 3/20:

1. Do Act 1 worksheet.  The play begin on p.771 in your textbook.

If absent on 3/16, read p.771-791 in textbook (Act 1) and answer all questions pgs. 791 & 792

2. Read March novel and record log entries.

 

Classwork from 3/14:

1. Did A Tale of Two Cities test.

2. Read novel and recorded log entry.

3. Went over grades for 3rd Quarter.

 

Homework due 3/16:

1. Read historical fiction novel and record entries.

2. Do Romeo and Juliet vocab. and prologue translation sheet.

    Use p.771 in textbook, if you do not have the worksheet, and rewrite

    the Prologue in modern English.

 

Classwork from 3/9:

1. Read novel and recorded log entry.

2. Read Tale chapt. 15 "The Footsteps Die Out for Ever."

3. Answered questions for chapts. 12 to the end.

 

Homework due 3/14:

1. Read your novel and record log entries.

2. Review A Tale of Two Cities for the test on Weds., 3/14.

      Our 200 vocab. words from the novel will not be tested.

3. On the paper used in class, add study notes about the story.

      Create charts, lists, or some other graphic organizer to help you study.

      Turn in this paper before taking the test.

Classwork from 3/7:

1. Read Tale Book 3 chapt. 14 "The Knitting Done."

2. Did poetry test.

3. Read novel and recorded log entry.

 

Homework due 3/9:

1. Read novel and record entries.

2. Start studying for A Tale of Two Cities test which is Weds., 3/14.

    Know the whole book; vocab. will not be tested.

Classwork from 3/5:

1. Read novel and recorded log entry.

2. Wrote an essay to analyze "Making a Fist."

   If absent, read the poem posted below and follow the 4-paragraph writing guide:

P1 introduction of poem & poet, including summary statements of the literal poem setting

P2 identify 5 (not just 3) literary devices: name, example (cited by line#), and analysis

P3 analysis of 3 theme statements

P4 personal opinion of the effectiveness of the poem structure and messages

3. Submitted essay to turnitin.com.

 

Homework due 3/7:

1. Study for poetry test.  Know chart of15 literary devices and how to analyze a poem.

2. Read novel and record entries.

3. A Tale of Two Cities test will be Weds., 3/14.

 

Classwork from 3/1:

1. Started in-class reading sessions of historical fiction novel.

2. Began new Reading Log for March.

3. Read Tale chapt. 13 "Fifty-Two" and debated the outcome of the chapter.

4. As a group, discussed and recorded the topic and 3 themes from "Ithaca."

5. Turned in "Ithaca" homework and class work.

 

Homework due 3/5:

1. Read your historical fiction book and record entries.

2. Begin studying for a poetry test which is Weds., 3/7.

    Know the 15 devices and how to analyze a poem.

Classwork from 2/27:

1. Read Tale Book 3 chapts. 11 "Dusk" and 12 "Darkness."

2. Did Book 3 vocab. test.

3. Turned in February Reading Logs.

 

Homework due 3/1:

1. Get Historical Fiction books and start reading; bring a book on Thurs.

2. In textbook, study "Ithaca" pgs. 1059-1060.

   Create a chart of the 15 terms and an example of each one from this poem.

Classwork from 2/23:

1. Discussed and turned in topic + 3 themes from "Sympathy."

2. Did shared discussion of book read in February.

3. Read chapt. 10 Tale Book 3 "The Substance of the Shadow."

4. Did an activity based on chapt. 10; if absent, make this up when you return to class.

 

Homework due 2/27:

1. Finish reading Feb. book by Monday; turn in February Reading Logs on Tues., 2/27.

2. Study for the Book 3 vocab. test which is Tues.

3. Start looking for March books - historical fiction - and have a book in class on Thurs., 3/1.

You do not need to use a public library for March books.

Classwork from 2/21:

1. Read novel and recorded log entry.

2. Discussed Tale quiz and teacher verified Book 3 vocab. completion.

3. Read Tale chapt. 9 (Book 3) "The Game Made."

4. Added a graphic + citation to original poem and submitted to turnitin.com.

5. Turned in original poem draft with handwritten revisions.

 

Homework due 2/23:

1. Read novel and finish book by Monday, 2/26.  Reading Logs are due Tues., 2/27.

2. Bring favorite public library book read in February to class on Friday.

3. Start studying for Book 3 vocab. test which is on Tues., 2/27.

4. In textbook, study "Sympathy" p.292.

Record one topic and three themes found in the poem.

