Notes for Synthesis Essay – Homework Sheets (5 points each)
For each text, you will take notes on 4 interesting quotations or scenes and then list 3-5 possible
themes or ideas that are addressed in that portion of the text. This will allow you to begin thinking
about some of the broader ideas of the texts and potential relationships between them.
May 3 — Worksheet 1— Geertz, “Deep Play” (Finish Worksheet in class)
May 4 — Worksheet 2 — G. Beato "The Lords of Dogtown" OR Porter, "She Rips When She Skates"
May 9— Worksheet 3 —Murderball
May 11 — One additional worksheet on a text of your choice (from the schedule)
Quotation or Description of Scene (add
page number when possible)
5 Themes/Ideas Addressed
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