H ENGLISH 10A Assignments
- Instructors
- Term
- Fall 2011
- Department
- English
- Location
- G49
- Description
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In addition to the core works of the English 10AB integrated language arts curriculum, extended reading includes more challenging selections and writing focuses on skills for the college-bound student. Activities include the writing process, timed writings, and practice in critical thinking.
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Past Assignments
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All classes MUST bring in their Language of Literature textbooks BY this date for a textbook check. Failure to do so will result in a 'U' in Work Habits for the 20-week progress report.
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FINAL EXAM for 1st Semester!!!! Use the Study Guide provided in class to help you prepare. Study Guide is also due on the day of the Final.
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Answer the questions after the story "There Will Come Soft Rains" on pg. 93 of the textbook. Answer ALL questions #1 - #7 INCLUDING the 3 Comprehension Check questions.
Also, BE SURE to include 3 examples of how the house in the story is described with natural/animal like terms.
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FINISH reading the story "A Sound of Thunder" (pgs. 72-81) in your textbook. Then answer the questions on page 82. You should answer #1, the Comprehension Check, #2, #3, #5, & #6.
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THE TRIAL OF BRUTUS!!!!
THE TRIAL OF BRUTUS!!!!
THE TRIAL OF BRUTUS!!!!
THE TRIAL OF BRUTUS!!!!
THE TRIAL OF BRUTUS!!!!
Do not forget to BE IN COSTUME and have any materials that are specific to your particular role WITH YOU for the trial.
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Journals #1-5 DUE!!!
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Answer the Julius Caesar Act V Question on pg. 794 of your Literature book. Answer #1, the 3 Comp. Check, #2, #3, #4, #5, #6, & #8.
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Today's Journal - Journal #5
"Absolute Power, Corrupts Absolutely." How does this quote relate to the play "Julius Caesar"? Provide evidence from the play to support your response. Do you agree or disagree with Antony's final lines about Brutus and why? Finally, who in your life deserves the title MOST HONORABLE and why?
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Student-led-Conference Notebook Checklist due SIGNED BY PARENT. Form is attached here. Also, prepare to have the Act IV, scene iii Jigsaw, Antony Open Mind, and CAHSEE 8.2.1 vocabulary checked when you turn it in.
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Make sure you have your Reader's/Writer's Notebook in class with you. It will be checked for a grade!!!
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Answer the Julius Caesar Act IV questions on pg. 777 of your textbook. You should answer #1, the 3 Comprehension Check questions, #2, #3, #4, #5, #6, and #8.
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Student-Led-Conference in Chancellor Hall from 6-8 p.m. Make sure you show up at your appointed time AND have your Reader's/Writer's Notebook with you!
Notebook requirements are as follows:
-Open Minds: (Marullus, Cassius, Caesar)
-Brutus: A Man Divided Chart
-CAHSEE CONTEST 1.1,1.2, 3.10, and 3.1 Vocabulary
-Act I; scene iii Jigsaw Activity
-Calpurnia VS. Decius Chart
-"Even You Brutus?" Response Questions
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TEST on Julius Caesar Acts II & III. Use the Study Guide given in class to help you prepare. Study Guide is also DUE on the date of the exam.
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Today's Journal - Journal #4
In retrospect, what mistakes has Brutus made in the play so far? What could he have done differently while still achieving his major goals? If you were a Roman citizen who would you side with in the upcoming civil war and why? Finally, write about a time when you were forced to choose a side. What were the benefits and/or consequences of your decision?
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Answer the Act III questions for Julius Caesar from page 759 of your textbook. You should answer #1, the Comprehension Check, #2, #3, #4, #5, #6, #8.
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Caesar Death Scene to be performed TODAY!!! Final Script is due and all props and costumes must be brought to class. Instructions are attached and how I will grade the project is included here:
SCENE CONTENT
___Introduction by Lead Actor ____/10
___All parts of the scene from pages 736-740 are portrayed ____/10
PROPS
___ Costumes used in the scene ____/10
____Appropriate props used in the scene ____/10
PREPARATION
___ Scene looks rehearsed and all Dialogue and action are clearly presented ____/10
SCRIPT
___ Final Script is typed (will not be accepted if it is not)
___ All members of the group have their own copies
___ All parts of the scene from pages 736-740 are portrayed
with dialogue, a character list, prop list, scene description and stage directions.
_____/50
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Today's Journal - Journal #3
In the aftermath of Caesar’s murder, describe what you think characters Brutus, Cassius, Antony, Calpurnia, and Portia are thinking. Do you think any have regrets over what has taken place? Why or Why not? If you could take back any action or decision in your life, what would it be and why?
In the aftermath of Caesar’s murder, describe what you think characters Brutus, Cassius, Antony, Calpurnia, and Portia are thinking. Do you think any have regrets over what has taken place? Why or Why not? If you could take back any action or decision in your life, what would it be and why?
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EXTRA CREDIT OPPORTUNITY:
Have you overcome an obstacle or do you have an interesting talent/hobby? How has this shaped who you've become?
-Paper MUST BE typed (dbl. spaced)
-25 pts Extra Credit points
-If yearbook decided to print it, you can win a FREE yearbook
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Answer the Julius Caesar Act II questions on page 735 of your textbook. You should answer #1, the Comprehension Check, #2, #3, #4, #5, #6
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Finish reading Act II; scene i of Julius Caesar out of the textbook. Then answer the Act II; scene i questions.
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Today's Journal - Journal #2
In your opinion, who is the true leader of the conspiracy? Provide evidence from the play to support your choice. Do you agree with Brutus or Cassius in thier ideas about what to do with Antony? Explain. Finally, do you see yourself as a leader or a follower? Give the reasons behnid your response.
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TEST on Julius Caesar Act I. The study guide is also due on this day. Be sure to use it to prepare. The Cassius Using Persuasion Chart and Act I; Scene iii Jigsaw topics are also included here.
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Dictator Profile Due in your Reader's/Writer's Notebook. I will be collecting the notebook from you on Monday as well.
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Quiz on Shakespearean play terms. Study the list provided to you in class.
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Have your Reader's/Writer's Notebook in class
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Today's Journal - Journal # 1
Write a letter to the Freshman class about what to expect in thier first year at CHS and/or high school in general. Should they be happy about attending? Why or why not? BE PERSUASIVE and make sure to use specific evidece to support your position. Finally, provide some general advice about high school.
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Parent Tear-Off DUE
Homework Page Question (Answer in Complete Sentence!):
In one sentence, summarize something important you learned during your first year of high school. Your response does not necessarily have to be based in academics.
Homework Page Question (Answer in Complete Sentence!):
In one sentence, summarize something important you learned during your first year of high school. Your response does not necessarily have to be based in academics.