Classwork from 2/15:

1. Read novel and recorded entry.

2. Discussed original poem and received feedback.

3. Read Tale chapt. 8 "A Hand at Cards."

If absent, use literatureproject.com to read this important chapter.

 

Homework due 2/21:

1. Read from novel and record log entries.

2. Do Book 3 vocab. #21-40.  If absent and doing sketches, see below.

3. Revise your original poem with handwritten changes; label the 5 devices required.

Use a straight left margin, but balance the poem on the page.

Make the changes in google docs & bring the 1st copy back to class.

Classwork from 2/13:

1. Did Tale quiz from Book 3 chapts. 6 & 7.

2. Read library book and recorded log entry; received 2nd reading log paper.

3. Discussed grade sheet for report card and "Papa's Waltz" themes.

4. Read about Jen Bricker and the poem "Can't" by Edgar Guest.

 

Homework due 2/15:

1. Read novel and record log entries.

2. Write your own original poem about overcoming challenges or obstacles. 

You may use a personal experience, observation, or motivational ideas to create themes.

3. The poem must have multiple stanzas and include these devices:

4. Type the poem in google docs and print a copy to bring to class.

 

Classwork from 2/9:

1. Read novel and recorded entry on Reading Log.

2. Studied the poem "My Papa's Waltz" and identified 10-15 devices used in the poem.

(Quoted  example +label only, no analysis.)

3. Wrote a 3-segment paragraph analyzing themes - messages or lessons learned - from the poem.

Themes are stated as complete sentences, not topics, and followed by 2 CMs of analysis.

Each segment must integrate quoted evidence from the poem.

If absent, here's the poem to make up the classwork for today:

4. Turned in poem analysis of "Spearthrower," "Roads," and "Waltz" (today's work).

 

Homework due 2/13:

1. Read novel and record entries.  If you finish a book, start reading another public library book

of contemporary fiction published within the last 10 years.

2. Use literatureproject.com (see link below) to read A Tale of Two Cities Book 3,

chapts. 6 "Triumph" and 7 "A Knock at the Door."

There will be a quiz on Tuesday about your Tale homework reading!

 

Classwork from 2/7:

1. Read novel and recorded entry.

2. Discussed poetry homework for "The Spearthrower."  Added examples to literary terms:

satire, personification, hyperbole

3. Read Tale chapts. 4 & 5 (Book 3).

 

Homework due 2/9:

1. Read novel and record log entries.

2. On the back of "The Spearthrower" homework (or another page if out of room),

analyze "The Road Not Taken" through at least 7 poetic devices.

Classwork from 2/5:

1. Read novel and recorded log entry.

2. Read chapts. 2 and 3 (Book 3) Tale of Two Cities "The Grindstone" and "The Shadow."

3. Teacher verified vocab. homework completion.

4. Studied the poem "The Courage that My Mother Had."

5. On poetry terms chart, recorded examples for consonance, figurative language, imagery, and tone.

 

Homework due 2/7:

1. Read novel and record log entries.

2. In your textbook, study " The Spearthrower" pg. 231.

3. Identify (quote examples), label, and give a written analysis of 7 poetic devices used in the poem.

Classwork from 2/1:

1. Read novel and started Reading Log documentation (see teacher if absent).

2. Continued poem recitations and discussed "Slam, Dunk, & Hook."

3. Added examples to the terms chart for alliteration, allusion, onomatopoeia, and simile.

If absent, add these examples from the same poem in the textbook.

4. Turned in "Slam, Dunk" homework.

5. Finished reading Tale Book 3 chapt. 1 "In secret."

 

Homework due 2/5:

1. Read novel and record entries; have a book in class every day.

2. Do Book 3 vocabulary #1-20.  If absent, see below.

Classwork from 1/30:

1. Read public library book and verified it's contemporary fiction published within the last 10 years.

2. Went over novel reading requirements. (Get paper from Mrs. Taylor if absent.)

3. Did more poem recitations.

4. Read A Tale of Two Cities Book 3 chapt. 1 "In Secret."

 

Homework due 2/1:

1. Read your novel and bring it to class.  Make sure it meets the requirements for Feb.

2. In textbook, study "Slam, Dunk, & Hook" pgs. 228-9.

3. Do questions 1-6 p.229; write complete responses.

4. Poem recitations will resume - be ready.

Classwork from 1/26:

1. Started poem recitations.

2. Discussed essay draft and did peer critique.

3. Revised Darnay essay and submitted to turnitin.com.

4. Turned in quote sheet + handwritten intro. and essay draft.

 

Homework due 1/30:

1. Get public library book - contemporary fiction published in the last 10 years.

2. Start reading...and bring book to class on Tues.

3. Continue poem memorization.

Classwork from 1/24:

1. Practiced poems for recitation.

2. Discussed and turned in "Two Roads" homework.

3. On poetry terms chart, added examples for metaphor (from "Roads")

and irony (from "Hurricanes").

