Thursday 12/20/12
Class
HOMEROOM/
KNIGHT TIME
AP Language
and
Composition
Learning Objectives
Homework
Holiday Cards
1. Go over sample essay,
“America Needs Its Nerds”
and determine holistic grade
using the AP 9 Point Scale.
Get some well-deserved rest 
2. Peer Review rhetorical
analysis and assign a holistic
grade using the AP 9 Point
Scale.
3. Review multiple-choice
homework from the other
day. Go over problematic
areas.
4. Take a survey of the course.
Learning Objectives
HN English I
Warm-Up: Read the sentences and
determine if the BOLDED phrase is acting
as a gerund or participle phrase
Take a survey of the course.
Watch West Side Story
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EO82
t4ViZl4
Homework
Enjoy your break 
Wednesday 12/19/12
Class
HOMEROOM/
KNIGHT TIME
Learning Objectives
Homework
AP Language
and
Composition
Practice writing a sample timed
essay.
In 5 Steps to a 5 read p.67-78.
Make sure to highlight important
tips about writing the analysis
essay and working the prompt.
10 minutes: Read/Annotate
40 minutes: Construct a response
-Review key strategies and points
-Review thesis statements
-Peer Edit
Identify problematic MC passages
from homework.
HN English I
Learning Objectives
Homework
Warm-Up: What questions do adjectives
answer? Identify the common part of
speech in sentences.
No homework 
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Review gerunds and introduce
participles.
Identify participles in a sentence
Differentiate between verbs and
participles
Recognize how participle phrases
act in a sentence
Acting Activity: Demonstrate
understanding of “Pyramus and Thisbe”
by turning entire story into a 1 minute
skit.
In what way do Romeo and Juliet and
“Pyramus and Thisbe” compare and
contrast?
What is the moral or plot of “Pyramus
and Thisbe?”
Hand Back Quizzes/Tests
Tuesday 12/18/12
Class
HOMEROOM/
KNIGHT TIME
Learning Objectives
Homework
AP Language
and
Composition
Practice writing a sample timed
essay.
In 5 Steps to a 5 read p.67-78.
Make sure to highlight important
tips about writing the analysis
essay and working the prompt.
10 minutes: Read/Annotate
40 minutes: Construct a response
-Review key strategies and points
-Review thesis statements
-Peer Edit
Identify problematic MC passages
from homework.
HN English I
Learning Objectives
Demonstrate understanding of
Romeo and Juliet by taking the Act
IV and V quiz. Grade in class.
License Plate Activity.
Think up some creative “personalized
license plates” for various characters.
Some use quotes.
EX. “LYKAROZ” (like a rose)
“JLTZSUN” (Juliet is the sun)
Popular characters include Romeo, Juliet,
The Nurse, Mercutio, and Tybalt
(KNGOCTS – King of cats).
Homework
Finish license plate activity.
Read “Pyramus and Thisbe” in
Holt. Be prepared to discuss.
(p.1160-1164)
Monday 12/17/12
Class
HOMEROOM/
KNIGHT TIME
Learning Objectives
AP Language
and
Composition
Turn in first three pages. Make sure your
name is on the cover page (teacher rubric).
Homework
Registration Card Edits
1) Review problematic MC questions
from 5 Steps to a 5
In 5 Steps to a 5, complete MC passages
on p.57-61. Time yourself.
Please grade yourself and come to class
ready to discuss problematic questions.
2) Read “On the Death of Martin Luther
King, Jr.” by Robert F. Kennedy and
answer MC questions. For every MC
question, mark/highlight which
words or phrases in the text support
the answer.
3) Review answers as a class.
HN English I
Learning Objectives
Homework
Warm-Up: Define fate. Do you know anyone who
believes that his/her life is governed by fate?
What are the advantages/disadvantages of
believing that fate rules life?
Study for the Act IV and V Quiz.
Quote Analysis:
“The best of men cannot defend their fate: The
good die early and the bad die late” – Daniel
Defoe, 18th century
“Our hour is marked and no one can claim a
moment of life beyond what fate has
predestined.” – Napoleon, 19th century
“What fates impose, the men must needs abide; It
boots not to resist both wind and tide.” –
Shakespeare, Henry VI, Part 3
Does fate cause the tragedy of Romeo and Juliet?
Support your response with evidence from the
play.
Discussion: What is Romeo’s mood at the
beginning of 5.1? What is Romeo’s mood after he
hears of Juliet’s “death”? How does fate affect
Romeo when he believes Juliet is dead? To what
extent is fate responsible for the tragic turn of
events?
Watch the final act
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=90G2eGi4pPA
In your journals reflect on the following:
How does the presence of fate affect the power of
the ending?
Friday 12/14/12
Class
HOMEROOM/
KNIGHT TIME
Learning Objectives Homework
Fix choppy sentences. Correct
run-ons.
Doonesbury cartoons satirize
contemporary politics. Readers don't
always find this funny. They demand
that newspapers not carry the strip.
Join complete sentences, clauses, and phrases
with conjunctions:
and, but, or, nor, yet, for, so
The US has been highly dependent on
foreign oil for many years. Alternate
sources of energy are only now being
sought.
Link two related sentences to each other so
that one carries the main idea and the other is
no longer a complete sentence (subordination).
Use connectors such as the ones listed below
to show the relationship.
after, although, as, as if, because,
before, even if, even though, if, if
only, rather than, since, that, though,
unless, until, when, where, whereas,
wherever, whether, which, while
Turn in first three pages. Make sure
your name is on the cover page
(teacher rubric)
In 5 Steps to a 5, complete MC
passages on p.57-61. Time
yourself.
The campus parking problem is getting
worse. The university is not building
any new garages.
AP Language
and
Composition
Quick Fixes for choppy sentences:
1) Review problematic MC
questions from 5 Steps to a 5
Please grade yourself and come
to class ready to discuss
2) Read “On the Death of Martin problematic questions.
Luther King, Jr.” by Robert F.
Kennedy and answer MC
questions. For every MC
question, mark/highlight
which words or phrases in the
text support the answer.
3) Review answers as a class.
Learning Objectives
HN English I
Demonstrate your understanding of
parts of speech, gerunds and
appositive phrases by taking a test.
Homework
Finish play.
Grade in class.
Finish poem activity from yesterday.
Thursday 12/13/12
Class
HOMEROOM/
Learning Objectives Homework
Pronoun/antecedent
KNIGHT TIME
AP Language
and
Composition
agreement
1. Please read your peer’s paper
and make comments according
to the following guidelines.
2. Additionally please put a “+” if
the student expertly performs
the skill throughout each
paragraph, and a “-” if the skill /
trait needs improvement or is
missing altogether.
3. Please make any additional
comments pertaining to logic,
grammar or mechanics in the
margins. Remember following
the peer edit, your revised copy
will count as a test grade.
4.
HN English I
Revise the first three pages and
print the copy you want me to
grade next class. Please STAPLE
the teacher rubric as a cover
sheet (see wiki)
Remember manuscript format.
Note: I do not accept papers on a
flash drive. When you get to my
class, you need to submit your
paper at the beginning or else it
is considered late.
Review MC passages from 5
Steps to a 5
Learning Objectives
Homework
Grammar Warm-Up: Review
appositives, gerunds and part of speech
Study for the Gerund and Appositive test.
Romeo and Juliet Warm-Up:
1. Where are comic touches used
in these two scenes?
2. Where is the tragedy located?
3. Why do you suspect there is a
balance of comedy and tragedy?
4. What would be the effect if the
director omitted the comedic
scenes?
-Review and discuss the plot of 4-4.5
when Juliet’s “death” is discovered
You should know how to:
1. Identify a direct object, indirect
object, object of the preposition,
preposition, subject, subject
complement (predicate adjective
or predicate nominative), verb
(action or linking).
-Find examples of words and actions
that show how different characters
contributed to Juliet’s predicament
-Recognize the presence and the
contributions of comedy and tragedy
-Support claims by finding specific
textual support
-Review gerunds and appositives
Wednesday 12/12/12
If you do not know how these terms
function in a sentence, you will not be
prepared for this section.
2. Identify gerund/ gerund phrase in
a sentence and determine how it
is used (subject, a predicate
nominative, a direct object,
indirect object, or an object of the
preposition).
3.
Identify appositives and determine
if commas are or are not
necessary.
Class
HOMEROOM/
KNIGHT TIME
AP Language
and
Composition
Learning Objectives Homework
D.E.A.R.
1. Please read your peer’s paper
and make comments according
to the following guidelines.
2. Additionally please put a “+” if
the student expertly performs
the skill throughout each
paragraph, and a “-” if the skill /
trait needs improvement or is
missing altogether.
3. Please make any additional
comments pertaining to logic,
grammar or mechanics in the
margins. Remember following
the peer edit, your revised copy
will count as a test grade.
4.
HN English I
Revise the first three pages and
print the copy you want me to
grade next class. Please STAPLE
the teacher rubric as a cover
sheet (see wiki)
Remember manuscript format.
Note: I do not accept papers on a
flash drive. When you get to my
class, you need to submit your
paper at the beginning or else it
is considered late.
Review MC passages from 5
Steps to a 5
Learning Objectives
Homework
Warm-Up: Review gerunds and
appositives.
Finish Act IV.
Underline the gerund phrase
and identify its role in a
sentence
Questions:
How do Lady Capulet and Nurse
express their love for Juliet in
Scene 5?
Read a paragraph and underline Do you feel sympathy for the
the appositive phrases.
Capulets, the nurse and Paris
over their grief?
Journal Writing/Open Mind
Activity: (Juliet, F. Laurence,
Do you agree with Juliet’s
Paris, and Capulet)
approach to avoid marriage with
Paris? Is there a better way Juliet
How does fear affect
could have gotten out of her
someone’s mentality?
situation? Were the risks she
took justifiable?
Read 4.3 together. Identify
Juliet’s specific fears. Which is
the worst?
Conscience Debate: One argues
to take potion the other argues
not to take it.
Would you be able to take the
risks that Juliet does?
Tuesday 12/11/12
Class
HOMEROOM/
KNIGHT TIME
Learning Objectives Homework
AP Language
and
Composition
Review components of the first three
pages of the Graduation Paper:
 How to write the introduction
for an argumentative paper
(remember to put your thesis
in BOLD)
 Write argumentative, specific
and concise topic sentences
 Learn how to integrate
quotes with a signal phrase
 Identify the components of a
quote sandwich
 Differentiate between a
formal and conversational
tone
 Make sure data is current
 Review subject/verb
agreement and
pronoun/antecedent
agreement
Registration
Follow guidelines discussed in
class and commit to the first
three pages of the Graduation
Project. Make sure to follow
proper manuscript format.
Include your Works Cited (staple
behind paper). Highlight the
sources you use in the first three
pages. Remember, I should be
able to look at your signal phrase
or in-text citation and have no
problem locating the source on
the Works Cited. The first word
on the Works Cited (author or
article) should be the same as
what you use in paper.
Review 5 Steps to a 5 MC questions
and strategies.
Learning Objectives
HN English I
Homework
Demonstrate understanding of Read 4.1 and 4.2.
Act III by taking the OPEN BOOK
Focus Questions:
quiz.
1. How does Paris’ expression of
love compare to Romeo’s?
Grade in class.
Review appositives and
gerunds.
2. What is the real reason Juliet
apologizes to her dad?
3. How do Capulet’s wedding
arrangements for Juliet directly
impact Friar Lawrence’s plan?
(Note: Mantua is almost 40 miles
away from Verona. Think about how
long it would take to travel there in
Shakespeare’s time).
Monday 12/10/12
Class
HOMEROOM/
KNIGHT TIME
Learning Objectives Homework
AP Language
and
Composition
Review components of the first three
pages of the Graduation Paper:
 How to write the introduction
for an argumentative paper
(remember to put your thesis
in BOLD)
 Write argumentative, specific
and concise topic sentences
 Learn how to integrate
quotes with a signal phrase
 Identify the components of a
quote sandwich
 Differentiate between a
formal and conversational
tone
 Make sure data is current
 Review subject/verb
agreement and
pronoun/antecedent
agreement
Review claims, evidence and
warrants.
Follow guidelines discussed in
class and commit to the first
three pages of the Graduation
Project. Make sure to follow
proper manuscript format.
