KPE4: January 2013

Monday, January 28, 2013

Sing me song...

During the Medieval Period, the common folk enjoyed many folk ballads like the ones we are reading in class. Which folk ballad: "Edward, Edward", "Lord Randall", "Get Up and Bar the Door", "Two Corbies", or "Sir Patrick Spens" did you find most interesting and why? (The deadline to post a response is midnight, Wednesday, January 30, 2013.)

Wednesday, January 16, 2013

The story of a hero...

The epic Beowulf covers 50 years in life of the hero Beowulf. During these years, Beowulf encounters 3 major battles. Which battle--Grendel, mother monster, or dragon--did you enjoy most and why? (The deadline to post a response to this blog is midnight Saturday, January 19, 2013)

Tuesday, January 15, 2013

Looking for a hero...

The elements of the epic hero include that he is brave, he is ethical, he is glorified, he is skilled, he is smart, he is strong and/or superhuman in ability, and he represents the culture in which he lives. Today, we finished the first battle in BEOWULF. What traits of the epic hero have you seen thus far in the story? In what ways have these traits been exaggerated? What do these traits reveal the Anglo-Saxon values and ethics? (The deadline to post a response to this blog is midnight, Wednesday, January 16, 2013.)

Thursday, January 10, 2013

The Birth of English...

We have covered a great deal about the Anglo-Saxons and the historical period in which they ruled and changed England and developed our language. They were an interesting society. What are two things you found to be interesting about the Anglo-Saxons? Explain why. (The deadline to post a response to this blog is midnight Sunday, January 13, 2013).

Friday, January 4, 2013

Between the pages...

When I was in the 8th grade, I was extremely bored in my English class. I would finish my work in the first 20 minutes of class and sit there for the next 40 minutes, bored to tears. My teacher, Mr. Bradshaw, noticed that I was bored and he handed me a copy of The Scarlet Letter. "Read this," he said, "I think you will enjoy it and we can talk about it when you are finished." At first I didn't want to read a book I wasn't going to have to write a report on or take a test about, but then I started reading it. It was the most amazing story, filled with inspiration and thought-provoking passages. The book helped me to see the value of being responsible, of being an individual, and of doing good with your life. That book made a difference in my life. What is a book that you have read that taught you something? made you think? or made a lasting impression? How? (The deadline to post a comment on this blog is midnight Wednesday, January 9, 2013.)

Thursday, January 3, 2013

Welcome SENIORS!

Well, you have made it at last: the final semester of your high school years! I know you are excited and proud of all that you have achieved in the past, but today is not over and we have to get you ready for the years to come. I hope that you will learn a bit more about writing, communication, and the English language this semester and that along the way, you enjoy some great pieces of literature. I am very happy to have each and everyone of you in this course, and I look forward to a great semester. Remember whenever you are absent you can get the side bar of this page to know what was covered in class. Also, every time you post a response to the one of the blog questions that will appear on this page, you will receive extra credit. Remember to only post your initials after your response.

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Oct. 21, 2013

Received graded research papers back with the opportunity to correct them for an additional 10 points. They are due back in ten days--Nov. 1st.
Went over oral presentation guidelines and each student was told when his/her presentation would be. Presentations are Oct. 29, 30, and 31st. Given guidelines for visual aid and shown a visual aid.
Read and discussed Chapter 3 of Lord of the Flies.
In second block only, completed bell ringer 19--see binder in the back of class.
HOMEWORK: Begin working on career presentation and correcting research papers.

Sept. 23, 2013

EXTRA CREDIT

Select one of the following and submit by May 3, 2013. NO PARTNERS EXCEPT FOR THEME SONG.
1. Draw a picture of a major event from each chapter of Lord of the Flies. You must color it. Each picture must be on a separate sheet of white paper.
2. Write a 800, typed double-spaced, report on William Golding. Include a bibliography. No credit for plagiarized work.
3. Make a trifold/display of information about Lord of the Flies and William Golding. Include pictures and bibliography.
4. Make a model of the island in Lord of the Flies. (Must be no larger than 3' x 3')
5. Make a board game about Lord of the Flies, include rules, object of the game, playing pieces.
6. Make a trifold/display of 8 major symbols in the novel. Explain what each symbol represents. Include pictures and bibliography.
7. Create the secret diary of one of the characters in the book. It must have 10 entries and cover the entire novel.
8. Write and perform the "theme" song to Lord of the Flies.

Career Research Paper

Don't forget that your Career Research Paper is due on Friday, March 15th. It must have a title page, outline with thesis statement, essay with citations, and works cited page. Paper clip the pages together and place it with the first three paragraphs and all note and source cards in a manilla envelope. Remember the paper is to be 1200-2500 words in length and five sources must be used in the paper, one of which must be the interview. Use the checksheet to make sure you are meeting requirements.

EXTRA CREDIT

Here is the list of extra credit due on May 3, 2012. It will not be taken late for any reason. Select ONE.