4. On the chart back, added the term "anaphora" and an example from "Hurricanes."

5. Wrote or expanded the intro. paragraph for the Darnay essay.

6. Began writing the essay.

 

Homework due 1/26:

1. Be ready to recite "Myself" or "The Road Not Taken."

2. Finish your 4-paragraph essay draft in google docs; double space.

3. Print (front side only) the essay draft to bring to class; bring the quote chart to turn in.

4. Make plans to get contemporary fiction books from a public library for class next Tues.

 

1. Read Tale chapt. 24 "Drawn to the Loadstone Rock."

2. Listed 5 reasons why Darnay decides to go to France and 4 reasons to stay in England.

Recorded textual evidence (a quote) to support each idea.

3. Started writing introductory paragraph for an essay about Darnay's decision.

4. Turned in poetry analysis homework for "Hurricanes."

 

Homework due 1/24:

1. In textbook, do questions 1-6 for "The Road Not Taken;" write complete responses.

2. Continue poem memorization; recitations begin Fri., 1/26.

3. Using the online text, finish locating quotes for your Darnay chart from class;

record the chapter number for each.

4. Starting Tues., Jan 30 you must have a book in class that meets these requirements:

Classwork from 1/18:

1. Did Tale Book 2 Part 3 vocab. test.

2. Started RFU (Reading for Understanding) for second semester.

3. Discussed poetic rhythm and recorded the first line of "Myself" or "Road" as an example.

If absent, study "feet" and "meter" from the Literary Terms Handbook at the back of your textbook.

 

Homework due 1/22:

1. Continue poem memorization. Recitations will begin Fri., 1/26.

2. In textbook, study "Problems with Hurricanes" pgs. 405-6.

3. Answer questions 1-5, p. 406 with complete responses.

Classwork from 1/16:

1. Read Tale chapts. 22 "The Sea Still Rises" and 23 "Fire Rises."

2. Did written response to the reading (make this up in class if absent).

3. Worked on defining poetry terms for the chart; do not fill in examples yet!

 

Homework due 1/18:

1. Complete definitions of the poetry terms by using the Literary Terms Handbook

at the back of your textbook (begins on page R6); do not record examples.

2. Study vocab. Book 2 Part 3 for the test on Thursday.

3. Continue the poem memorization process.

Classwork from 1/11:

1. Read Tale chapt. 21 "Echoing Footsteps."

2. Sketched the contrast between London 1789 and Paris 1789; turned in work.

3. Discussed poem vocab. and structure for "Road" & "Myself."

 

Homework due 1/16:

1. Continue vocab. study for Book 2 Part 3 test.

2. Continue poem memorization process.

3. On poetry terms chart, (see below if absent) write a definition for rhyme (#11);

record an example of rhyme from one of the two poems (see #3 above).

Welcome to second semester!!

 

Classwork from 1/9:

1. Read A Tale of Two Cities Book 2, chapt. 20 "A Plea."

2. Wrote a two-paragraph letter (personal style) from Darnay or Lucie to apologize for their intense discussion in the chapter; turned in this classwork.

3. Discussed vocab. process and teacher returned Book 2, Part 3 vocab. sheet.

4. Began discussion of poem memorization.

 

Homework due 1/11:

1. Begin to memorize "The Road Not Taken" or "Myself."

2. Start studying Book 2, Part 3 vocab.; test is Thurs., Jan. 18.

 

 

Classwork from 12/15:

1. Read and discussed chapt. 19 "An Opinion" from Tale Book 2.

2. Did RFU and calculated grade.

 

Homework due 12/19:

1. Prepare to write a full-block business letter on Tues., Dec 19, to start the final exam.

2. Use your study guide to prepare for the final exam.

Classwork from 12/13:

1. Read Tale chapt. 18 "Nine Days."

2. Wrote a 3-segment paragraph about Lorry and Pross being concerned for Dr. Manette;

turned in writing.