Include your Works Cited (staple
behind paper). Highlight the
sources you use in the first three
pages. Remember, I should be
able to look at your signal phrase
or in-text citation and have no
problem locating the source on
the Works Cited. The first word
on the Works Cited (author or
article) should be the same as
what you use in paper.
Review 5 Steps to a 5 MC questions
and strategies.
HN English I
Learning Objectives
Homework
Warm-up: Identify the appositive
and punctuate accordingly. Learn
about how gerunds can function as
Finish Act III. Be prepared for a
quiz.
subjects, direct objects, subject
complements and the object of the
preposition.
RJ Discussion:
1) Do you think Tybalt intended to fight and
kill Mercutio? Why or why not?
2)Was the fight between Mercutio and
Tybalt fair?
3) In what way did hate prove stronger than
love in the encounter with Tybalt (Hint:
Think about Romeo and Benvolio’s role as
peace makers)
Things to think about:
 Why do the Capulets think
their daughter is grieving?
What is their solution?
 How do the Capulets
respond to Juliet’s
apprehension?
 How do Juliet’s feelings
about the nurse change in
this scene?
4) Discuss Juliet’s change of emotions from
the beginning of Scene 2 until the end?
5) Why is Romeo ungrateful for the Prince’s
mercy?
6) What decision has Juliet made about her
loyalty? Do you agree?
7) How does the friar attempt to help
Romeo?
8) Despite Romeo and Juliet’s anguish, their
problem at this point seems solvable. What
does Romeo need to do? What does Friar
Laurence need to do? Map it out.
Friday 12/7/12
Class
HOMEROOM/
KNIGHT TIME
AP Language
and
Composition
Learning Objectives Homework
Review claims, evidence and
warrants.
Turn in your revised formal
outline and Works Cited.
Demonstrate understanding of
logical fallacies by sharing
projects with the rest of class.
Learn a “thesis formula” for
rhetorical analyses.
In 5 Steps to a 5 AP English
Language 2012-2013, read pages
41-49. Highlight tips that will help
you with the MC portion of the
AP test.
Complete p.51-54. Time yourself
from start to finish. Do not feel
that you have to hit a certain
Practice writing a thesis for
Gary Soto’s autobiographical
narrative.
time limit now. This time will give
us a sense of how long it takes
you to complete two multiple
choice selections.
Next GP Deadline:
First three pages due 12/12 (A)
and 12/13 (B)
HN English I
Learning Objectives
Homework
Demonstrate understanding of
VCR Lessons 13-14 by taking a
test. Grade in class.
Finish Act 3.3 and 3.4
Discuss 3.1-3.2.
Thursday 12/6/12
Class
HOMEROOM/
KNIGHT TIME
AP Language
and
Composition
Learning Objectives Homework
Practice making wordy
sentences more concise.
Turn in your revised formal
outline and Works Cited.
Demonstrate understanding of
logical fallacies by sharing
projects with the rest of class.
Learn a “thesis formula” for
rhetorical analyses.
In 5 Steps to a 5 AP English
Language 2012-2013, read pages
41-49. Highlight tips that will help
you with the MC portion of the
AP test.
Complete p.51-54. Time yourself
from start to finish. Do not feel
that you have to hit a certain
Practice writing a thesis for
Gary Soto’s autobiographical
narrative.
time limit now. This time will give
us a sense of how long it takes
you to complete two multiple
choice selections.
Next GP Deadline:
First three pages due 12/12 (A)
and 12/13 (B)
Learning Objectives
HN English I
Homework
Warm-Up: Demonstrate
Finish reading 3.1-3.2. While
understanding of appositives by reading 3.2, scan for phrases that
punctuating the sentences
contain the word “night.” List
correctly.
some of the
denotations/associations given to
http://www.k12reader.com/ap the word “night.”
positives/Punctuating_Appositi
ves.pdf
Romeo and Juliet have been
eagerly anticipating night. How
Practice VCR vocabulary
do you think the recent events
Lessons 13-14 by participating
will change night for them.
in Vocabulary Jeopardy.
Study for the vocabulary test.
Begin reading 3.1
Wednesday 12/5/12
Class
HOMEROOM/
KNIGHT TIME
Learning Objectives Homework
AP Language
and
Composition
-Peer review peer’s formal
Revise formal outline and turn in
outline/sources using checklist next class
to ensure all major components
are present
Complete Fallacy Project for 12/6
(A) and 12/7 (B). Be prepared to
-Evaluate whether or not
share.
argumentation is logically
sound
Next GP Deadline:
Go back to homeroom. Discuss
registration process.
-Conference with peer and
discuss areas of
strengths/weaknesses
- Discuss Gary Soto annotations
Please purchase a copy of 5
Steps to a 5 AP English Language
2012-2013 (Do not confuse this
book with AP English
Literature that is a different
course)
Learning Objectives
Homework
Demonstrate understanding of
Act II by taking a quiz. Grade in
class.
Make vocabulary flashcards for
Lessons 13-14. Review.
-Review “tips” for first three
pages
HN English I
First three pages due 12/12 (A)
and 12/13 (B)
Review vocabulary homework.
Vocabulary test on Friday. Yes,
words from other lessons are
always fair game.
http://www.youtube.com/watc
h?v=_A0fVWomF90 (West Side
Story)
Tuesday 12/4/12
Class
HOMEROOM/
KNIGHT TIME
Learning Objectives Homework
AP Language
and
Composition
-Peer review peer’s formal
outline/sources using checklist to
ensure all major components are
present
Choose one claim, evidence and warrant.
Share several on the Promethean and
discuss whether or not logic is sound.
Revise formal outline and turn in next
class
Complete Fallacy Project for 12/6 (A) and
12/7 (B). Be prepared to share.
-Evaluate whether or not
argumentation is logically sound
Next GP Deadline:
-Conference with peer and discuss
areas of strengths/weaknesses
Please purchase a copy of 5 Steps to a 5
AP English Language 2012-2013 (Do not
First three pages due 12/12 (A) and 12/13 (B)
-Review “tips” for first three pages
confuse this book with AP English
Literature that is a different course)
- Discuss Gary Soto annotations
HN English I
Learning Objectives
Homework
Warm-Up: Define personification,
metaphor, simile, classical allusion,
reversed word, reversed thought,
reversed sentence construction
Finish Act II. There may or may not be
a reading quiz 
-Experiment with Shakespeare’s
language tricks. Write an original
example of each of the devices below.
Complete Lesson 14 in VCR (p.98-104).
You will need to do exercises 14 A, B
and C.
-Friar Laurence is introduced in a lengthy
soliloquy in which he philosophies about
nature and about mankind. Paraphrase
his speech
-What does Friar Lawrence mean when
he says “Virtue itself turns vice, being
misapplied,/And vice sometime’s by
action dignified”?
Friar Laurence agrees to perform the
marriage ceremony for Romeo and Juliet
for what reason? Is Friar Lawrence
acting as a responsible adult?
Review VCR vocabulary.
Monday 12/3/12
Class
HOMEROOM/
KNIGHT TIME
Learning Objectives Homework
"As the global population of the earth has
surpassed 7 billion, the planet is losing its
ability to support the growing human race,
and the population must begin looking
elsewhere for solutions."
"Only 85% of all Americans are insured, around
15% of the country is currently at risk of
possibly losing everything. The government
needs to have a stronger stand of this issue,
and do more to adequately provide coverage
for the masses."
AP Language
and
Composition
Discuss formal outline protocol
1)
Demonstrate understanding of
logical fallacies by taking the logical
fallacy quiz. Grade in class.
Please read p.47-49 in Patterns and
review how to write a formal outline.
Write either a TOPIC OR SENTENCE outline
(if you choose the latter limit each line to
one sentence). Use the checklist on p.48 to
guide you and/or
http://www.writingsimplified.com/2011/0
7/how-to-create-formal-outline.html .
In addition, all 15 sources are due on
12/4 (A Day) and 12/5 (B Day). Please
update your Works Cited and BOLD the
primary source.
Complete Fallacy Project for
12/6 (A) and 12/7 (B). You have a few
more days!!!
NEW DEADLINE:
Please purchase a copy of 5 Steps to a 5
AP English Language 2012-2013 (Do not
confuse this book with AP English
Literature that is a different course)
HN English I
Winners:
Most original: Fania/Jillian
Most colorful: Melody/Lauren
Most unique: Indyah/ Alex
Most carefully done:
Neil/Juliana
Wildest: Zack/Wesley
Funniest: Parker/Andrew
Romeo and Juliet Design:
Devon B. /Haley M.
Learning Objectives
Homework
Warm-Up:
1. What is the difference
between love and lust?
Read 2.3 and 2.4
2. How strongly do you identify
with your family name? Why
might you give it up? How
does Juliet feel about
Romeo’s names and names in
general?
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Guided Reading Question:
Why does Friar Laurence agree to help
Romeo marry Juliet? Explain the Friar’s
motives.
Balcony Scene Charades.
Review VCR homework.
Hand back papers and
quizzes.
Finish watching Act I.
Friday 11/30/12
Class
HOMEROOM/
KNIGHT TIME
Learning Objectives
Homework
Identify and give an example of each (w/o looking at notes)
Begging the Question
Argument from Analogy
Ad Hominem
Hasty or Sweeping Generalization
False Dilemma (Either/Or)
Equivocation
Red Herring
Tu Quoque
(see next column )
Appeal to Doubtful Authority
Misleading Statistic
Post Hoc Ergo Propter Hoc
Non Sequitur
Dicto Simpliciter
Contradictory Premises
Ad Misericordiam
Hypothesis Contrary to Fact
Poisoning the Well
AP Language
Discuss formal outline protocol
1)
Please read p.47-49 in Patterns and
and
Composition
Demonstrate understanding of logical
fallacies by taking the logical fallacy quiz.
Grade in class.
review how to write a formal outline.
Write either a TOPIC OR SENTENCE outline
(if you choose the latter limit each line to
one sentence). Use the checklist on p.48 to
guide you and/or
http://www.writingsimplified.com/2011/0
7/how-to-create-formal-outline.html .
In addition, all 15 sources are due on
12/4 (A Day) and 12/5 (B Day). Please
update your Works Cited and BOLD the
primary source.
Complete Fallacy Project for
12/6 (A) and 12/7 (B). You have a few
more days!!!
NEW DEADLINE:
Please purchase a copy of 5 Steps to a 5
AP English Language 2012-2013 (Do not
confuse this book with AP English
Literature that is a different course)
HN English I
MASKS
Most original:
Most colorful:
Most unique materials:
Most carefully done:
Wildest:
Funniest:
Design that best reflects
the personality of a
character from Romeo and
Juliet:
Learning Objectives
Homework
Demonstrate understanding of sonnets
and Romeo and Juliet by taking a quiz.
Grade in class.
1) Please read p.91-98 in your VCR
and complete exercises 13A-13C.
Vote on best mask.
Watch Act I of Romeo and Juliet.
2) Read Act II Prologue and 2.1-2.2.
Be prepared to discuss.
Guided Reading:
Identify contrasts that exist within the
prologue of Act II. What do the contrasts
add to the prologue? What is the purpose
of another prologue?
Thursday 11/29/12
Class
HOMEROOM/
KNIGHT TIME
Learning Objectives
Homework
Identify and give an example of each (w/o looking at notes)
Begging the Question
Argument from Analogy
Ad Hominem
Hasty or Sweeping Generalization
False Dilemma (Either/Or)
Equivocation
Red Herring
Tu Quoque
Appeal to Doubtful Authority
Misleading Statistic
Post Hoc Ergo Propter Hoc
Non Sequitur
Dicto Simpliciter
Contradictory Premises
Ad Misericordiam
Hypothesis Contrary to Fact
AP Language
and
Composition
(see next column )
Poisoning the Well
Turn in graphic organizer.
1) Read the sample passage from Gary Soto.
Please annotate based on the guide below.
1) Identify how transitions/punctuation
marks are used to steer the direction of
an author’s point of view
2) Detect when and how an author shifts
his/her point of view.
Yellow: Identify the mode (narrative, expository,
persuasive or satire)
Blue: Mark relevant transitional words/punctuation
(Which words indicate the author is shifting tones?)
Red: Mark the tone shift (At what point does the author
shift his point of view?)
Green: Identify archetypes (Are symbols or familiar
prototypes present?)
