Bellwork #1:
SW analyze and interpret meaning behind the
Anglo-Saxon culture and Beowulf.
SW read and interpret meaning behind an
expert folder article while applying it to a
thinking map.
• Create a circle map based on background
information you know based upon
Beowulf, Anglo-Saxons, and Vikings. Put 5
ideas on your group circle map.
Bellwork #2:
SW analyze and interpret meaning behind
Anglo-Saxon and Beowulf with expert folders
individually and in groups.
SW share out information learned and apply it
to a group circle map.
SW Gallery Walk to obtain background
information.
• Beowulf was originally an
oral tale. How does telling a
story out loud keep it alive?
Bellwork #3:
SW take and discuss guided notes on Beowulf.
SW apply what they have learned to a
background quiz.
• Discuss the story of Cain and
Able and how it ties into Beowulf.
Bellwork #3A:
SW SSR and create a flow map based on their
reading.
• SSR for 15-20 minutes, then create a
flow map with at least 3-5 main
events and 1-2 details with each
square.
Bellwork #4:
SW critically read, discuss, and listen to Beowulf: The
Monster Grendel.
SW analyze passages in this section with three column
notes.
• What makes Beowulf a profound piece of
literature? List at least two reasons.
Bellwork #5:
SW critically read, analyze, and listen to Beowulf: The
Arrival of the hero and Unferth’s Challenge.
SW look for evidence of all the major themes in these
two sections with a tree map.
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Who is Grendel?
How long has he terrorized the Danes?
How many people have they lost?
Why do they believe Beowulf can help them?
Bellwork #6:
SW critically read, analyze, and listen to The Battle with
Grendel.
SW create a flow map of events based upon this
section.
• Why does Unferth have such a problem with
Beowulf? Based upon what you have heard so
far, do you think Beowulf is a good leader?
Bellwork #7:
SW critically read The Monster’s Mother and apply it to
a 4 square.
SW discuss and work on part 1 questions in
preparation of their quiz.
• Create a double-bubble map on Beowulf
and Grendel. Don’t forget your frame of
reference and your question.
Bellwork #8:
SW recap and then apply their knowledge they already
learned on a Beowulf part 1 quiz.
SW SSR + for 15-20mins. And apply it to a prompt.
• Create a Flow Map based on at least 15 main
events that happened on Part 1 of Beowulf
(remember the sections are: The Monster
Grendel, The Arrival of the Hero, Unferth’s
Challenge, The Battle with Grendel, and The
Monster’s Mother). Add at least 1-2 details
behind each event. Don’t forget your frame of
reference. Your question should be: What
happened in part one of Beowulf?
Bellwork #9:
SW respond to a Close and Critical article on
Antigone using a 4 square.
SW create and epic hero poem based upon a
rubric discussed in class.
• Beowulf exclaims, “Fate will
unwind as it must!” What can
you infer about Beowulf’s
beliefs from this statement?
Bellwork #10:
SW discuss qualities of a hero (moral
strengths/weaknesses).
SW create and share a epic hero poem of their
own with their own original character.
• If you could create a hero, what moral
strength and weakness would you allow
them to have? Explain
Bellwork #11:
SW analyze a clip from a video on loyalty to discuss
loyalty to a family vs. loyalty to society.
SW gallery walk to discuss possible scenarios based
upon loyalty and share out their findings.
SW analyze a passage of Beowulf and discuss his
loyalties and who they lie with.
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Watch the clip from the video.
What would you do if…
What do you think the father will do?
What does he do?
Explain how group loyalties may conflict with
individual ones or vice verse?
Bellwork 12:
SW critically read and analyze the final battle.
SW identify metaphor/similes, alliteration, Kennings,
and other lit. devices used throughout this section.
SW review with questions on Part 2 of Beowulf.
Beowulf has successfully ruled and reigned for 50
years over the Geats. This is his final battle, what
do you predict will happen and why? Remember
he is an old man now…what would make him still
battle at this point, when he has other’s that can do
it for him?
Bellwork #13:
SW review Beowulf for their test on Monday
and begin working on project ideas for their
Beowulf projects.
• In what way does Wiglaf resemble the
younger Beowulf? What makes him a
worthy successor to Beowulf?
SW take 5-10 mins to review for their test.
SW apply their knowledge to a Unit exam on
Beowulf.
SW work on a culminating project on Beowulf.
No Bellwork-Take 5-10
mins to review.
Bellwork #14 & 15:
SW viewing Beowulf the movie.
SW identify similarities and differences they
see from the movie’s plot compared to the Epic
Poem.
• Create a Double-Bubble Map. One side
based upon the poems plot points and
then one based upon the movie’s plot
points. Give 5 similarities and 5
differences on each side.
Bellwork #16:
SW finish Viewing Beowulf and looking at Plot
differences.
SW begin discussing guidelines to the Beowulf
paper.
In your opinion, after all that you have read
and seen, is Beowulf a good leader? Why or
why not? What qualities does he possess
that make him good or bad? Explain.
Bellwork #17:
SW finish setting up their Flow Map for their
paper and discussing important elements in an
intro paragraph.
SW critique other intro paragraphs and begin
to developing their own.
When responding to a prompt, 3 things need to be
present in your introduction:
1)Hook (Catchy Phrase or Situational)
Quotes from important people (cited)
Statistics from a source (cited)
Creative catchy phrases ( don’t use clichés!)
No questions or broad statements.