3. Did Mockingbird Part 2 quiz.

4. Using chart of quotes (provided in class), identified scenes from the novel.

 

Homework due 12/15:

1. Bring all Mockingbird materials.

2. Study for final exam; we begin our final on Tues. 12/19 with the business letter.

Classwork from 12/11:

1. Discussed grammar homework.  Did Ex. E p.149 & Ex. G 150-151.

Turned in all grammar work from chapt. 6 "Verbs."

2. Went over final exam review sheet and discussed information.

3. Discussed and read Mockingbird, chapt. 26 to the end (pgs. 241-281).

 

Homework due 12/13:

1. Finish reading Mockingbird and review chapts. 12-31 for a quiz; bring the book.

2. Begin studying for the final exam;

the business letter portion will be written on Tues., Dec. 19th.

Classwork from 12/7:

1. Discussed Mockingbird and read chapts. 21 and 22.

2. Began reading chapt. 23 independently.

 

Homework due 12/11:

1. In grammar book, study p.146-147 "Sit/Set" and "Rise/Raise."

Do Ex.14 p.147.

Do Ex.16 p.148.

Bring book and all chapt. 6 work.

2. Finish reading Mockingbird chapt. 23.

Read chapts. 24 and 25 pgs. 227-241.

Classwork from 12/5:

1. Discussed grammar homework.

Did Ex. 9 p.144 for sentences 3, 4, and 8 (from Ex. 8).

Studied p.144 and did Ex. 11 p.145.

2. Read Tale chapt. 17 "One Night."

3. Discussed Mockingbird trial (chapt. 17).

 

Homework due 12/7:

Read Mockingbird chapts. 18-20, pgs. 178-206, and bring book.

Classwork from 12/1:

1. Did survey of vocab. process and turned in Book 2 Part 2 work (four pages).

2. Took retest of Book 2 Part 2 vocabulary.

3. Did RFU.

4. Reviewed grammar work.

5. Began chapt. 15 from To Kill A Mockingbird.

 

Homework due 12/5:

1. In grammar book, study p.142-143.

Do Ex. 8 p.143-144; bring book to class.

2. Read Mockingbird chapts. 15-17, pgs. 144-178.

Classwork from 11/29:

1. Read A Tale of Two Cities Book 2, chapt. 16 "Still Knitting."

2. Did chapt. 16 activity and also turned in chapt. 15 sentence writing activity.

3. Did Mockingbird quiz chapts.7-11.

4. From grammar book, did Ex. B p.139-9 (add to paper with previous chapt. 6 work).

Studied pgs. 139-141; did Ex. 7 p.142.

5. Started reading and discussing Mockingbird chapt. 12.

 

Homework due 12/1:

1. Study Book 2 Part 2 vocab. for retest; bring four Part 2 vocab. sheets to turn in.

2. Read to the end of chapt. 14 from Mockingbird - pgs. 115 to 144.

3. Complete the grammar work from class (Ex. B & Ex. 7) and bring your book.

Classwork from 11/27:

1. Turned in vocab. work Book 2 Part 3.

2. Discussed research report results.

3. In grammar book, studied p.131-135;

did Ex. 4 p.135-6 & Ex. A p137-8.

4. Read Mockingbird chapt. 7 (p.57-63).

 

Homework due 11/29:

1. Bring grammar book.

2. Read Mockingbird chapt. 8-11 (to the end of p.112).

3. Review chapts. 7-11 for a quiz.

4. Start to study for a retest of vocab. Book 2 Part 2 for Friday, Dec.1.

 

Classwork from 11/16:

1. Read Mockingbird chapts. 4, 5, and 6.

2. Did quiz chapts. 1-6.

3. Began Tale vocabulary study Book 2 Part 3.

 

Enjoy your break - be thankful!

 

Homework due 11/27:

1. Complete Book 2 Part 3 vocab. sheet - both sides.

2. Bring Mockingbird novel and grammar book to class.

Classwork from 11/14:

1. Checked out To Kill a Mockingbird from the school library.

2. Discussed the novel background and read a portion of chapter 1.

3. Turned in research report and by class time submitted report to turnitin.com.

4. Addressed envelope and prepared business letter for mailing.

5. Did vocab. test - Book 2 Part 2 A Tale of Two Cities.

 

Homework due 11/16:

1. Read To Kill a Mockingbird to the end of chapt. 3 (pgs.3-32).

2. Bring the novel to class; there's a reading quiz on Thursday!

Classwork from 11/8:

1. Read Tale chapt.15 "Knitting" and recorded information from the chapt.

If absent, explain what important idea is revealed about Madame Defarge's knitting.