Orange: Rhetorical devices or tropes that contribute to the
overall meaning
3) Practice reading a sample AP reading
comprehension passage.
2) Study for the logical fallacy quiz. You
should know both the fallacies from notes
and fallacies from “Love is a Fallacy.”
4) Introduce “Rhetorical Analysis” menu.
Discuss common archetypes.
3) Complete Fallacy Project for 12/4 (A)
and 12/5 (B)
4) Please purchase a copy of 5 Steps to a 5
AP English Language 2012-2013 (Do not
confuse this book with AP English
Literature that is a different course)
Learning Objectives
Homework
HN English I
PUT YOUR NAME ON YOUR MASK
Study for the Sonnet and Act I Quiz
MASKS
Warm-Up: Identify essential and
nonessential appositive phrases. Add
necessary commas.
You should be able to:
- Identify the components of a sonnet
- Know the characteristics and themes
of a Petrarchan sonnet
- Translate a sonnet you have never
seen before and answer
comprehension questions
- Recognize significant passages from
the play and identify the speaker
Note: There will not be a word bank.
You should know how to spell
characters’ names.
Most original:
Most colorful:
Most unique materials:
Most carefully done:
Wildest:
Funniest:
Design that best reflects
the personality of a
character from Romeo and
Juliet:
Share masks and vote.
Review 1.4 and address questions.
Read 1.5 and answer questions.
Exit Slip: Assume the persona of Romeo,
Juliet or Tybalt and write a journal entry
about your reactions to the evening.
Wednesday 11/28/12
Class
HOMEROOM/
KNIGHT TIME
Learning Objectives
AP Language
and
Turn in graphic organizer.
Homework
D.E.A.R.
1) Read the sample passage from Gary Soto.
Please annotate based on the guide below.
Yellow: Identify the mode (narrative, expository,
Composition
1) Identify how transitions/punctuation
marks are used to steer the direction of
an author’s point of view
2) Detect when and how an author shifts
his/her point of view.
persuasive or satire)
Blue: Mark relevant transitional words/punctuation
(Which words indicate the author is shifting tones?)
Red: Mark the tone shift (At what point does the author
shift his point of view?)
Green: Identify archetypes (Are symbols or familiar
prototypes present?)
Orange: Rhetorical devices or tropes that contribute to the
overall meaning
3) Practice reading a sample AP reading
comprehension passage.
2) Study for the logical fallacy quiz. You
should know both the fallacies from notes
and fallacies from “Love is a Fallacy.”
4) Introduce “Rhetorical Analysis” menu.
Discuss common archetypes.
3) Complete Fallacy Project for 12/4 (A)
and 12/5 (B)
4) Please purchase a copy of 5 Steps to a 5
AP English Language 2012-2013 (Do not
confuse this book with AP English
Literature that is a different course)
HN English I
Learning Objectives
Homework
Warm-Up: Share “Perfect Mate” survey
results.
1) Finish 1.4 and answer the questions.
Share sonnets in small groups/class. Turn in.
2) Tomorrow we are going to read about the
Capulet’s feast. In order to participate, you will
need to design a mask.
Analyze how characters understand love and
marriage in a graphic organizer.
Discussion Questions:
 What is the effect of having such a
variety of experiences, feelings and
attitudes about love and marriage in
one play?
 What are some complications that
might arise because of these
different viewpoints?
 Regarding love and marriage, with
which character do you most
identify and why?
Begin 1. 4
Design Suggestions: animals, insects, flowers,
geometric shapes, rock stars, moon, stars,
planets, picture collages, etc.
Material: Draw your mask on cardboard (you
can use cardboard from a shoebox) or
construction paper (you might want to use
several sheets and glue the layers together for
added strength).
Other materials: felt, fabric scraps, aluminum
foil, tissue paper, crayons, markers, sequins,
glitter, stickers, feathers, macaroni, magazine
pictures, ribbons, paint, etc.
Tuesday 11/27/12
Class
HOMEROOM/
KNIGHT TIME
Learning Objectives
Homework
Write to an adult in this building who has
changed your life for the better. Tell that person
why. Fold your letter and then write his/her
name on the outside. I will deliver these to their
“A track record doesn't guarantee a
track star… past results don’t always
result in future success.”
mailboxes.
AP Language
and
Composition
Warm-Up: Review “Love is a Fallacy.” What
is the story poking fun at? Why does Polly
reject him? Is this logical? Is love a fallacy?
Name the fallacies you hear:
http://www.thedailyshow.com/watch/thujune-28-2007/immigrant-disease
http://www.thedailyshow.com/watch/wedjune-27-2001/stephen-winsReview logical fallacy homework and
fallacies from last week.
Introduce fallacy project. Share sample.
Consult partner or partners.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4nBgmmB2f
v4
HN English I
Helpful Hints:
Carry coals= submit to
humiliation
Colliers: people who work
with coal
In choler: angry
Collar: hangman’s noose
SIGN UP FOR KNIGHT TIME
Complete your two arguments for
11/28 (A) and 11/29 (B). See wiki for
template and sample. (located
underneath “Graduation Project”- You
will need to scroll down)
Complete Fallacy Project for 12/4 (A)
and 12/5 (B)
Please purchase a copy of 5 Steps to a
5 AP English Language 2012-2013 (Do
not confuse this book with AP English
Literature that is a different course)
Logical Fallacy Quiz Coming Up:
11/30 (A) and 12/3 (B)
Learning Objectives
Homework
Warm-Up: Identify appositives and
appositive phrases. Learn how to punctuate
essential and nonessential appositives.
1. Please TYPE a prologue sonnet
for a different book or movie.
Due tomorrow.
Identify the appositives in the sentences.
Determine if the appositive is essential or
nonessential and punctuate accordingly.
2. Read 1.2-1.3.
Review puns (a form of wordplay that occurs
when two words are pronounced/spelled
somewhat the same contain different
meanings. Ex: “What do you do when your
wheels wear out? Retire.”
Read 1.1 and discuss: /
1. Describe Montague’s and Capulet’s reactions
and how their wives respond to them.
2. What does the Prince proclaim?
3. What are Montague and Lady Montague
concerned about, and whom are they going to
get to check into this matter?
4. Romeo believes that love is contradictory—
3. Complete the “Parent Survey”
(available on wiki).
it’s good and bad at the same time. List the 11
comparisons of opposites Romeo uses to
describe love.
5. Why is it not going to work out for Romeo
and this girl?
6. What does Benvolio think Romeo should do,
and how does he say Romeo can accomplish
this?
Monday 11/26/12
Class
HOMEROOM/
KNIGHT TIME
Learning Objectives
Homework
What are you thankful for?
“A track record doesn't guarantee a
track star… past results don’t always
result in future success.”
AP Language
and
Composition
Warm-Up: Review “Love is a Fallacy.” What
is the story poking fun at? Why does Polly
reject him? Is this logical? Is love a fallacy?
SIGN UP FOR KNIGHT TIME
Name the fallacies you hear:
http://www.thedailyshow.com/watch/thujune-28-2007/immigrant-disease
http://www.thedailyshow.com/watch/wedjune-27-2001/stephen-winsReview logical fallacy homework and
fallacies from last week.
Introduce fallacy project. Share sample.
Consult partner or partners.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4nBgmmB2f
v4
HN English I
Complete your two arguments for
11/28 (A) and 11/29 (B). See wiki for
template and sample. (located
underneath “Graduation Project”- You
will need to scroll down)
Complete Fallacy Project for 12/4 (A)
and 12/5 (B)
Please purchase a copy of 5 Steps to a
5 AP English Language 2012-2013 (Do
not confuse this book with AP English
Literature that is a different course)
Logical Fallacy Quiz Coming Up:
11/30 (A) and 12/3 (B)
Learning Objectives
Homework
- Read and annotate the prologue to Romeo
and Juliet
Please TYPE a prologue sonnet for
a different book or movie. Similar
to Shakespeare, you will need to
include a summary of the whole
story, maintain iambic pentameter
(10 syllables a line) and a
-Replace the underlined words (see above)
in the lines to create a new prologue—not
for Romeo and Juliet but for your own
fiction or nonfiction story.
-Practice writing a group sonnet
Shakespearean rhyme scheme
(abab, cdcd, efef, gg). Your poem
should not exceed 14 lines.
Remember, the couplet should sum
up the poet’s conclusion at the end
of the poem. Due Wednesday,
11/28. Use “Rhyme Zone” to help
you.
BRING ROMEO AND JULIET
TOMORROW
Tuesday 11/20/12
Class
HOMEROOM/
KNIGHT TIME
Learning Objectives
Homework
What are you thankful for?
“A track record doesn't guarantee a
track star… past results don’t always
result in future success.”
AP Language
and
Composition
Warm-Up: Logical Fallacy Match-Up. Find
your partner.
Please print and read “Love is a Fallacy” by
Max Shulman.
(http://www1.asknlearn.com/ri_Ilearning/
English/631/elang-ilearning/page3a.htm).
Review logical fallacies. Take a partner
“quiz”
Review logical fallacy homework. Share
fallacious arguments.
Coming Up: You will need to outline
two arguments for 11/28 (A) and
11/29 (B). See wiki for template and
sample. (located underneath
“Graduation Project”- You will need to
scroll down)
Please purchase a copy of 5 Steps to a
5 AP English Language 2012-2013 (Do
not confuse this book with AP English
Literature that is a different course)
Learning Objectives
Homework
HN English I
-Review Petrarch sonnet conventions and
demonstrate an understanding of how
Shakespeare shows off his own familiarity
with sonnet conventions and, at the same
time, upends them
Enjoy Thanksgiving 
Please purchase a copy of Romeo
and Juliet or plan on bringing your
Holt Literature textbook following
Thanksgiving
-Compare intelligently the styles and
attitudes of the two poets
-Identify the humor and wit in Sonnet 130
Monday 11/19/12
Class
HOMEROOM/
KNIGHT TIME
Learning Objectives
Homework
What are you thankful for?
“A track record doesn't guarantee a
track star… past results don’t always
result in future success.”
AP Language
and
Composition
Warm-Up: Logical Fallacy Match-Up. Find
your partner.
Please print and read “Love is a Fallacy” by
Max Shulman.
(http://www1.asknlearn.com/ri_Ilearning/
English/631/elang-ilearning/page3a.htm).
Review logical fallacies. Take a partner
“quiz”
Review logical fallacy homework. Share
fallacious arguments.
Coming Up: You will need to outline
two arguments for 11/28 (A) and
11/29 (B). See wiki for template and
sample. (located underneath
“Graduation Project”- You will need to
scroll down)
SIGN UP FOR THE AP EXAM BY 2/15
(SEE WIKI FOR DETAILS)
AP exam fee has been decreased to
$45 this year
Learning Objectives
HN English I
1. Identify the major components of a
sonnet
2. Define rhyme scheme and iambic
pentameter
3. Connect the sentiments of the modern
day songs with Petrarch
4. Recognize Petrarchan conventions and
how they continue to influence writing
today
5. Learn how sonnets are a formalized way
of expressing feeling
Homework
Print and read Michael Drayton’s
“The Parting” and answer the
questions. Be prepared to discuss
next class. (see wiki for handout)
Please purchase a copy of Romeo
and Juliet or plan on bringing your
Holt Literature textbook following
Thanksgiving
R&J Pre-reading questions:
1. There is such a thing as love at first sight.
2. You should know someone for at least a year
before you marry them.
3. Your parents should approve of the people
that you choose to date.
4. Parents should determine who we can and
cannot marry.
Friday 11/16/12
Class
HOMEROOM/
KNIGHT TIME
Learning Objectives
Homework
Continue working on writing an argument
AP Language
and
Composition
Warm-Up: Review simple, complex,
compound and compound-complex
sentences
“A track record doesn't guarantee a
track star… past results don’t always
result in future success.”
Logical Fallacy homework (see wiki)
Demonstrate understanding of induction
and deduction by identifying structure of
argumentation.
Review classical oration
Review syllogisms, enthymemes, Rogerian
and Toulmin’s logic
Practice writing effective claims, evidence
and warrants
Extra Credit Syntax Test AFTER
SCHOOL: Friday 11/16. I will write a
new test and average your new score
with your old score. The test is
optional. Plan on spending an hour or
so after school.
*If you cannot make Friday, let me
know ahead of time so I can schedule
an alternative date.