2)Claim: Essay Topic + Opinion + Three Reasons(If you
have 3 prongs)
3)Definition of Prompt: Some people say…other people say
All good leaders are brave and strong.
In Beowulf we seen these same qualities in
him. Beowulf is seen as a historically strong
and brave leader. He is a legend! I am about
to talk to you about how he is a great leader.
Beowulf is a great leader because he
possesses the qualities of bravery and
strength, although some see him as a bad
leader because he works as an individual,
not considering his men or others.
“No man will make a great leader who
wants to do it all himself or get all the credit
for doing it” (Andrew Carnegie). Leadership
is a team effort. A good leader delegates
tasks to their followers and highly regards
their abilities; they don’t try to fight all their
battles alone for glory. Beowulf is a
ineffective leader because he doesn’t
consider his followers and is only seeking
fame in his battles; although some people
feel he is a great leader because of his
bravery.
Bellwork #18:
SW review their Intro paragraphs and make any
necessary adjustments.
SW work on developing and supporting their body
paragraphs of their paper.
• What is the easiest part of the writing process for you? The hardest?
What strategy or strategies do you use that helps? Explain.
Remember: Your body paragraphs should follow your claim
points and in the order they are stated in your claim.
For Example: Beowulf is an extraordinary leader seen through his
bravery and strength, although some people feel he is not
because he just in it for the fame.
So, in this way:1st body: Bravery – 1st Battle
2nd body: Strength – 2nd Battle
3rd body: Fame- 3rd Battle (counter)
Bellwork #19:
SW continue to develop their body paragraphs
for their papers and make any necessary
revisions based upon yesterday’s feedback.
• List some good transition words used from
one body paragraph to the next.
• Create a well developed topic sentence for
your second and third body paragraph.
Bellwork #20:
SW create their conclusion to their essay and share out
with a partner.
SW set up goals for their portfolios and ways to obtain
them.
Conclusions:
Transition words:
• Essentially
• Ultimately
• In essence
Remember:
• Restate the claim
• Final thoughts (3-5 sentences).
Bellwork #21:
SW read, discuss, and create a circle map
based upon a background article on Chaucer.
SW peer edit each others papers and give feel
back.
• Take 10-15 mins. and read the Chaucer
article. Create a circle map with at least 10
adjectives/pieces of information on it.
Don’t forget a FOR and a question.
Bellwork #22:
SW demonstrate their understanding of Academic
vocabulary using the following terms in a sentence.
SW read and listen to the prologue of the CT and
discuss the meaning behind it orally.
SW work in partners and read a section of CT that was
assigned to them while taking notes.
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Eminent (adj.): Great or high standing.
Guile (n.): Sly dealings; skill in deceiving.
Benign (adj.): Kind; gracious.
Obstinate (adj.): Unreasonably stubborn.
Frugal (adj.): Thrifty, careful with money.
Pilgrimage (n,): A journey to a holy place.
Bellwork #22: (Cont.)
SW demonstrate their understanding of Academic vocabulary
using the following terms in a sentence.
SW read and listen to the prologue of the CT and discuss the
meaning behind it orally
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A millionaire finds it difficult to be _____; he likes to be generous
with his money.
The tradition of _____ to Mecca is important in Islam.
The thief used his ____ to steal things before his victims could
notice.
An _____ man; my husband will never admit his stubborn nature.
Even when the family was late with their rent, the ____ landlord
didn’t harass them.
After a lifetime of glorious battle, he was the most _____ knight in
the kingdom.
Bellwork #23:
SW read a section of The Canterbury Tales that
is assigned to them with a partner.
SW demonstrate their understanding of their
pilgrim(s) assigned to them by applying the
information they read and discuss with their
partner in a chart paper presentation.
What is the most important characteristic of your
pilgrim? Explain.
Bellwork #24:
SW present their pilgrim(s) to the class with
their partners base upon their chart paper
projects.
SW write notes based upon the pilgrims
presented to them by their other classmates
and discuss their importance to the pilgrimage.
Critique other presentations with 2 pros
and cons.
Bellwork #25:
SW present their pilgrim(s) to the class with their
partners base upon their chart paper projects.
SW write notes based upon the pilgrims presented to
them by their other classmates and discuss their
importance to the pilgrimage
Based upon the pilgrims presented so far,
who do you think has the most to offer or
benefit the group with and why?
Bellwork #26:
SW present their pilgrim(s) to the class with their
partners base upon their chart paper projects.
SW write notes based upon the pilgrims presented to
them by their other classmates and discuss their
importance to the pilgrimage
1.During what time of year do people prefer to go
on pilgrimage?
2.What is the challenge proposed to the pilgrims
by the Host?
3. What is the reward for winning?
Bellwork #27:
SW view, discuss and interpret meaning
behind the “Pardoner’s Tale.”
SW view the “Wife of Bath’s tale,” and interpret
meaning behind the tale.
SW discuss and interpret meaning of academic
vocabulary in the “Wife of Bath.”
• How is the Doctor described?
• What is something ironic about the
Doctor?
• Would you go to this doctor? Why or why
not?
Bellwork #28:
SW review the CT characters with a tree map.
SW apply their knowledge learned on a CT
quiz.
According to “The Pardoner’s Tale”, what is the
“root of all evil”? Explain why.
Explain how the three rioters in “The Pardoner’s
Tale” are similar to the Pardoner himself.
• What is the Knight’s crime in the “Wife of Bath?
• What must the Knight do in order to be free from
punishment?
• What is the lesson learned from this tale?