2. Did grammar chapt. 5 quiz.

3. Turned in 3rd round of business letter, if required.

4. Edited research report and Works Cited.

 

Homework due 11/14:

1. Study Book 2 Part 2 (40 words) for a vocabulary test.

2. If needed, bring a revised business letter and all previous copies.

3. Bring a business envelope (if available) and a stamp with the correct postage to send your letter.

4. Proofread carefully and do any final editing or revising on your research report.

5. Print the final copy of your report and your Works Cited.

6. Submit your report (not Works Cited) to turnitin.com.

Classwork from 11/6:

1. Practiced Tale vocab. Book 2 Part 2 (4 sets).

2. In grammar book, studied pgs.127-128.  Did Ex.11 p.129.

3. Turned in Copy 1 and revised business letters.

4. Added note to research documents about internal citations:

Your report must included quoted material and facts, figures, or numbers from your research.

Cite each item internally (within the text of the report) by crediting the author of the source.

Use parenthesis immediately following the item to insert the author's last name.

If no author is given, record the first phrase of the title, with quotation marks, as the citation.

5. Wrote research report - follow your outline and make adjustments as needed.

Sections 1 and 4 of the outline are one paragraph in length;

sections 2 and 3 of the outline are multiple paragraphs.

The text of the report is three to four pages, double spaced.  Works Cited is a separate page.

 

Homework due 11/8:

1. Finish writing research report.

2. Print a copy of the report and your revised Works Cited; bring all research documents to class.

3. Study or review chapt. 5 for a grammar quiz on agreement.

4. Begin studying for Book 2 Part 2 vocab. test which will be Tuesday, Nov. 14.

5. If needed, edit and reprint your business letter; bring all 3 copies.

 

Classwork from 11/2:

1. Discussed Tale chapt.14 and vocab. set 3.

2. Went over Works Cited revisions needed; get handout from teacher.

3. Did subject/verb agreement quiz.

4. Added picture of person researched to research report introduction.

In googledocs, follow these steps to cite the graphic with the URL stem (only include up to the . something). Create the caption by going to:

insert

drawing

T for text

draw the textbox

put citation stem inside and change font size to 8

reshape the textbox to outline the citation

save and close (at the top right)

click on the textbook and select "wrap text"

move the citation to just below the right bottom corner of the graphic

 

Homework due 11/6:

1. Revise  your Works Cited in googledocs; redo the page in easybib.com ? and export

2. Do vocab. sheet Book 2 Part 2 Set 4; bring all 4 Part 2 vocab. sheets to class.

3. Revise your letter and print a new copy.  Return Copy 1 to class, as well.

4. Bring grammar book.

Classwork from 10/31:

1. Turned in business letter.

2. Went over grammar homework and did a partner study.

3. Read Tale chapt. 14 "The Honest Tradesman."

4. Started Book 2 Part 2 Set 3 vocab. sheet.

 

Homework due 11/2:

1. Study subject/verb agreement for a quiz, pgs. 112-126 in grammar book.

2. Write the introductory paragraph for your research report; use googledocs & double space. 

Introduce the topic.

Introduce the person you researched.

Make a connection between the person's influence and the research topic.

Write a clear thesis (one statement) combining the leader's notoriety + societal impact.

3. Bring research outline packet back to class.

4. Complete vocab. set 3. (See below if absent).

 

 

 

Classwork from 10/27:

1. Discussed vocab. sheet - Book 2 Part 2 Set 2.

2. Went over grammar homework.  Studied p.121-125 in grammar book.

Added Ex. 8 p.122 to chapt. 5 work.

3. Discussed business letter format. See instruction sheet below.

4. Wrote a request letter to someone connected with your research topic or person.

You are writing three paragraphs:

 

Homework due 10/31:

1. In your grammar book, do Ex. E p.126.

2. Finalize your letter format and information. 

Use the date November 15, 2017 for our potential mailing date.

Perfect the formatting for a full block business letter.

Carefully proofread your letter and correct any grammatical or punctuation errors.

3. Print and sign your letter; bring it to class.

 

Classwork from 10/25:

1. Turned in research documents:

2. Did benchmark assessment.

3. Searched for a place and person to send a request letter about your research topic.

4. Discussed business letter formatting. Get handout if absent.

5. In grammar book, studied pgs.118-120.

6. Read Tale chapt.13 "The Fellow of No Delicacy."

 

Homework due 10/27:

1. Vocab. Book 2 Part 2 set 2. (See below if absent.)

2. Add grammar Ex.C p.120-121 to your chapt. 5 paper.

3. Record the name, agency or organization, and address of a person to whom you can write a request letter related to your research topic and/or cultural leader.  You cannot use a website or electronic communication, such as email; you are sending an actual letter.