To help review sentence types: Check
out this website
(http://writingcenter.unc.edu/handou
ts/sentence-patterns/)
SIGN UP FOR THE AP EXAM BY 2/15
(SEE WIKI FOR DETAILS)
AP exam fee has been decreased to
$45 this year
HN English I
Learning Objectives
Homework
Demonstrate understanding of the Fiction
Unit by taking a fiction test. Grade in class.
Bring in the lyrics to a song about the
pain of love. Be prepared to share on
Monday.
R&J Pre-reading questions:
Please purchase a copy of Romeo
5. There is such a thing as love at first sight.
6. You should know someone for at least a year and Juliet or plan on bringing your
Holt Literature textbook following
before you marry them.
7. Your parents should approve of the people
that you choose to date.
8. Parents should determine who we can and
cannot marry.
Thanksgiving
Thursday 11/15/12
Class
HOMEROOM/
KNIGHT TIME
Learning Objectives
Homework
Continue working on writing an argument
AP Language
and
Composition
Warm-Up: Review simple, complex,
compound and compound-complex
sentences
“A track record doesn't guarantee a
track star… past results don’t always
result in future success.”
Logical Fallacy homework (see wiki)
Demonstrate understanding of induction
and deduction by identifying structure of
argumentation.
Review classical oration
Review syllogisms, enthymemes, Rogerian
and Toulmin’s logic
Practice writing effective claims, evidence
and warrants
Extra Credit Syntax Test AFTER
SCHOOL: Friday 11/16. I will write a
new test and average your new score
with your old score. The test is
optional. Plan on spending an hour or
so after school.
*If you cannot make Friday, let me
know ahead of time so I can schedule
an alternative date.
To help review sentence types: Check
out this website
(http://writingcenter.unc.edu/handou
ts/sentence-patterns/)
SIGN UP FOR THE AP EXAM BY 2/15
(SEE WIKI FOR DETAILS)
AP exam fee has been decreased to
$45 this year
HN English I
Learning Objectives
Homework
Demonstrate understanding of Lessons 9-12
by taking a vocabulary test. Grade in class.
Study literature terms and multiple
choice strategies for Fiction Unit
Test tomorrow.
Please purchase a copy of Romeo
and Juliet or plan on bringing your
Holt Literature
Wednesday 11/14/12
Class
HOMEROOM/
KNIGHT TIME
Learning Objectives
Homework
D.E.A.R.
AP Language
and
Composition
Assignment Tracker: Understanding Tone
“A track record doesn't guarantee a
track star… past results don’t always
result in future success.”
In Patterns for College Writing, read
p.536-549 (beginning with
“Understanding Rogerian Argument”)
Warm-Up: Go over “Commas 101.” Identify
nonessential words, phrases or clauses and
add appropriate punctuation. Determine if
sentences are punctuated correctly.
Review tone homework.
Draft an imaginary dialogue between your pointof-view and opposing point-of-view. Your other
voice should not merely ask questions, but must
answer thoroughly. Only make one assertion.
You must do a back and forth, not lengthy
speeches in between. Begin with “I am
convinced as a society we should…”
Hand back tests and various Graduation
Project assignments.
-Please TYPE three column notes
(fallacy, definition, and example) for
the logical fallacies p.541-543. Your
examples should not be the same
examples from the book.
Extra Credit Syntax Test AFTER
SCHOOL: Friday 11/16. I will write a
new test and average your new score
with your old score. The test is
optional. Plan on spending an hour or
so after school.
*If you cannot make Friday, let me
know ahead of time so I can schedule
an alternative date.
To help review sentence types: Check
out this website
(http://writingcenter.unc.edu/handou
ts/sentence-patterns/)
SIGN UP FOR THE AP EXAM BY 2/15
(SEE WIKI FOR DETAILS)
AP exam fee has been decreased to
$45 this year
HN English I
Learning Objectives
Homework
Conduct a peer evaluation and conference
with peer. Make necessary revisions.
Make necessary changes to LOTF
paper. Please STAPLE paper and
submit in the following order
 Rubric (located on wiki).
You will need to fill out the
top portion prior to turning
in the paper.
 Final draft of paper
 Peer Edit Sheet
 Rough draft
 LOTF Graphic Organizer
Review vocabulary. Vocabulary test
is Thursday, 11/15.
Review VCR exercises and practice
vocabulary.
Tuesday 11/13/12
Class
HOMEROOM/
KNIGHT TIME
Learning Objectives
Homework
Simple, Complex, Compound, CompoundComplex Sentences.
AP Language
and
Composition
Assignment Tracker: Understanding Tone
“A track record doesn't guarantee a
track star… past results don’t always
result in future success.”
In Patterns for College Writing, read
p.536-549 (beginning with
“Understanding Rogerian Argument”)
Warm-Up: Go over “Commas 101.” Identify
nonessential words, phrases or clauses and
add appropriate punctuation. Determine if
sentences are punctuated correctly.
Review tone homework.
Draft an imaginary dialogue between your pointof-view and opposing point-of-view. Your other
voice should not merely ask questions, but must
answer thoroughly. Only make one assertion.
You must do a back and forth, not lengthy
speeches in between. Begin with “I am
convinced as a society we should…”
Hand back tests and various Graduation
Project assignments.
-Please TYPE three column notes
(fallacy, definition, and example) for
the logical fallacies p.541-543. Your
examples should not be the same
examples from the book.
Extra Credit Syntax Test AFTER
SCHOOL: Friday 11/16. I will write a
new test and average your new score
with your old score. The test is
optional. Plan on spending an hour or
so after school.
*If you cannot make Friday, let me
know ahead of time so I can schedule
an alternative date.
To help review sentence types: Check
out this website
(http://writingcenter.unc.edu/handou
ts/sentence-patterns/)
SIGN UP FOR THE AP EXAM BY 2/15
(SEE WIKI FOR DETAILS)
AP exam fee has been decreased to
$45 this year
Learning Objectives
HN English I
Warm-Up:Determine if a claim is strong or
weak. If the claim is strong, why is it strong?
If it is weak, identify what would make the
claim stronger.
-Review what makes a strong claim.
Evaluate your LOTF claims.
Homework
1. Finalize LOTF paper due
Wednesday, 11/14. Do not
forget manuscript format.
2. Review vocabulary.
Vocabulary test is Thursday,
11/15.
Play vocabulary jeopardy. Review Lesson 12
vocabulary exercises.
Return quizzes.
Class
HOMEROOM/
KNIGHT TIME
AP Language
and
Composition
Friday 11/9/12
Learning Objectives
Simple, Complex, Compound, CompoundComplex Sentences.
Turn in the following:
 Updated Works Cited/ Thesis
Updates
 Graphic Organizer with claims and
counterclaims
Demonstrate understanding of syntax,
schemes and tropes by taking the test (50
minutes max). We will grade in class.
Learning Objectives
HN English I
Assignment Tracker: Check LOTF graphic
organizer.
Demonstrate understanding of literature
terms by taking the Literature Term Quiz.
Grade in class.
Review vocabulary and poems from
yesterday.
Homework
“A track record doesn't guarantee a
track star… past results don’t always
result in future success.”
Complete Rhetorical Analysis
“Introduction to Tone” (see Wiki)
SIGN UP FOR THE AP EXAM BY 2/15
(SEE WIKI FOR DETAILS)
AP exam fee has been decreased to
$45 this year
Homework
3. Complete Lesson 12 in VCR
(p.82-88). Complete
exercises 12A, 12B and 12C.
4. Finalize LOTF paper due
Wednesday, 11/14. Do not
forget manuscript format.
Class
HOMEROOM/
KNIGHT TIME
AP Language
and
Composition
Thursday 11/8/12
Homework
Learning Objectives
Return to Homeroom. Report Card Distribution.
Turn in the following:
 Updated Works Cited/ Thesis
Updates
 Graphic Organizer with claims and
counterclaims
Demonstrate understanding of syntax,
schemes and tropes by taking the test (50
minutes max). We will grade in class.
HN English I
“A track record doesn't guarantee a
track star… past results don’t always
result in future success.”
Complete Rhetorical Analysis
“Introduction to Tone” (see Wiki)
SIGN UP FOR THE AP EXAM BY 2/15
(SEE WIKI FOR DETAILS)
AP exam fee has been decreased to
$45 this year
Learning Objectives
Homework
Review any questionable terms from
literature list
Complete LOTF graphic organizer
for Friday. The more work you put
into the graphic organizer, the
better your paper will be.
Poetry Walk-Around: You will have 8-10
minutes at each station. Your task is to do
the following:
1) Read the poem(s) aloud in each station.
2) Consider the title of the poem. What does it
tell you about the poem's subject, tone, and
genre?
3) What is your initial impression of the poem's
subject?
4) What is going on in it? Who is talking? To
whom? Under what circumstances? Where?
About what? Why? Is a story being told? Is
something--tangible or intangible--being
described?
Study for Literature Terms Quiz
(make flashcards of each term)
5) How does this poem relate to LOTF?
6) What lingering questions do you have?
Class
HOMEROOM/
KNIGHT TIME
AP Language
and
Composition
Wednesday 11/7/12
Homework
Learning Objectives
D.E.A.R.
Turn in “Improving Sentence Style”
1. Read JFK’s Inaugural Address and
indicate what trope or scheme is used.
Identify each trope of scheme in the
parenthesis located next to each bolded
example. Tropes and schemes will be
used more than once.
2. Write an argumentative thesis that
identifies three tropes and or
schemes AND states JFK’s purpose
3. Review “Eleven Serious Issues in
English”
HN English I
“A track record doesn't guarantee a
track star… past results don’t always
result in future success.”
1. Works Cited and Thesis sheet (due
11/8 and 11/9). You will need 11
sources total (at least two of your
sources should illustrate counter
opinions).
2. Fill out the graphic organizer for
claims and counterclaims (Due 11/8
and 11/9). Available on wiki under
“Graduation Project.”
3. Study for the Syntax and
Schemes/Tropes Test on 11/8 and
11/9
SIGN UP FOR THE AP EXAM BY 2/15
(SEE WIKI FOR DETAILS)
AP exam fee has been decreased to
$45 this year
Learning Objectives
Homework
-Identify what makes an effective quote
sandwich
Read p.76-82. Complete exercises
11A, 11B and 11C.
-Evaluate quote sandwiches, write lead-in
for quotes, and write an explanation for
provided quotes
Complete LOTF graphic organizer
for Friday. The more work you put
into the graphic organizer, the
better your paper will be.
-Introduce the LOTF Essay (due 11/14).
Begin filling out graphic organizer.
Monday 11/5/12
Class
HOMEROOM/
KNIGHT TIME
Learning Objectives
Homework
Review Sentence Types (simple, compound,
complex, compound-complex).
AP Language
and
Composition
Turn in “Improving Sentence Style”
“A track record doesn't guarantee a
track star… past results don’t always
result in future success.”
1. Works Cited and Thesis sheet (due
11/8 and 11/9). You will need 11
sources total (at least two of your
sources should illustrate counter
opinions).
4. Read JFK’s Inaugural Address and
indicate what trope or scheme is used.
Identify each trope of scheme in the
parenthesis located next to each bolded
example. Tropes and schemes will be
used more than once.
5. Write an argumentative thesis that
identifies three tropes and or
schemes AND states JFK’s purpose
6. Review “Eleven Serious Issues in
English”
HN English I
2. Fill out the graphic organizer for
claims and counterclaims (Due 11/8
and 11/9). Available on wiki under
“Graduation Project.”
3. Study for the Syntax and
Schemes/Tropes Test on 11/8 and
11/9
SIGN UP FOR THE AP EXAM BY 2/15
(SEE WIKI FOR DETAILS)
AP exam fee has been decreased to
$45 this year
Learning Objectives
Homework
Demonstrate your understanding of LOTF by
taking a reading quiz. You may use your
book.
Define “Literature Terms” in your
notebook.
Review reading quizzes in class.
Return DO IO PA PN quizzes.
Friday 11/2/12
Class
HOMEROOM/
KNIGHT TIME
Learning Objectives
Homework
Review “does” of Says/Does Analysis
-Practice “does” words on a sentence
“A track record doesn't guarantee a
track star… past results don’t always
result in future success.”
AP Language
and
Composition
Warm-Up: Match-Up Game. You will either
have a scheme or trope or an example. Find
your pair. Be prepared to explain why you
are correct.
