Personal Character Sketch
Friendly Letter
Descriptive Writing Essay -Place
Reading Inventory
HSAP Questions of the Day
set one
set two
set three
due 8/26
due 9/2
due 9/16
due 9/23
sets 1,2,3
due 8/25
due 9/8
due 9/22
English II
Mon
Week 1
August 15-19
Week 2
August 22-26
Week 3
Aug. 29 – Sept.2
Week 4
September 12 - 16
Week 6
September 19 – 23
Tues
Welcome
Introduction to
the course
The Open
Window by Saki
10 -16
The Californian’s
Tale by Mark
Twain 17 - 27
An Astrologer’s
Day by R.K.
Narayan 54-62
The Masque of
the Red Death by
Poe 73 - 83
Labor Day
School Closed
September 5- 9
Week 5
Unit 1: Short Story
Thurs
The Californian’s
Tale by Mark
Twain 17 - 27
Civil Peace by
Chinua Achebe
64 - 71
HSAP set 1 due
When Mr.
Pirzada Came to
Dine by Jhumpa
Lahiri 123 - 140
quiz
The Book of the
Dead by
Edwidge Danticat
157 - 170
Writer’s workshop
Fri
quiz
Quiz
Personal
Character Sketch
Due
Midway Test
Friendly Letter
Due
Everyday Use by
Alice Walker
186 – 197
quiz
HSAP set 2 due
Lullaby by Leslie
Marmon Silko
247 - 257
To Catch the
Moon by Cofer
218 - 228
Short Story by
Tolstoy
Wed
Quiz
Descriptive
(place) Writing
Essay Due
Unit Test
Unit Test
HSAP set 3 due
Reading Inventory
Due
Reading and Writing Assignments
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Personal Character Sketch (due 8/26)
Friendly Letter (due 9/2)
Descriptive Writing Essay -Place (due 9/16)
Reading Inventory (due 9/23)
HSAP Questions of the Day
– set one (due 8/25)
– set two (due 9/8)
– set three (due 9/22)
HSAP Questions of the Day Rubric
Unit 1 Set 1
due Thurs. 8/25
Name _______________ P# ________
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15 Questions copied
2 points each
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15 Correct Answers
3 points each
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Legible 15
15 points total _____
In Order
10 points total
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Typed
10 points extra credit
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TOTAL
________
barely readable 5pts
Just OK 10pts
HSAP Questions of the Day Rubric
Unit 1 Set 2
due Thurs. 8/25
Name _______________ P# ________
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15 Questions copied
2 points each
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15 Correct Answers
3 points each
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Legible 15
15 points total _____
In Order
10 points total
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Typed
10 points extra credit
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TOTAL
________
barely readable 5pts
Just OK 10pts
HSAP Questions of the Day Rubric
Unit 1 Set 3
due Thurs. 8/25
Name _______________ P# ________
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15 Questions copied
2 points each
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15 Correct Answers
3 points each
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Legible 15
15 points total _____
In Order
10 points total
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Typed
10 points extra credit
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TOTAL
________
barely readable 5pts
Just OK 10pts
Planning Page – Friendly Letter
1. Choose one of the stories that we have read thus far in
the classroom.
2. Write a summary sentence about the setting.
3. Copy a sentence from the story and write down the
page # it is on. Then, in your own words, explain what
that sentence means to the story
4. Repeat # 3 once more. IE find ANOTHER sentence from
the story copy it and write down the page #.