Classwork from 10/23:

1. Discussed Stryver paragraph and scoring rubric (get a copy from Mrs. Taylor).

2. Read Tale chapt.12 "The Fellow of Delicacy."

3. Began research outline based on note gathering.

4. Reviewed Works Cited formatting;

Mrs. Taylor requires the URL be included for any website.

5. Went over grammar homework.

 

Homework due 10/25:

1. Finish and print outline.

2. Create Works Cited page for your research report using easybib.com;

export to googledocs - do not cut and paste.

3. Print the Works Cited page.

4. Bring all research notes, outline, and Works Cited + grammar book to class.

 

Classwork from 10/19:

1. Turned in Stryver paragraph prewriting chart and handwritten draft;

final paragraph was posted to turnitin.com prior to class.

2. Went over 1st quarter grade sheet.

3. Discussed rhetorical situation activity and revised chart.

4. In grammar book, studied pages 112-115; did Ex. 4 p.115.

 

Homework due 10/23:

1. In grammar book, study p.115 (bottom) - p.117.

2. Do Ex. 5 p.117.

    Do Ex. A p.117-8.

Add these to the paper started in class and bring grammar book.

3. Bring research notes from 5 different sources, including at least one book.

Each set of notes needs the source information identified.

Classwork from 10/17:

1. Discussed and turned in double heart homework from chapt.10.

2. Read Tale chapt. 11 "A Companion Picture" and did prewrite chart for Stryver:

left side               right side

4 reasons for      sentence from the text

his intention        to support each reason;

to marry              highlight quotable phrases from each

3. Wrote a 4-segment paragraph about why Stryver intends to marry. Include:

TS (topic sentence)

CD with an integrated phrase from the text + 2 commentary sentences of analysis

CD + items above

CD + items above

CD + items above

CS (concluding sentence)

**Each segment or chunk must include a transitional statement leading into the new idea.

4. Teacher checked for two research source notes.

 

Homework due 10/19:

1. Revise and type your Stryver paragraph - double space.

2. Submit your paragraph to turnitin.com; turn in the handwritten prewriting chart and draft.

3. Locate your final research sources and continue taking notes.

4. Bring grammar book to class.

Classwork from 10/12:

1. Turned in all chapt. 1 grammar work and did quiz.

2. Teacher verified public library book and library card.

3. Did research on cultural leader using book and/or electronic sources.

 

Homework due 10/17:

1. Using literature.org, read Tale chapt. 10 (Book 2) "Two Promises."

2. Create a double heart graphic (computer generated or hand drawn).

3. Record one promise in each heart by writing an original sentence with a fully integrated phrase quote from the text.

4. Produce notes from two separate sources about the leader you're researching.

These can be done electronically or handwritten, but in double-column format with full citation details: source title, author, publication date, chapt. or article title, sponsoring organization, page numbers, etc.

Classwork from 10/10:

1. Discussed homework vocabulary.

2. In grammar book, studied pgs. 24 (bottom) - 31.

Did Ex. 21 p.26, Ex. 22 p.28, Ex. 23 p.31, Ex. B p.31-32.

3. Identified research person for report of a cultural leader and recorded research question.

 

Homework due 10/12:

1. Review grammar book chapt. 1 "Parts of Speech" for a quiz on Thursday.

2. Turn in all chapt. 1 grammar work:

Ex. A, 14, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, B

3. Bring a public library book for research + your signed library card.

4. Begin taking noes from the book about your research question.

Use a double-sided chart for notes:

left side                           right side

big idea or category          listed details;

                                                 cite each one by page #

Classwork from 10/6:

1. Read Tale Book 2 chapt. 9 "The Gorgon's Head."

2. Did rhetorical situation quiz.

3. Turned in grammar work - chapt. 1.

 

Homework due 10/10:

1. Do Tale vocab. - Book 2 Part 2 Set 1.

2. Decide on research person and research question.

3. Get public library book source by Thurs., 10/12; bring personal library card on Thursday.

4. Bring grammar book.

Classwork from 10/4:

1. Did vocab. test - Book 2 Part 1; then did RFU.

2. Turned in Tale chapt. 8 activity sheet.

3. In grammar book, studied pgs. 19 - 22.

Did Ex. 18 p.21.

Did Ex. 19 p.22.