-Take a partner quiz and test your
knowledge.
Exit Slip: Scheme/Trope Challenge
Write a quick narrative utilizing 6-8 of the
schemes and tropes.
Hand back narratives.
1. Revisit your narrative, and follow
the “Improving Sentence Style”
worksheet (available on wiki). You
should type your answers directly on
the handout. You will need to
resubmit both your paper and this
completed sheet next class.
2. Works Cited and Thesis sheet (due
11/8 and 11/9). You will need 11
sources total (at least two of your
sources should illustrate counter
opinions).
3. Fill out the graphic organizer for
claims and counterclaims (Due 11/8
and 11/9). Available on wiki under
“Graduation Project.”
Upcoming Dates:
Syntax and Schemes/Tropes Test on
11/8 and 11/9
SIGN UP FOR THE AP EXAM BY 2/15
(SEE WIKI FOR DETAILS)
AP exam fee has been decreased to
$45 this year
Learning Objectives
HN English I
Homework
Demonstrate your understanding of direct
Finish LOTF. There may or may
objects, indirect objects, predicate
not be a reading quiz on
nominatives and predicate adjectives by
Monday 
taking a quiz. You also will demonstrate your
ability to dissect sentences based on what
you know about parts of speech.
Grade quizzes in class and discuss.
Finish discussing midterms.
Finish Ch.10 discussion of LOTF.
Thursday 11/1/12
Class
HOMEROOM/
KNIGHT TIME
Learning Objectives
Homework
Says/Does Practice
“A track record doesn't guarantee a
track star… past results don’t always
result in future success.”
AP Language
and
Composition
Warm-Up: Match-Up Game. You will either
have a scheme or trope or an example. Find
your pair. Be prepared to explain why you
are correct.
-Take a partner quiz and test your
knowledge.
Exit Slip: Scheme/Trope Challenge
Write a quick narrative utilizing 6-8 of the
schemes and tropes.
Hand back narratives.
1. Revisit your narrative, and follow
the “Improving Sentence Style”
worksheet (available on wiki). You
should type your answers directly on
the handout. You will need to
resubmit both your paper and this
completed sheet next class.
2. Works Cited and Thesis sheet (due
11/8 and 11/9). You will need 11
sources total (at least two of your
sources should illustrate counter
opinions).
3. Fill out the graphic organizer for
claims and counterclaims (Due 11/8
and 11/9). Available on wiki under
“Graduation Project.”
Upcoming Dates:
Syntax and Schemes/Tropes Test on
11/8 and 11/9
SIGN UP FOR THE AP EXAM BY 2/15
(SEE WIKI FOR DETAILS)
AP exam fee has been decreased to
$45 this year
HN English I
Learning Objectives
Homework
Warm-Up: Write a sentence that contains a
direct object. Now write a sentence that
contains anindirect object. Finally write a
sentence that contains a predicate
nominative or predicate adjective. Practice
dissecting sentences.
Study for the Grammar Quiz. You
should know how to:
Review VCR exercises
Discuss rationalization, tying of Wilfred, Jack
and disguise, and removing Piggy’s glasses
-Hand back Midterms
-Define a direct object, indirect
objective, predicate nominative, and
predicate adjective
-Dissect sentences and identify the:
Subject (don’t forget hidden “you”)
Verb
Direct Object
Indirect Object
Prepositional Phrases
Predicate Nominative
Predicate Adjective
Articles
Adjectives
Finish LOTF for Monday
Wednesday 10/31/12
Class
HOMEROOM/
KNIGHT TIME
Learning Objectives
Homework
D.E.A.R
AP Language
and
Composition
Turn in sentence patterns homework.
“A track record doesn't guarantee a
track star… past results don’t always
result in future success.”
Create three-column notes for
schemes and tropes. You will need to
identify the scheme/trope, definition,
and example. Follow model on
handout.
Warm-Up: “While we do these things, these
deeply momentous things, let us be very clear,
and make very clear to all the world, what our
motives and our objects are.”
– Woodrow Wilson, “President Woodrow Wilson Next Graduation Project Benchmark:
11 Sources due 11/8 (A) and 11/9 (B)
Presents an Ideal to the War Congress”
1. How would you describe the rhetorical
structure of this sentence (Hint: The subject and verb
are delayed until the final part of the sentence). Why did
Wilson want to create syntactic tension and
emphasize his ideas at the end of the sentence?
What idea is he stressing?
2. How would the sentence change if we
rewrote it as, “Our motives and objects must be
clear to all the world while we do these deeply
momentous things”?
- Analyze Queen Elizabeth I’s diction, imagery,
and sentence structure to achieve her purposein
her speech to her troops at Tilbury, 1588.
SIGN UP FOR THE AP EXAM BY 2/15
(SEE WIKI FOR DETAILS)
AP exam fee has been decreased to
$45 this year
You only need one form and one
check written for all of your AP exams
(i.e. – you can have a check written for
$135 for 3 exams and turn that in with
only one form – filled out completely
and turned in to the Main Office in the
morning). You must drop these off in
the mornings to Ms. Lang or Ms.
Schroeder.
-Practice identifying cumulative, periodic and
inverted sentences
-Review Benny Paret Syntax Chart
HN English I
Learning Objectives
Homework
Warm-Up: Review direct/indirect objects
and subject complements (predicate
nominatives and predicate adjectives).
Identify each part of speech in practice
examples.
Read Ch.10 and complete
focus questions (on
handout)
-Discuss LOTF graphic organizer. What does
the LOTF symbolize?
-Who is responsible for Simon’s death? Was
his death an accident or murder?
Use text to support your claims.
-Compare text to clips from the movie
Read p.68-73 in VCR.
Complete exercises 10A,
10B and 10C.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w9NwT7ib
mJ0 (1990)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oJE6lsOi4W
8 (1963)
Tuesday 10/30/12
Class
HOMEROOM/
KNIGHT TIME
Learning Objectives
Homework
Study Hall
AP Language
and
Composition
Turn in sentence patterns homework.
“A track record doesn't guarantee a
track star… past results don’t always
result in future success.”
Create three-column notes for
schemes and tropes. You will need to
identify the scheme/trope, definition,
and example. Follow model on
handout.
Warm-Up: “While we do these things, these
deeply momentous things, let us be very clear,
and make very clear to all the world, what our
motives and our objects are.”
– Woodrow Wilson, “President Woodrow Wilson Next Graduation Project Benchmark:
11 Sources due 11/8 (A) and 11/9 (B)
Presents an Ideal to the War Congress”
1. How would you describe the rhetorical
structure of this sentence (Hint: The subject and verb
are delayed until the final part of the sentence). Why did
Wilson want to create syntactic tension and
emphasize his ideas at the end of the sentence?
What idea is he stressing?
2. How would the sentence change if we
rewrote it as, “Our motives and objects must be
clear to all the world while we do these deeply
momentous things”?
- Analyze Queen Elizabeth I’s diction, imagery,
and sentence structure to achieve her purposein
her speech to her troops at Tilbury, 1588.
SIGN UP FOR THE AP EXAM BY 2/15
(SEE WIKI FOR DETAILS)
AP exam fee has been decreased to
$45 this year
You only need one form and one
check written for all of your AP exams
(i.e. – you can have a check written for
$135 for 3 exams and turn that in with
only one form – filled out completely
and turned in to the Main Office in the
morning). You must drop these off in
the mornings to Ms. Lang or Ms.
Schroeder.
-Practice identifying cumulative, periodic and
inverted sentences
-Review Benny Paret Syntax Chart
Learning Objectives
HN English I
Meet Mrs. Pfeuffer in the Media Center for a
library overview.
Discuss Ch.7-8
1. Ralph’s symbolic cleaning
Homework
1. Complete LOTF Ch.8 Graphic
Organizer (see Wiki for
worksheet)
2. Read Ch.9 in LOTF
2. Simon’s ominous prediction
3. Robert and the pig game
4. Killing the Sow and language
5. What is The Lord of the Flies?
-Share letters from characters
Friday 10/26/12
Class
HOMEROOM/
KNIGHT TIME
Learning Objectives
Homework
Study Hall
AP Language
and
Composition
Turn in STAPLED narratives.
(rubric final copy rough draft)
“A track record doesn't guarantee a
track star… past results don’t always
result in future success.”
1. Read and complete “The
Death of Benny Paret” Syntax
Chart.
-Examine sentence patterns and variety for
an effect
-Practice identifying the syntax within a
single sentence
-Utilize the syntax chart to analyze syntax
-Practice analyzing syntax in a passage
2. Type examples of each of the
sentence types (declarative,
interrogative, imperative,
exclamatory, simple, compound,
complex, compound-complex,
loose/cumulative, periodic, balanced,
basic, inverted, telegraphic, medium
and long.) In addition to labeling
each sentence, please provide
a brief explanation as to how
your sentence exemplifies
each pattern.
3. Please read “Who Killed Benny
Paret” (p. 321-322 in
Patterns). Do Cousin’s graphic
descriptions convince you that
boxing should be outlawed?
Explain.
Benny Paret’s fight:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vB
NQNwCyYqk
Next Graduation Project Benchmark:
11 Sources due 11/8 (A) and 11/9 (B)
HN English I
Learning Objectives
Homework
Demonstrate understanding of VCR Lessons
1-8 by taking a test. Grade in class.
Read Ch.7-8 for Tuesday.
Focus Questions:
Discuss LOTF “Continuum of Change”
Exit Ticket: Assign characters for “letter
home”
1. Why does Ralph want to clean
himself up, symbolically?
2. Simon gives Ralph a prediction.
What is it? What is ominous in Simon's
prediction?
3. How do the boys play with Robert?
Why is that not play?How does Ralph
react to the game? How does a chant
affect them? How do chants like these
affect the group?
4. What language is used to describe
the killing of the sow? What is the sex
of the pig? Why do you think Golding
makes this choice?
5. What is The Lord of the Flies?
Thursday 10/25/12
Class
HOMEROOM/
KNIGHT TIME
Learning Objectives
Homework
Study Hall
AP Language
and
Composition
Turn in STAPLED narratives.
(rubric final copy rough draft)
“A track record doesn't guarantee a
track star… past results don’t always
result in future success.”
4. Read and complete “The
Death of Benny Paret” Syntax
Chart.
-Examine sentence patterns and variety for
an effect
-Practice identifying the syntax within a
single sentence
-Utilize the syntax chart to analyze syntax
-Practice analyzing syntax in a passage
5. Type examples of each of the
sentence types (declarative,
interrogative, imperative,
exclamatory, simple, compound,
complex, compound-complex,
loose/cumulative, periodic, balanced,
basic, inverted, telegraphic, medium
and long.) In addition to labeling
each sentence, please provide
a brief explanation as to how
your sentence exemplifies
each pattern.
6. Please read “Who Killed Benny
Paret” (p. 321-322 in
Patterns). Do Cousin’s graphic
descriptions convince you that
boxing should be outlawed?
Explain.
Benny Paret’s fight:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vB
NQNwCyYqk
Next Graduation Project Benchmark:
11 Sources due 11/8 (A) and 11/9 (B)
Learning Objectives
HN English I
Homework
Warm-Up: Introduce direct/indirect objects
and subject complements. Label sentences
accordingly.
1. Study for the vocabulary
test. The focus will be on
lessons 7 and 8, however
you are responsible for
knowing the words from
lessons 1-8.You will need to
know Latin and Greek roots,
synonyms and antonyms,
how to use the words in a
sentence, AND words from
past lists. Note: I might use
some roots from other lists.
Review Ch.6 and discuss homework
questions (Beast from air, Jack and the
beast, and Simon).
Create a “Continuum of Change” chart.
Identify what the kids were like when they
arrived; what they are like in Ch.5-6; and
what you think they will be like by the
book’s end. You must be specific and explain
WHY you think the character does or will
change in the novel and provide textual
support.
2. Finish assigned character’s
letter home.
3. Read Ch.7-8 for Tuesday.
Free Writing: You will be assigned a
character (Simon, Piggy, Roger, Sam/Eric,
Ralph or Jack). Your task is to write a letter
“home.” The goal is to sound like your
character. This should not just be a
summary of events that took place, but
rather identify what the character is feeling,
thinking or concerned about at this point in
time.
