Tuesday, March 8th, 2016
English 11B
TODAY’S OBJECTIVES:
SWBAT reflect upon creative elements and respond in a critical manner.
AGENDA:
1.
Finish TLI test from yesterday.
2.
Analyze close reading passages from Ch. 14 (pp.98-99 (read
aloud), 100-104 (read silently)). What do these passages say
about Holden’s emotional condition?
3.
Complete
4.
(4th/7th) 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.
5.
Complete 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.
second Catcher reading quiz on Ch. 8-14.
Homework/Upcoming Due Dates:
 Catcher in the Rye vocabulary quiz will be next Monday,
March 14.
 Catcher in the Rye reading quiz for Ch.15-20 will be next
Tuesday, March 15.
 Catcher in the Rye creative project due Thursday, March 17.