4. Discussed rhetorical situation and recorded definitions for ethos, pathos, and logos;

look up and define these terms if absent.

 

Homework due 10/6:

1. In grammar book, do Ex. 20 pgs. 23-24.  Make 3 columns;

some sentences have more than one adverb:

 

adverb     what's modified     part of speech for what's modified

(choices are verb, adj., or adv.)

 

2. Review rhetorical situation elements for a quiz on Friday:

text/content

author/speaker

audience

setting (where and when)

purpose

3. Have a public library book about your research person or topic by Thurs., Oct 12.

You must also bring to class your own public library card.

Classwork from 10/2:

1. Did Alma Mater recitations.

2. Took Tale chapt. 7 quiz and turned in activity sheet for chapt. 7.

3. Discussed upcoming research and recorded requirements; get notes if absent.

4. Read Tale chapt. 8.

 

Homework due 10/4:

1. Study Book 2 Part 1 vocab. for test on Weds. - 40 words.

2. Finish reading chapt. 8 "Monseigneur in the Country" and complete the handout.

(See below if absent.)

3. Consider a cultural leader to research and sources available to address your research question.

A public library book is required - do you have your own library card?  If not, get one.

4. Bring grammar book and chapt. 1 work.

Classwork from 9/28:

1. Teacher checked vocab. set 4 for completion; practiced words with peers.

2. In grammar book, studied pgs. 14-18; did Ex.14 p.18. (Add to same paper as Ex.A.)

3. Practiced quote integration.

4. Started reading Tale chapt. 7 "Monseigneur in Town."

 

Homework due 10/2:

1. Study Alma Mater and be ready for recitation quiz.

2. Continue to study vocab. Book 2, Part 1 - 40 words; test is Weds. 10/4.

3. Use literature.org to finish reading Tale chapt. 7; complete the activity sheet (see below if absent).

There is a quiz on Monday for chapt.7.

Classwork from 9/26:

1. Turned in research practice work:

"March on Washington" notes

"King We Need" notes

"Decline" notes

Works Cited

2. Turned in Tale chapt. 6 quote integration practice.

3. Checked out Warriner's grammar book from school library.

4. Studied pgs. 3-12 in the grammar book;

did Ex. A p.13.

5. Began memorizing the school song.

 

Homework due 9/28:

1. Memorize the Alma Mater by practicing with Belinda.

The song is on the back of the Tiger Guide and on the school website under "Students."

Recitations will begin Monday, Oct. 2 for a quiz grade.

2. Do vocab. set 4 (Book 2, part 1, set 4) and bring all 4 vocab. sheets to class.

The next vocab. test will be Weds., Oct. 4.

3. Bring grammar book and work to class (complete Ex. A, if needed).

Classwork from 9/22:

1. Read and discussed Tale chapt. 5 "The Jackal" (Book 2).

2. Discussed research notes from "The King We Need."

3. Took notes from a new article:

"Martin Luther King, Jr. and the Decline in What Younger Generations Know About Him"

If absent, find the new article in the ProQuest data base: sks.sirs.com

(remember to use the school log in spusd and tigers)

4. Created a Works Cited page for our three research documents using easybib.com.

Export the Works Cited to google docs; do not cut and paste the bibliography.

 

Homework due 9/26:

1. Print your Works Cited and turn it in with your research notes from three King articles.

2. Use literature.org to read Tale chapt. 6 "Hundreds of People" (Book 2).

3. Complete the chapt. 6 quote integration practice sheet. (See below if absent.)

Classwork from 9/20:

1. Discussed character list and teacher checked for vocab. completion.

2. Read Book 2, chapt. 4 "Congratulatory" and recorded 3 quotes of Carton's self-talk.

3. Began research notes for "The King We Need."

 

Homework due 9/22:

1. Use ars.sirs.com to access "The King We Need" article; log in is spusd and tigers.

2. Finish reading the article and taking notes in double columns:

big idea on the left        list of details on the right

 

 

Classwork from 9/18:

1. Teacher checked vocab. completion.

2. Read "A Disappointment" - Tale Book 2, chapt. 3.

3. Made a list of characters and their purpose in chapt. 3.

 

Homework for 9/20:

1. Complete character list from chapt. 3.

2. Do vocab. set 3 (posted below if absent).

Classwork from 9/14:

1. Discussed and turned in "Longing" homework.

2. Teacher checked vocab. for completion; began Set 2 in class.

3. Read A Tale of Two Cities Book 2, chapt. 1 "Five Years Later."

4. Continued note-taking about King and rhetorical situation.

 

Homework due 9/18:

1. Finish Book 2 Part 1 Set 2 vocabulary (see below if absent).

2. Use literature.org to read Book 2, chapt. 2 "A Sight."

Classwork from 9/12:

1. Did A Tale of Two Cities Book 1 test.

2. Completed student profile sheet.

3. Revised "Pride" homework.

 

Homework due 9/14:

1. In textbook, read "There Is A Longing" pgs. 170-1.

2. Answer questions 2, 3, and 4 p.171; add this additional question:

What is a "longing" you have for America?  Explain why it is important to you,

then suggest what you could do to help your desire become a reality.