Wednesday 10/24/12
Class
HOMEROOM/
KNIGHT TIME
Learning Objectives
Homework
Study Hall- Prepare for Midterms
AP Language
Peer Edit #1: Check your partner’s seven
“A track record doesn't guarantee a
track star… past results don’t always
result in future success.”
Finalize narrative and STAPLE before
and
Composition
sources for correct MLA format. Read the
thesis. Is the thesis making an effective
argument or merely informing/analyzing?
Submit.
Peer Edit #2: In groups of four, you will have
three people read your story. Each person will
be in charge of marking up your text and
commenting on the effectiveness of a different
component of a rubric. When they are finished
evaluating for their components, they will write
a short note explaining what you did well and
suggestions for growth.
Conference with peers and reflect on writing.
HN English I
class. Paginate according to
manuscript format.
Top: Rubric (complete student
portion prior to turning in.
If you are missing
something, FIX IT. Rubric
available on wiki under
“Narration- Peer Edit
Sheet”)
Middle: Your final paper (clean,
polished, and in proper
manuscript form)
Bottom: Rough draft with peer’s
comments.
Hand back quizzes.
Next Graduation Project Benchmark:
11 Sources due 11/8 (A) and 11/9 (B)
Learning Objectives
Homework
Demonstrate understanding of grammar
and reading comprehension by taking the
English I Midterm.
Study for Midterm:
 Review grammar (subjects,
verbs- action, linking,
helping, prepositions,
punctuating titles)
 Reading Comprehension
passages
OR
- Hand back speeches and quizzes
-Quick Vocab review with book
-Demonstrate understanding of vocabulary
by competing in VCR Jeopardy
-Begin Lesson 9 and complete 9A, 9B and 9C
-Begin Ch.6 of LOTF
Midterms:
1st/3rd Block: Tuesday
2nd/ 4th Block: Wednesday
Finish Lesson 9 from VCR. Read Ch.
6 from LOTF.
Focus Questions:
1) What is the “Beast from
Air”?
2) Is Jack actually afraid of the
beast or just using the
littleuns’ fear to manipulate
the group? Make sure to
cite evidence from the text
to support you claim.
3) Why is Simon considered an
outsider by the group? Use
evidence to support your
response.
Tuesday 10/23/12
Class
HOMEROOM/
KNIGHT TIME
Learning Objectives
Homework
Study Hall- Prepare for Midterms
“A track record doesn't guarantee a
track star… past results don’t always
result in future success.”
AP Language
and
Composition
Peer Edit #1: Check your partner’s seven
sources for correct MLA format. Read the
thesis. Is the thesis making an effective
argument or merely informing/analyzing?
Submit.
Peer Edit #2: In groups of four, you will have
three people read your story. Each person will
be in charge of marking up your text and
commenting on the effectiveness of a different
component of a rubric. When they are finished
evaluating for their components, they will write
a short note explaining what you did well and
suggestions for growth.
Conference with peers and reflect on writing.
HN English I
Finalize narrative and STAPLE before
class. Paginate according to
manuscript format.
Top: Rubric (complete student
portion prior to turning in.
If you are missing
something, FIX IT. Rubric
available on wiki under
“Narration- Peer Edit
Sheet”)
Middle: Your final paper (clean,
polished, and in proper
manuscript form)
Bottom: Rough draft with peer’s
comments.
Hand back quizzes.
Next Graduation Project Benchmark:
11 Sources due 11/8 (A) and 11/9 (B)
Learning Objectives
Homework
Demonstrate understanding of grammar
and reading comprehension by taking the
English I Midterm.
Study for Midterm:
 Review grammar (subjects,
verbs- action, linking,
helping, prepositions,
punctuating titles)
 Reading Comprehension
passages
OR
- Hand back speeches and quizzes
-Quick Vocab review with book
-Demonstrate understanding of vocabulary
by competing in VCR Jeopardy
-Begin Lesson 9 and complete 9A, 9B and 9C
-Begin Ch.6 of LOTF
Midterms:
1st/3rd Block: Tuesday
2nd/ 4th Block: Wednesday
Finish Lesson 9 from VCR. Read Ch.
6 from LOTF.
Focus Questions:
4) What is the “Beast from
Air”?
5) Is Jack actually afraid of the
beast or just using the
littleuns’ fear to manipulate
the group? Make sure to
cite evidence from the text
to support you claim.
6) Why is Simon considered an
outsider by the group? Use
evidence to support your
response.
Monday 10/22/12
Exciting UPDATE: We’re having a BABY GIRL 
Class
HOMEROOM/
KNIGHT TIME
Learning Objectives
Homework
Can you decipher text talk?
AP Language
and
Composition
Demonstrate your understanding of MLA
and argumentative thesis statements by
taking a quiz (20 minutes max). Grade in
class.
“A track record doesn't guarantee a
track star… past results don’t always
result in future success.”
1) Compose your narrative (two typed
pages).
Introduce narrative. Begin to brainstorm.
Review “Living Under Circe’s Spell.” Turn in.
Hand back thesis and source list.
Learning Objectives
HN English I
Turn in speech evaluation.
2) Find three additional articles that
you will incorporate into your paper.
By the next source check, you should
have seven total. Update your Works
Cited and add your updated thesis to
thesis document (Note: After “Thesis
10/17 Deadline” write “Thesis 10/23
Deadline.”) Staple both documents
together and bring to class.
Homework
Study for Midterm:
 Review vocabulary
-Demonstrate understanding of Ch.4 and 5
(subjects, verbs- action,
by taking an open-book reading quiz. Discuss
linking, helping,
and grade in class.
prepositions, punctuating
titles)
Midterms:
 Reading Comprehension
1st/3rd Block: Tuesday
passages
2nd/ 4th Block: Wednesday
*BRING VOCABULARY BOOKS AND
LOTF for days you are not testing*
Friday10/19/12
Class
HOMEROOM/
KNIGHT TIME
Learning Objectives
Homework
1st Period: 7:25-8:36
2nd Period: 8:41-9:50
1st Lunch: 9:50-10:15
3rd Period: 10:20-11:29
4th Period: 11:34-12:40
Homeroom: 12:45-12:50
PEP RALLY!!!
“A track record doesn't guarantee a
track star… past results don’t always
result in future success.”
AP Language
and
Composition
Demonstrate your understanding of MLA
and argumentative thesis statements by
taking a quiz (20 minutes max). Grade in
class.
1) Compose your narrative (two typed
pages).
Introduce narrative. Begin to brainstorm.
Review “Living Under Circe’s Spell.” Turn in.
Hand back thesis and source list.
Learning Objectives
HN English I
2) Find three additional articles that
you will incorporate into your paper.
By the next source check, you should
have seven total.Update your Works
Cited and add your updated thesis to
thesis document (Note: After “Thesis
10/17 Deadline” write “Thesis 10/23
Deadline.”) Staple both documents
together and bring to class.
Homework
-Demonstrate public speaking skills by
delivering narrative speech
1. Read Ch.4-5 of LOTF for
Monday.
Focus Question:
What do the focus on hunting
and the desire to kill a pig reveal
about the boys’ understanding of
life, violence, power and control?
-Record performances.
2. Type your Speech Reflection
for Monday. Follow
manuscript form.
Thursday 10/18/12
Class
HOMEROOM/
KNIGHT TIME
Learning Objectives
Homework
Dissect sentences and identify parts of speech
AP Language
and
Composition
Warm-Up: Switch papers. Peer review MLA
format following format. Turn in.
“A track record doesn't guarantee a
track star… past results don’t always
result in future success.”
-MLA and argumentative thesis quiz
next class (review my notes/peer edit
on wiki)
Assignment Tracker: “Shooting an Elephant” -Read “Living Under Circe’s Spell.”
Practice “Says/Does analysis.” (see
-Review “the real nature of imperialism”
wiki)
Orwell’s intentions, the elephant’s misery,
Orwell’s editorial comments
-B Day Review Says/Does Analysis
Learning Objectives
HN English I
Coming-Up: Next source check
10/23(A) and 10/24 (B). Find three
additional articles that you will
incorporate into your paper. By the
next source check, you should have
seven total.
Homework
Put your name on top of the rubric and turn
in. I will shuffle the rubrics and determine
the order.
3. Read Ch.4-5 of LOTF for
Monday.
4. Type your Speech Reflection
for Monday. Follow
manuscript form.
-Review audience participation
-Demonstrate public speaking skills by
delivering narrative speech
-Record performances.
Wednesday 10/17/12
Class
HOMEROOM/
KNIGHT TIME
Learning Objectives
Homework
PSAT : 7:20-10:30
1st Block: 10:50-11:17
1st Lunch 11:10-11:35
2nd Block: 11:40-12:30
3rd Block: 12:35-1:10
4th Block: 1:15-2:10
“A track record doesn't guarantee a
track star… past results don’t always
result in future success.”
AP Language
and
Composition
Warm-Up: Switch papers. Peer review MLA
format following format. Turn in.
-MLA and argumentative thesis quiz
next class (review my
notes/peerediton wiki)
Assignment Tracker: “Shooting an Elephant”
-Read “Living Under Circe’s Spell.”
-Review “the real nature of imperialism”
Practice “Says/Does analysis.” (see
Orwell’s intentions, the elephant’s misery,
wiki)
Orwell’s editorial comments
-B Day Review Says/Does Analysis
Coming-Up: Next source check
10/23(A) and 10/24 (B). Find three
additional articles that you will
incorporate into your paper. By the
next source check, you should have
seven total.
Learning Objectives
HN English I
-Review vocabulary from Lesson 7.
Complete exercises 7 & 8 (p.56-57).
-Review public speaking techniques
-Review Ch.3 from LOTF
Examine the argument between Jack and Ralph.
What might their fight be symbolic of?
Hint: Jack and Ralph each represent something quite
specific.
2. Check out Simon and his interactions with the
“littluns.” What do his actions tell you about his
character?
Hint: Simon, in some ways, is neither like Ralph nor
Jack.
Homework
5. PRACTICE YOUR SPEECH.
6. Bring a recording device
(cell phone or camera). If
you do not have access to
one of these at home, ask a
friend in class to borrow a
recording device. Figure this
out ahead of time vs. before
you
7. Read Ch.4-5 of LOTFfor
Monday.
Hand back LOTF quizzes
Tuesday 10/16/12
Class
HOMEROOM/
KNIGHT TIME
Learning Objectives
Homework
Review Prepositions
Adverbs and Adjectives
Hard to find subjects
AP Language
and
Composition
Warm-Up: How do you cite
sources?
-Go over an argumentative thesis
“A track record doesn't guarantee a
track star… past results don’t always
result in future success.”
1) Please type your thesis on a
separate sheet of paper.Typeaccording
to the model below.
Review Donald Murray’s “The
Stranger in this Photo is Me”
-Sherman Alexie’s “Indian
Education” exercise
-Hand back Diction Quizzes
Extra Point for Question #10. I
will accept “jargon” for “trading
paint”
Thesis 10/17 Deadline: [Insert
argumentative thesis here]
2) You will need to print and annotate
four articles (one article that supports
your position, one article that negates
your position, a primary source, and a
scholarly journal piece)
3) Create a “Works Cited” page
following notes and sample
(http://owl.english.purdue.edu/owl/re
source/747/12/). Note that entries are
alphabetical and not proceeded by
numbers. Pay attention to indentation
and spacing.
4) Read George Orwell’s “Shooting an
Elephant” (117-123) in Patterns.
Answer questions (Comprehension #3,
Purpose and Audience #1-3, Style and
Structure 3-4)
Class
Learning Objectives
Homework
HN English I
Demonstrate your understanding of LOTF by
taking a pop quiz. Grade in class.
1. Read Ch. 3. Answer the
following:
Discuss Ch.1-2.
Begin Ch.3
1. Examine the argument between Jack
and Ralph. What might their fight be
symbolic of?
Hint: Jack and Ralph each represent
something quite specific.
2. Check out Simon and his interactions
with the “littluns.” What do his actions tell
you about his character?
Hint: Simon, in some ways, is neither like
Ralph nor Jack.
2. Practice your speech.
Monday 10/15/12
Class
HOMEROOM/
KNIGHT TIME
Learning Objectives
Homework
Adverb or Adjective?
Identify prepositions
AP Language
and
Composition
Warm-Up: How do you cite
sources?
-Go over an argumentative thesis
“A track record doesn't guarantee a
track star… past results don’t always
result in future success.”