5. Save in tab 4 – Inventory
Rubric for the Friendly Letter (Setting Described):
Name:__________________ Date: _______
Tasks
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Points
(0)
Points
(12)
Points
(16)
Points
(20)
not
submitted
1 Criteria
Met
2
Criteria
Met
All
Criteria Met
not
submitted
1–2
Criteria Met
3–5
Criteria
Met
All 6 Criteria Met
not
submitted
1- 2 Criteria
Met
3 -4
Criteria
Met
All 5 Criteria Met
The Writing Process Observed
 Planning Notes
 First Draft with Revisions Marked
 Edited Copy - Revisions Made (changes made to
the final copy)
not
submitted
1 Criteria
Met
2
Criteria
Met
All Criteria Met
Grammar, Spelling, and Punctuation, SAE
not
submitted
5 or more
errors
1- 4
errors
no errors
Typed size 12 Times New Roman with proper margins
Easy to read Heading
Attractive
Rubric Attached
Friendly Letter
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Heading
Date Correct
Greeting Correct
Salutation Correct
 Paragraphs Correct
 On Topic
Evaluation
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Accurate description of the setting in selected story
1st Example from text
 2nd Example from text
1st Elaboration made
 2nd Elaboration made
Note: 10 points will be deducted for each day late.
Amy Craig Beasley
A
August 30, 2011 Sample
Dear Jane,
Friendly
I have just finished reading a novella by Sandra Cisneros entitled
Letter
The House on Mango Street. The story takes place in a Latino
223 Normal Town Road Greenwood, SC 29649
neighborhood in Chicago. The time period is never mentioned.
Figurative language and imagery are used by Cisneros to enhance this
setting .
I found it amazing how she uses figurative language to enhance
the setting. With great detail, she describes the inside of a neighbor’s
house, so that something so ordinary becomes a beautiful. She writes,
“She likes looking at the walls, how neatly their corners meet, the
linoleum roses on the floor, the ceiling smooth as wedding cake (102).
Cisneros also uses imagery to enhance the setting. In describing a
garden, she writes, “There were sunflowers big as flowers on Mars and
thick cockscombs bleeding the deep red fringe of theater curtains (94).
This garden is rich, and I can see it when I read about it.
If you are looking for a good novella to read, one with an
especially interesting setting, try Cisneros’s story The House on Mango
Street . You just might like it!
All the Best,
Amy
Rubric for the Personal Character Sketch - Unit One Name: __________
pts
Expectations
15
In the first sentence, refer to yourself(10) & give an opinion(5)
12
With great detail, write a physical description (12 pts :: 4 pts for 3 aspects) of yourself.
3
Describe the community that surrounds you(3 pts)
12
Write about your interests(12 pts:: 4 pts for specific actions or thoughts),
3
Name and explain one conflict that you face (3)
5
State your feelings about what kind of individual you are.
10
Describe your hopes for the future(5) and what you need to do to accomplish your goals(5)
20
Follow the writing Process (15) and submit in this order (5) – RUBRIC (2), planning
page(2), rough draft (5), revision notes on rough draft (3), final edited copy (3)
10
Grammar and Punctuation - Please use Standard American English
1-3 mistakes (-3pts) 4 mistakes(-5pts) 5 mistakes(-7pts) 6 or more mistakes (-10pts)
10
Manuscript Form: Must be typed, Double Spaced(1); Font: Times New Roman, regular style
(2), size 12 (2) ; Proper margins (1), Title (2), proper paragraph form (2)
-5 points if late ( you have 5 days after the due date to turn in any late work)
Assignment: In one paragraph, following the writing process, and using MLA format, write a personal
character sketch. See the rubric for guidelines.
Name: ________________________________ Date: __________ P# _______
Traits
Focus &
Details
Organization
1 (each box =10 pts)
The topic and main ideas are not
clear.
2(each box =12 pts)
There is one topic. Main ideas are
somewhat clear.
There is no clear
introduction, structure,
or conclusion.
The introduction states
the main topic. A
conclusion is included.
3(each box =13 pts)
4(each box =14 pts)
There is one clear, well focused topic. Main There is one clear, well focused topic.
ideas are clear but are not well supported
Main ideas are clear and are well
by detailed information.
supported by detailed and accurate
information.
The introduction states
The introduction is inviting, states the
the main topic and
main topic, and provides an overview of
provides an overview
the paper. Information is relevant and
of the paper. A conclusion is included.
presented in a logical order. The
conclusion is strong.
