Monday, February 29th, 2016
English 11B
TODAY’S OBJECTIVES:
SWBAT reflect upon creative elements and respond in a critical manner.
AGENDA:
1.
2.
Complete warmup #15 on the following quote: “Fight for the things you
value.” What do you value, really, and are willing to fight for? What are
you willing to let go? Turn in warmups 11-15.
With clock buddy, complete first two tables from Ch. 3- 7 analysis (see
webpage) in preparation for tomorrow’s reading quiz. Discuss
emerging themes….
3.
In your reading groups, analyze language that Holden uses and what it
reveals about Holden’s emotional condition (see capture sheet).
4.
As a class, complete close reading of symbols (pp. 22, 38-39) by
determining the symbol and what that symbol represents….
5.
Complete assignment on developing voice (see webpage). Turn in “My
Voices” poem when complete.
6.
Select one word from Catcher in the Rye vocabulary handout (see
webpage). Using a dictionary and/or thesaurus, define the word, its
synonyms and antonym, part(s) of speech, and use in sentence. Teach this
word and its proper usage to rest of class.
7.
Continue the documentary called Devil’s Playground on the Amish tradition of
rumspringa. While you are watching this film, think about the director’s purpose in
creating this film. Take notes, on the following topics: 1) what is the conflict here? 2)
what is the director’s purpose in creating this documentary? 3) who is the audience
for this documentary? Also, take notes on at least one of the following characters:
Faron, Gerald, Joann or Velda, and, by the end of the film, be able to write their story
in your own words.
Homework/Upcoming Due Dates:
 First reading quiz on Catcher in the Rye Ch. 1-7 will be
TOMORROW.