1) Please type your thesis on a
separate sheet of paper.Typeaccording
to the model below.
Review Donald Murray’s “The
Stranger in this Photo is Me”
-Sherman Alexie’s “Indian
Education” exercise
-Hand back Diction Quizzes
Extra Point for Question #10. I
will accept “jargon” for “trading
paint”
Thesis 10/17 Deadline: [Insert
argumentative thesis here]
2) You will need to print and annotate
four articles (one article that supports
your position, one article that negates
your position, a primary source, and a
scholarly journal piece)
3) Create a “Works Cited” page
following notes and sample
(http://owl.english.purdue.edu/owl/re
source/747/12/). Note that entries are
alphabetical and not proceeded by
numbers. Pay attention to indentation
and spacing.
4) Read George Orwell’s “Shooting an
Elephant” (117-123) in Patterns.
Answer questions (Comprehension #3,
Purpose and Audience #1-3, Style and
Structure 3-4)
Class
Learning Objectives
Homework
HN English I
Warm-Up: Practice delivering a speech to
two peers following rubric provided on
handout.
Finish reading Chapters 1-2. There
may or may not be a reading quiz
tomorrow 
-Subject/predicate review
- Introduce “Hard-to-Find Subjects”
-Identify subjects in orders, directions, and
inverted sentences
- Practice finding subjects in
orders/directions and inverted sentences
Understanding Power and Control and Their
Impact (play the “I’m Going to a Party and
Bringing_________________”)
Rules:
1) Leaders will run the game.
2) Classmates will offer items and
leaders will accept or decline based
on rules
3) Debrief about “the party”
Friday 10/12/12
Class
HOMEROOM/
KNIGHT TIME
Learning Objectives
Homework
Adverb or Adjective?
Identify prepositions
“A track record doesn't guarantee a
track star… past results don’t always
result in future success.”
AP Language
and
Composition
PEPS
Print and read Donald Murray’s
“The Stranger in this Photo is Me.”
Answer the questions that follow.
Demonstrate understanding of diction
by taking the diction test. Grade in
Upcoming Deadlines: Thesis and
class.
1st source check due 10/17 and
10/18.You will need to print and
Class
Review “Says/Does” Analysis
annotate four articles (one article that
supports your position, one article that
negates your position, a primary source,
and a scholarly journal piece). In addition,
you will need to complete a Works Cited
at this time. I will go over specifics next
week, but you should start looking for
articles. ProQuest is a great place to start.
Learning Objectives
Homework
HN English I
PEPS
-Check sentences for confusing shifts in
tense
-Complete sentences using the correct tense
-Supply appropriate verbs for each missing
verb in a paragraph
-Circle verbs that shift incorrectly
-Introduce the Narrative Speech
-Hand back narrative and POS quizzes
1) Prepare five note cards for your
speech. Practice. See directions on
handout.
We will practice delivering
speeches Monday.
2) Read Ch.1 of LOTFand answer
the reading questions forTuesday.
Do not use your Kindle or any sort of electronic
device. You will need the paper copy. Bring
book to class daily.
Note: Ch.1 is a long chapter. It is in
your best interest to start reading
the chapter this week. We will have
an additional reading assignment
Monday night.
Thursday 10/11/12
Class
HOMEROOM/
KNIGHT TIME
Learning Objectives
Homework
Create your own test. Design sentences that use
nouns, prepositions, adverbs, adjectives, verbs
(action, transitive, intransitive, linking, helping)
pronouns, articles, conjunctions. Then underline the
part of speech you wish to test and see if your
partner guesses correctly. NOTE: Do not write the
parts of speech in order.
“A track record doesn't guarantee a
track star… past results don’t always
result in future success.”
AP Language
and
Composition
Demonstrate understanding of diction Print and read Donald Murray’s
“The Stranger in this Photo is Me.”
by taking the diction test. Grade in
Answer the questions that follow.
class.
Review “Says/Does” Analysis
Upcoming Deadlines: Thesis and
1st source check due 10/17 and
10/18.You will need to print and
annotate four articles (one article that
supports your position, one article that
negates your position, a primary source,
and a scholarly journal piece). In addition,
you will need to complete a Works Cited
at this time. I will go over specifics next
week, but you should start looking for
articles. ProQuest is a great place to start.
Class
Learning Objectives
Homework
HN English I
Demonstrate understanding of nouns, Complete VCR Lesson 8. Read
prepositions, adverbs, adjectives,
p.50- 56 and complete
verbs (action, transitive, intransitive,
linking, helping) pronouns, articles,
conjunctions by taking the parts of
speech quiz.
exercises 8A, 8B and 8C.
Wednesday 10/10/12 (3o Min. Blocks)
Class
HOMEROOM/
KNIGHT TIME
Learning Objectives
Homework
PLAN TEST (7:25-10:55)
1St: 11:00-11:30
Lunch: 11:30-12:10
2nd: 12:15-1:00
3rd: 1:05-1:35
4th: 1:40-2:15
“A track record doesn't guarantee a
track star… past results don’t always
result in future success.”
AP Language
and
Composition
Warm-Up: “Meanwhile the United States
Army, thirsting for revenge, was prowling
the country north and west of the Black
Hills, killing Indians wherever they could be
found.”—Dee Brown, Bury my Heart at
Wounded Knee
1. What are the connotations of
thirsting? What feelings are evoked
by this diction?
2. What are the connotations of
prowling? What kinds of animals
prowl? What attitude toward the
U.S. army does this diction convey?
Study for the diction test
-Review notes on monosyllabic,
polysyllabic diction
- Understand the difference
between slang, jargon and
idiomatic diction
-Know the difference between
connotation and denotation
- Study the diction vocabulary
words!
-Additional words: euphonious and
cacophonous
-Review diction vocabulary and passages.
Turn in diction homework.
Diction Test 10/11
(A) 10/12 (B)
-Introduce a Says/Does Analysis
Class
Learning Objectives
Homework
HN English I
Warm-Up: Should Rainsford be
charged with first degree murder?
Support your position with details
Parts of Speech Quiz
Thursday 10/12
- Review nouns, prepositions,
from “The Most Dangerous Game.”
-Review Vocabulary. Start Ch.8?
adverbs, adjectives, verbs (action,
transitive, intransitive, linking,
helping) pronouns, articles,
conjunctions
-Identify parts of speech based on
description
-Identify an underlined word and
determine part of speech
-Know when to underline, put
quotes or leave the title alone
-Know your prepositions!
Tuesday 10/9/12
Class
HOMEROOM/
KNIGHT TIME
Learning Objectives
AP Language
and
Composition
Warm-Up: “Meanwhile the United States
Army, thirsting for revenge, was prowling
the country north and west of the Black
Hills, killing Indians wherever they could be
found.”—Dee Brown, Bury my Heart at
Wounded Knee
3. What are the connotations of
thirsting? What feelings are evoked
by this diction?
4. What are the connotations of
prowling? What kinds of animals
prowl? What attitude toward the
U.S. army does this diction convey?
Homework
Review Verbs (Intransitive/Transitive, linking,
helping)
Study for the diction test
-Review notes on monosyllabic,
polysyllabic diction
- Understand the difference
between slang, jargon and
idiomatic diction
-Know the difference between
connotation and denotation
- Study the diction vocabulary
words!
Diction Test 10/11 (A)
10/12 (B)
-Review diction vocabulary and passages.
Turn in diction homework.
-Introduce a Says/Does Analysis
Class
Learning Objectives
HN English I
Warm-Up: What is “game” as it
relates to hunting – give TWO
possible answers, and describe what
would make each the “most
dangerous.”
Homework
1. VCR p.45-50 and
complete exercises
7A-7C
2. Parts of Speech Quiz
Pop Assignment on Richard Connell’s
“The Most Dangerous Game.”
Thursday 10/12
Grade in class.
Discuss “The Most Dangerous Game”
“Ironically, Zaroff’s belief in his
invincibility as a hunter weakens him
and causes his defeat.” Support or
challenge this statement.
What is “the most dangerous game”?
Why does General Zaroff consider this
game to be so dangerous?
What statement is Connell making
about hunting?
Monday 10/8/12
Class
HOMEROOM/
KNIGHT TIME
Learning Objectives
AP Language
and
Composition
Assignment Tracker: “The
Rattler” Annotations
Homework
Focus Topics
Vocab Review
AP Pep Talk- Parent Assist,
grades, high expectations,
tutoring
Warm-Up: Determine positive
and negative connotations.
Change sentences to reflect the
correct word based on diction.
1) Review “The Rattler” and
“Snake”
1) Look up and learn diction
words
2) Find examples that
exemplify six of the diction
words (see handout for
more details)
**UPDATED LATE POLICY**
 No late work
 One day late = 50%
deduction of the assessed
value
 If the unit of study from
which the assignment was
given is assessed before the
assignment is submitted, a
grade of zero is given.
 If the assignment isn't
turned in, a grade of zero is
assigned.
2) Hand back summer reading
and Huck Finn defense
Coming Up: Diction Test
papers.
10/11 (A) 10/12 (B)
Class
Learning Objectives
Homework
HN English I
TURN IN PAPER STAPLED
(RUBRIC + FINAL + ROUGH DRAFT)
Read “The Most
Dangerous Game” p.60-80
in Holt McDougal
Literature. There may or
may not be a pop quiz
covering the material
tomorrow.
Warm-Up: Label the part of speech
underlined, determine if a verb is
acting as a linking or active verb,
identify helping verbs, and name
prepositions.
-Review elements of short fiction
(exposition, rising action, climax,
falling action, resolution)
Coming Up:
Parts of Speech Quiz
Thursday 10/12
-Review literary terms (suspense,
foreshadowing, conflict, point of view,
irony, symbol, tone)
-Discuss “A Sound of Thunder”/Pop
Assignment Quiz
-Hand back nonfiction and vocabulary
tests
Friday 10/5/12
Class
HOMEROOM/
KNIGHT TIME
Learning Objectives
AP Language
and
Composition
Assignment Tracker: “The
Rattler” Annotations
Homework
Self Portraits
Where are you going for Knight Time?
AP Pep Talk- Parent Assist,
grades, high expectations,
3) Look up and learn diction
words
4) Find examples that
exemplify six of the diction
words (see handout for
more details)
tutoring
Warm-Up: Determine positive
and negative connotations.
Change sentences to reflect the
correct word based on diction.
3) Review “The Rattler” and
“Snake”
**UPDATED LATE POLICY**
 No late work
 One day late = 50%
deduction of the assessed
value
 If the unit of study from
which the assignment was
given is assessed before the
assignment is submitted, a
grade of zero is given.
 If the assignment isn't
turned in, a grade of zero is
assigned.
4) Hand back summer reading
and Huck Finn defense
papers.
Class
Learning Objectives
Homework
HN English I
1. Demonstrate your understanding of 1. Revise narrative based on
VCR Lessons 1-6 by taking a test (60
feedback from peer review.
minutes).
STAPLE your paper in the
following order:
2. Grade tests in class.
TOP: Rubric (on wiki)
MIDDLE: Final Narrative
BOTTOM: Rough Draft
Note: You need to assign yourself a
score and provide an explanation
prior to handing in the paper.
2. Read “A Sound of
Thunder” by Ray Bradbury
p.38-52. Be prepared to
discuss.
Thursday 10/4/12
Class
HOMEROOM/
KNIGHT TIME
Learning Objectives
Self Portraits
Where are you going for Knight Time?
Homework
AP Language
and
Composition
Warm-Up:
1) Bernard Colossi writes that Calixta and
Alcée reach out impulsively "for what they
want, what they need, what for them is life
itself, their 'birthright'--not selfishly, not
unaware of the risks and costs, not with the
intention of hurting anybody, but with a lust
for life itself, with an ecstatic acceptance of
what the moment is offering them, with trust
and peace and hope." Do you agree? How do
you judge Calixta and Alcee?
2) What does Chopin’s writing reveal about
feminine sexuality and/or motherhood?
2) Why the title “The Storm”?
-Understand voice through reading
-Identify and appreciate the elements of voice
-Analyze quotes from critically acclaimed
literature
-Apply diction choices to our own writing
- Analyze an AP passage from 1999 and compare
and contrast the diction choices in each passage
-Finish analyzing AP passage
-Please print and annotate “The
Rattler” and “Snake” based on the
directions provided. Be prepared to
discuss. (See Wiki)
**UPDATED LATE
POLICY**
No late work
One day late = 50%
deduction of the
assessed value
If the unit of study
from which the
assignment was given
is assessed before the
assignment is
submitted, a grade of
zero is given.
