for one more day
by Mitch Albom
RDLS 0100 Assignments
Assignment One: (Read the Foreword through page 25)
Due 12/18
1) Identify the following words that have Greek/Latin parts. Define that part, and then write the
definition (denotation) of each word in a complete sentence.
p. 4 illusions
p. 17 inexplicable
p. 5 transferred
p. 24 fantasy
2) Write a complete sentence relating each word to your own life. Each sentence should
demonstrate understanding of the definition and be in your own words.
Assignment Two: (Read pages 26-50)
Due 1/8
1) Write the denotation of each word in complete sentences.
p. 3 profits
p. 30 retrospect
p. 48 astonished
2) Then write a complete sentence relating each word to your own life.
3) Page 35 “Times My Mother Stood Up For Me”
Page 43 “Times My Mother Stood Up For Me”
For one story (vignette) write the topic, main idea, and two details (one major and one minor)
in complete sentences.
4) Write your personal response in at least two complete sentences to either page 35 or page 43.
Assignment Three: (Read pages 51-75)
Due 1/15
1) Write the denotation of each word in complete sentences.
p. 53 inedible
p. 67 divorcée
p. 59 consequences
p. 68 abhorrent
2) Then write a complete sentence relating each of the above words to your own life.
3) As you read the letter on page 63 scan for the following information as you answer the
questions in complete sentences.
a. Who wrote the letter?
d. Why was the letter written?
b. What was the information about? e. What do you think Charley’s reaction was to this letter?
c. Why do you think Charley’s mom referenced reading in her letter?
Assignment Four: (Read pages 76-100)
Due 1/22
1) Write the denotation of each word in complete sentences.
p. 78 insanity
p.100 affectionately
p. 79 apparition
2) Then write a complete sentence connecting each of the above words to your own life.
3) What do you think the purpose(s) for Mitch Albom writing for one more day? Write your
response in a complete sentence(s). Explain your choice(s) of INFORM, PERSUADE,
ENTERTAIN, OR NARRATE.
Assignment Five: (Read pages 107-128)
Due 1/29
1) Write the denotation of each word in complete sentences.
p. 104 tolerated
p. 122 tournaments
p. 105 maneuvered
p. 123 obediently
2) Then write a complete sentence connecting each of the above words to your own life.
3) Identify the following quote as a metaphor or a simile and explain what Mitch Albom is trying to
say on p. 112
“And as I grew, I held on to the game like a raft in the bumpy sea, faithfully, through the
chop.”
Assignment Six: (Read pages 129-148)
Due 2/5
1) Create a cause and effect chart (with AT LEAST THREE causes/effects not including the
example) starting on p.131-133 as follows:
CAUSE
Chick dropped out of college to play
baseball at father’s suggestion
EFFECT
mother disappointed
2) Find one of the following patterns of organization: process analysis, narration,
comparison/contrast, or definition from page 136 (the “To my Charley on his wedding day”
letter). This pattern can occur in just one part of the letter. Identify and explain what pattern it is
in a complete sentence.
Assignment Seven: (Read pages 149-178)
Due 2/12
1) Write the denotation of each word in complete sentences.
p. 149 incongruent
p. 151 prerogative
2) Then write a complete sentence connecting each of the above words to your own life.
3) Create a web of one character in for one more day covering the following information.
INCLUDE PAGE NUMBERS where the information is located.
What does this character say and do?
What does this character
look like?
What do others think about this character?
Character
How do you feel about this character?
How does this character feel about life?
Assignment Eight: (Read pages 179-197)
Due 2/19
Write your own poem that relates to for one more day. It does not have to rhyme and can be your
own creation. (You can refer to the attached poem “One More Day” by Diamond Rio for ideas.)
Pictures, graphics, or other artistic creations to enhance your poem would be a wonderful addition to
your poem.
or
Refer to the poem “One More Day” by Diamond Rio (attached) and fill in your own words for the
underlined words. Pictures, graphics, or other artistic creations to enhance your poem would be a
wonderful addition to your poem.