1. Draw a picture of a major event from each chapter of
Lord of the Flies. You must color each picture. Each picture must be on a separate sheet of white paper.
2. Write a 5 page (1000 words), typed double-spaced, report on William Golding. Include a bibliography.
3. Make a trifold/display of information about Lord of the Flies and William Golding. Include pictures.
4. Make a model of the island in Lord of the Flies. (Must be no larger than 3' x 3')
5. Make a board game about Lord of the Flies, include rules, object of the game, playing pieces.
6. Make a poster of 8 major symbols in the novel. Explain what each symbol represents.
7. Create the secret diary of one of the characters in the book. It must have 6 entries and cover the entire time on the island.
8. Write and perform the "theme" song to Lord of the Flies.

Thursday, April 12, 2012

Warm-up 18: Time is a constant in our lives--we wish for more time, dream of different times, and wish we had time to change things. Select one of the following openings and write a response. 1. "If I could turn back time..." 2. "I wonder if there will ever be a time when..." 3. "There was a time when I believed..." 4. "There will be a time when I..."
Read 8 poems about time. Answered questions about the poems. Discussed hyperbole, personification, metaphor, conceit, slant and exact rhyme.

Wednesday, April 11, 2012

Warm-up 17: There are many types and degrees of love. What type of love do you believe is strongest? Why? Give examples to support your ideas.
Read "Whoso List to Hunt," "Sonnet 30,"Sonnet 75, " "The Passionate Shepherd to His Love, " and "The Nymph's Reply to the Passionate Shepherd." Wrote two paragraphs: 1. Which poem today did you must relate to and why? 2. Which poem was most difficult to comprehend, why, and how did you finally come to understand it?
Got oral presentation rubric. KP modeled how to give a good oral presentation.

RESEARCH PAPER DUE ON FRIDAY, MARCH 30th.

On Friday, March 30, 2012, your final draft of your research paper is due. You will turn in all source and note cards, all graded rough draft parts, and the final paper. The final paper should be paper clipped, not stapled. The final paper should have a title page, outline, the paper with citations, and the Works Cited page. All of these should be clean (non-graded) copies. All elements mentioned should be placed in a manilla brown envelope. PLEASE DO YOUR RESEARCH PAPER. REMEMBER A RESEARCH PAPER IS REQUIRED TO PASS THE COURSE.

Friday, March 16, 2012

Warm-up 13: Select one of the following quotes from Shakespeare and write a paragraph of at least 8 sentences in which you use examples to prove or disprove the quote.
"To climb steep hills requires slow pace at first"
"Nothing is either good or bad, but thinking makes it so."
"Give many men your ear, but few your voice."
Bell ringer: see binder in the back of class.
Watched A&E Biography of William Shakespeare. The discussion question on next Friday's unit test will come from this video.
Turned in first two body paragraphs of research paper. These were checked and given back so that you can finish your rough draft this weekend.

Wednesday, March 14, 2012

Bellringer--see binder in the back of class
Warm-up 12: "What do you know about William Shakespeare? What have been your experiences with his works? Why do you think he is so famous?"
Reviewed all vocabulary terms from set 4. Test will be Wednesday, March 21, 2012.
Turned in Works Cited page.
Talked about Introductory/thesis paragraph of research paper.
Took notes on the life and times of William Shakespeare. The test on Shakespeare will be Friday, March 23, 2012.
HOMEWORK: Type opening paragraph of research paper.

Monday, February 27, 2012

Warm-up 10: What are reasons you have selected the career you plan to pursue and/or research? Explain.
Filed graded papers in folders.
Talked about warm-up corrections being completed by March 5th when they will be recorded as a major test grade.
Got a sample interview paper and went over requirements for this paper which is due March 8th.
Got MLA research binders and handouts on research paper requirements.
Reviewed note and source card procedures.
We will be in the library Tuesday-Friday to research careers.

Friday, January 6, 2012

Warm-up 3: "Yesterday, you wrote about your future profession. Today, tell me what you hope your personal life--family, home, activities--will be in the future. Why are these things you want?"
Given time to work on Senior Folder.
Given time to finish vocabulary.
Notes on fatal errors. Completed a practice worksheet on fatal errors.
Watched video on the English Language. Compled worksheet on video.
HOMEWORK: Finish Senior Folder--due on Monday. Remember to be neat, creative, and complete. On Monday, you will briefly tell us three things from the folder that want to share with us. HAVE A GREAT WEEKEND. YOU HAVE BEEN WONDERFUL THIS WEEK.

Monday, March 21, 2011

Warm-up 15:"It is never too late to become what you might have been." George Eliot. Think about second chances and the opportunities to get on "the right track." Write a response to prove this quote by drawing from your own life experiences, your reading of literature, or your knowledge of history. Use specific examples.
Then we read "The Pardoner's Tale, which is on page 131 of the literature book. After we read the story, we took a quiz on it.
Addressed envelopes and mailed thank you letters to interviewees.
HOMEWORK: Study for unit test on the Canterbury Tales, which will be on Wednesday.

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