The author’s purpose of writing is
somewhat clear, and there is
evidence of attention to audience.
The author’s knowledge and/or
experience with the topic is/are
limited.
The writer uses a limited vocabulary. The author uses words that
Jargon or clichés may be present
communicate clearly, but the writing
and detract from the meaning.
lacks variety.
The author’s purpose of writing is
somewhat clear, and there is some
evidence of attention to audience. The
author’s knowledge and/or experience with
the topic is/are evident.
The author’s purpose of writing is very
clear, and there is strong evidence of
attention to audience. The author’s
extensive knowledge and/or experience
with the topic is/are evident.
Sentence
Structure,
Grammar,
Mechanics, &
Spelling
The author uses vivid words and phrases.
The choice and placement of words is
inaccurate at times and/or seems
overdone.
Sentences sound awkward, are
Most sentences are well constructed, Most sentences are well constructed and
distractingly repetitive, or are difficult but have a similar structure and/or
have varied structure and length. The
to understand. The author makes 6
length. The author makes 4 – 5
author makes a 1 -3 errors in grammar,
or more errors in grammar,
errors in grammar, mechanics,
mechanics, and/or spelling, but they do not
mechanics, and/or spelling that
and/or spelling that interfere with
interfere with understanding.
interfere with understanding.
understanding.
The author uses vivid words and
phrases. The choice and placement of
words seems accurate, natural, and not
forced.
All sentences are well constructed and
have varied structure and length. The
author makes no errors in grammar,
mechanics, and/or spelling.
Format
6 or more mistakes in MLA
4-5 mistakes in MLA formatting
1-3 mistakes in MLA formatting
No mistakes in MLA formatting:
typed, Times New Roman, size 12 font,
double spaced, standard margins, and
title and headings and citations are
correct.
The Writing
Process
Only 1 step in the process
Only 2 steps in the process
Only 3 steps in the process
Voice
Word Choice
On time?
The author’s purpose of writing is
unclear.
E25.3 Rubric: Description of Place
At least 4 steps in the process:
Planning, legible Rough Draft, Revised
Work, Edited, and Rubric.
2 points -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Follow the writing process to Write a
Descriptive Essay About Your Favorite Place
1.
Write an essay that focuses on an inviting subject(YOUR FAVORITE PLACE IN THE
WORLD),contains a variety of supporting information (sensory details, memory details,
and so on), informs and entertains the reader.
2.
When writing, organize in a logical way. Include an engaging beginning, strong
development, and an effective ending. The essay should form a meaningful whole,
moving smoothly from one main point to the next.
3.
Write with an Engaging Voice. Voice is personality, shine through what you say and
how you say it! Displays a thorough knowledge of the subject, and speaks with an
appropriate ACADEMIC voice.
4.
When choosing words, be Original. Use contains specific nouns, vivid verbs, and
colorful modifiers. Capture the subject’s ideas and feeling in dialogue.
5.
Be stylish. Sentences should flow smoothly from one idea to the next. Use
variation in sentence structure.
1.
Formatting and Grammar are important. Correct, Accurate Copy. Adhere to
The basic rules of writing. Follow the appropriate format for citing sources (MLA).
Assessment Checklist for Descriptive Essays
Stimulating Ideas
The writing . . .
____focuses on an inviting subject.
____contains a variety of supporting information (sensory details, memory details, and so on).
____informs and entertains the reader
Logical Organization
____includes an engaging beginning, strong development, and an effective ending.
____forms a meaningful whole, moving smoothly from one main point to the next.
Engaging Voice
____displays a thorough knowledge of the subject.
____ speaks with an appropriate voice.
Original Word Choice
____contains specific nouns, vivid verbs, and colorful modifiers.
____captures the subject’s ideas and feeling in dialogue.
Effective Sentence Style
____flows smoothly from one idea to the next.
____shows variation in sentence structure.
Correct, Accurate Copy
____adheres to the basic rules of writing
____follows the appropriate format for citing sources (MLA).