3. Complete Book 2 Part 1 Set 1 vocab. sheet (attached below if absent).

Classwork from 9/8:

1. Turned in "Pride" homework.

2. Did vocabulary test - Tale Book 1.

3. Did RFU.

4. Continued notes about King's speech.

 

Homework due 9/12:

Study for A Tale of Two Cities Book 1 test.

Classwork from 9/6:

1. Discussed chapt. 5 quiz.

2. Practiced Book 1 vocab; teacher checked set 4 for completion.

3. Listened to King's full "I Have a Dream Speech" and discussed rhetorical situation.

4. Began taking notes on research of King's speech.

 

Homework due 9/8:

1. Book 1 vocabulary test is Friday, 9/8. Study the 40 words.

2. In your textbook, read "Pride" p.167.

3. Answer questions 1-3 at the bottom "Connecting Literature and Music."

Restate the question in your answer and create a thorough response.

The Book 1 test for A Tale of Two Cities is on Tuesday, Sept. 12.

 Classwork from 9/1:

1. Discussed study strategies and did Chapt. 5 quiz.

2. Read chapt. 6 "The Shoemaker."

 

Homework due 9/6:

1. Do vocab. Book 1 set 4.

2. Bring all 4 vocab. sheets.

Book 1 vocab. test is Friday, Sept. 8.

Book 1 story test is Tues., Sept. 12.

 Classwork from 8/30:

1. Discussed and turned in homework from "Fly Away."

Teacher checked vocab. work for completion.

2. Started RFU activity.

3. Went over chapt. 4 notes for A Tale of Two Cities.

 

Homework due 9/1:

1. Using literature.org, read "The Wine Shop" - Tale of Two Cities Book 1 Chapt. 5.

2. Be prepared for a quiz on Chapt. 5.

 Classwork from 8/28:

1. Turned in Tale chapt. 4 story plot homework.

2. Did placement activity for Reading for Understanding program.

3. Did Tale vocab. set 3.

4. Started documenting Grade Sheet.

 

Homework due 8/30:

1. In textbook, read "Fly Away" pgs. 373-376.

2. Do question 1-7 p.376.

Restate the question in your answer;

do not write out the entire question.

3. Complete Vocab. set 3.

 Classwork from 8/24:

1. Library orientation with Ms. Wilkerson.

2. Discussed vocab. homework with seat partner.

3. Went over class guidelines (get handout from teacher).

4. Discussed nonfiction homework chart and turned in this work.

 

Homework due 8/28:

1. Read chapt. 4 "The Preparation" from Tale of Two Cities using literature.org.

2. Record the details about plot and characters on the chapt. 4 handout.

 Classwork from 8/22:

1. Turned in Charles Dickens research.

2. Wrote about summer reading using this format:

3. Set up a turnitin.com account and submitted today's work.

4. Started vocab. Book 1 Set 2.

 

Homework due 8/24:

1. Complete Book 1 Set 2 vocab. sheet.

2. In your textbook, read pgs. IN4 "Nonfiction."  Take notes using a double-sided chart:

main idea on the left             a list of details about the main idea on the right

 Classwork from 8/18:

1. Teacher checked vocabulary sheets.

2. Sketched Tale chapt. 2 and turned in papers.

3. Read chapt. 3 "The Night Shadows."

4. Began Charles Dickens research.

 

Homework due 8/22:

1. Complete Dickens research.

2. Be prepared for an activity about March -  your summer reading book.

 Classwork from 8/16:

 

Welcome to the 2017-2018 school year!

1. Read A Tale of Two Cities chapter 1 and made "Best/Worst of Times" chart.

2. Started vocab. process - Book 1, set 1.

 

Homework:

1. Access A Tale of Two Cities at literature.org (the author is Charles Dickens).

Read chapter 2 "The Mail."

2. Complete Set 1 vocab. sheet.