If the assignment isn't
turned in, a grade of
zero is assigned.
Class
Learning Objectives
Homework
HN English I
Warm-Up: Dissect sentences.
1. Study for the Vocabulary
test. Know the words from
Lesson 1-6. You will be tested
on roots, analogies,
synonyms, antonyms, and
sentence completion. There
will only be a word bank for
Lessons 5-6. SPELLING
COUNTS FOR ALL WORDS with
or without a word bank.
-Introduce fiction notes
-Review vocabulary homework
-Hand back nonfiction tests
2. Revise narrative based on
feedback from peer review.
Final draft due Monday 10/8.
Tuesday 10/2/12
Class
Learning
Objectives
HOMEROOM/
KNIGHT TIME
Write a letter to yourself.
AP Language
and
Composition
-Turn in your
Graduation Project
Proposal.
Homework
Read “The Storm” by Kate Chopin. Be
prepared to discuss (p.183-187 in
Patterns)
Demonstrate
understanding of
summer reading by
taking the summer
reading assessment.
Class
HN English I
Learning
Objectives
Sign up for Knight
Time (outside door)
Warm-Up: Review
Parts of Speech and
introduce main verbs
and helping verbs.
-Identify what good
writers do in writing a
narrative. Read and
annotate “Go
Carolina”
-Review vocabulary
5A-5C
Homework
1. Type first draft of narrative.
2. Finish “Go Carolina” annotations
Monday 10/1/12
Class
Learning
Objectives
HOMEROOM/
KNIGHT TIME
Write a letter to yourself.
AP Language
and
Composition
-Turn in your
Graduation Project
Proposal.
Homework
Read “The Storm” by Kate Chopin. Be prepared to
discuss (p.183-187 in Patterns)
Demonstrate
understanding of
summer reading by
taking the summer
reading assessment.
Class
HN English I
Learning
Objectives
TURN IN SUMMER
READING
-Assignment Tracker:
“How to Eat A Guava.”
Go over
annotations/questions.
-To describe a
meaningful experience
-To utilize well-chosen
details to tell a story
-To organize writing
based on a wellstructured sequence
-To incorporate
meaningful dialogue
into the story
Homework
1. VCR p.32-37 (5A-5C)
2. Type first draft of narrative
(Due Wednesday)
Friday 9/28/12
Class
HOMEROOM/
KNIGHT TIME
Learning Objectives Homework
AP Language
and
Composition
-Graded Fishbowl Discussion
Creative Writing Friday: Write
about an embarrassing moment
from your past and how you
overcame your mortification. Be
prepared to share.
35 minutes: HF
35 minutes: The Awakening
Graduation Project Proposaldue 10/1 and 10/2.
This is the same day as Sukkot, so you might
want to get ahead of the game.
TURN IN QUESTIONS AND
DEFENSE
Summer Reading Assessment 10/1 and 10/2.
Make sure you are all caught up.
Class
Learning Objectives Homework
HN English I
Demonstrate your understanding
of nonfiction by taking the
nonfiction unit test.
Start working on pre-reading for
homework
1. Complete the pre-reading: Write a descriptive
passage about a food that represents your childhood.
SHOW vs. TELL. I should be able to imagine exactly what
you are remembering and tasting.
2. Print and read Esmeralda Santiago’s “How to
Eat a Guava.” Make sure to annotate according
to the directions.
3. Answer the questions following the story.
SUMMER READING DUE NEXT CLASS
Wednesday 9/26/12
Class
Learning
Objectives
Homework
HOMEROOM/
KNIGHT TIME
D.E.A.R
Hollywood
team player
gay
minority
feminist
conservative
extremist
family
AP Language
and
Composition
“The Difference Between
the Right Word and The
Almost Right Word is like
the difference between
Lightning and The
Lightning Bug.”—Mark
Assignments coming up:
 Huck Finn and The Awakening Fishbowl due
9/27 and 9/28- Prepare defense and
questions (see wiki for more details). Note:
Twain
-Analyze how skilled writers
make decisions about style
and purpose
-Classify diction choices
(popular/learned,
monosyllabic vs. polysyllabic,
common terms vs. slang)
-Define denotation vs.
connotation
-Practice utilizing words with
meaning in a PB&J example
-Hand back work, put in
portfolio. Give our progress
reports (identify strengths,


This is the day after Yom Kippur, so you might
want to get ahead of the game.
Graduation Project Proposaldue 10/1 and
10/2. This is the same day as Sukkot, so you
might want to get ahead of the game.
Summer Reading Assessment 10/1 and 10/2.
Make sure you are all caught up.
weaknesses, challenges, goals)
-Review homework.
Class
HN English I
Learning
Objectives
Demonstrate your
understanding of VCR
words #2 by taking a
quiz. Grade in class.
Homework
No homework 
Tuesday 9/25/12
Class
Learning
Objectives
HOMEROOM/
KNIGHT TIME
-Share Show vs. Tell Exercises
(Justin and Brittany)
-Vocab Review
AP Language
and
Composition
“The Difference Between
the Right Word and The
Almost Right Word is like
the difference between
Lightning and The
Lightning Bug.”—Mark
Twain
-Analyze how skilled writers
make decisions about style
and purpose
Homework
Assignments coming up:
 Huck Finn and The Awakening Fishbowl due
9/27 and 9/28- Prepare defense and
questions (see wiki for more details). Note:
This is the day after Yom Kippur, so you might
want to get ahead of the game.
 Graduation Project Proposaldue 10/1 and
-Classify diction choices
(popular/learned,
monosyllabic vs. polysyllabic,
common terms vs. slang)
-Define denotation vs.
connotation
-Practice utilizing words with
meaning in a PB&J example
-Hand back work, put in
portfolio. Give our progress
reports(identify strengths,

10/2. This is the same day as Sukkot, so you
might want to get ahead of the game.
Summer Reading Assessment 10/1 and 10/2.
Make sure you are all caught up.
weaknesses, challenges, goals)
-Review homework.
Class
Learning
Objectives
Homework
HN English I
Warm-Up: Should the driving
age be raised?
Study for vocabulary quiz Lessons 1-4. The quiz will
test the following:
Read two persuasive letters
and answer the following
questions:
1) Roots- If I give you a root, can you figure out an
unknown word based on the Greek or Latin root?
1) Which letter is most
effective?
2) What is the main idea of each
letter?
3) What types of bias are used in
each letter? Provide examples.
4) What types of appeals and/or
rhetorical strategies are used in
each letter?
5) What is the significance/
impact of the examples?
6) What makes each letter
effective/ineffective
Vocabulary workout- review
hmwk, roots, around-the-world
-progress reports
2) Analogies- Can you recognize the relationship
between roots and words or words and definitions
and find a pair that shares a similar connection?
3) Synonyms/Antonyms- Can you determine the
correct vocabulary word based on the provided
synonym or antonym?
4) Sentence Completion- Can you figure out which
vocabulary word fits into the appropriate blank
based on context clues?
5) Do you remember words from Lesson 1 and 2?
SPELLING COUNTS and you will not have a word bank
for old words
Monday 9/24/12
Class
Learning
Objectives
HOMEROOM/
KNIGHT TIME
Show vs. Tell: Convert the
following.
Justin likes Brittany. Justin
wants to ask Brittany to
Homecoming. He thinks of a
Homework
AP Language
and
Composition
creative way of asking her.
Brittany accepts and says,
“Yes.”
Meet in the Media Center
-Find an argumentative topic
that interests you
-Navigate “ProQuest” to
research your topic (User
ID=ardreykell Password=
knights)
-Write an essential question
and a working thesis
-Locate one article that
supports your position, one
article that negates your
position, and one primary
source
-Complete proposal (Due
10/1 “A Day” and 10/2 “B
Day”)
Assignments coming up:
 Huck Finn and The Awakening Fishbowl due
9/27 and 9/28- Prepare defense and
questions (see wiki for more details). Note:
This is the day after Yom Kippur, so you might
want to get ahead of the game.
 Graduation Project Proposaldue 10/1 and
10/2. This is the same day as Sukkot, so you
might want to get ahead of the game.
 Summer Reading Assessment 10/1 and 10/2.
Make sure you are all caught up.
Class
Learning
Objectives
Homework
HN English I
Warm-Up: Punctuating
Titles Review
Complete review exercises Lessons 3 and 4 on p.2931. Study vocabulary. Quiz on Wednesday.
Nonfiction Final Test Friday
-Practice taking a
sample multiple choice
test
-Learn to read with
purpose
-Practice test-taking
strategies
Go over vocabulary.
-Hand back projects/tests.
Review and reflection.
Friday 9/21/12
Class
Learning
Objectives
HOMEROOM/
Review prepositions from
Homework
KNIGHT TIME
AP Language
and
Composition
yesterday
Vocabulary around-the-world
Meet in the Media Center
-Find an argumentative topic
that interests you
-Navigate “ProQuest” to
research your topic (User
ID=ardreykell Password=
knights)
-Write an essential question
and a working thesis
-Locate one article that
supports your position, one
article that negates your
position, and one primary
source
-Complete proposal (Due
10/1 “A Day” and 10/2 “B
Day”)
Assignments coming up:
 Huck Finn and The Awakening Fishbowl due
9/27 and 9/28- Prepare defense and
questions (see wiki for more details). Note:
This is the day after Yom Kippur, so you might
want to get ahead of the game.
 Graduation Project Proposaldue 10/1 and
10/2. This is the same day as Sukkot, so you
might want to get ahead of the game.
 Summer Reading Assessment 10/1 and 10/2.
Make sure you are all caught up.
Class
Learning
Objectives
Homework
HN English I
Demonstrate your
understanding of
prepositions, adverbs,
subordinate conjunctions,
infinitives,
denotation/connotation,
sentence types, show vs.
tell sentences, appeals,
bias and vocabulary by
taking a test… woohoo!
Complete p.23-29 exercises 4A-4C
Grade test in class time
permitting.
Thursday 9/20/12
Class
Learning
Objectives
HOMEROOM/
Identify the underlined word
Homework
KNIGHT TIME
AP Language
and
Composition
Demonstrate your
understanding of E/P/L,
SOAPSTone, the rhetorical
triangle, and Visual Literacy
by taking Rhetoric Test #1
Meet in the Media Center next class. A few
things to think about pre-Media Center:
Class
Learning
Objectives
Homework
HN English I
Turn in your
advertisement and
explanation.
Study for Nonfiction Test #1:
-Review prepositions and prepositional phrases
- Know how to differentiate between a preposition,
adverb, subordinate conjunction and infinitive
- Differentiate between denotation and connotation
- Explain the difference between different sentence
types
-Convert a “tell” sentence into a “show” sentence
- Define appeals and recognize how they are used in
context
-Recognize examples of bias and explain how you
know
-Explain how two vocabulary words are related and
write a sentence (Vocab words can come from
Lessons 1-3)
Participate in the CMS
Formative I assessment
Share advertisements
-Your topic should be something that will hold your interest for
TWO years!
-It should be broad enough to allow access to enough
resources, but narrow enough to make the research scope
reasonable.
-You should not already be an expert in this topic!
-The topic choice is yours; however, it is advisable to be sure
your topic is appropriate for presentation to a Review Board
and the general public.
-Keep in mind that you will need to choose a topic that lends
itself to BOTH a paper and a product!
Wednesday 9/19/12
Class
Learning
Objectives
HOMEROOM/
KNIGHT TIME
AP Language and
Composition
D.E.A.R
Take a copy of Graduation
Project Packet
Hand back ethos, pathos,
logos projects.
Demonstrate your
understanding of E/P/L,
SOAPSTone, the rhetorical
triangle, and Visual Literacy
by taking Rhetoric Test #1
Homework
Meet in the Media Center next class. A few
things to think about pre-Media Center:
-Your topic should be something that will hold your interest for
TWO years!
-It should be broad enough to allow access to enough
resources, but narrow enough to make the research scope
reasonable.
– Too broad: Public schools need reform.
– Too narrow: Teachers should use subject-verb
agreement lessons based on argumentative
•
•
•
writing tasks rather than sentence
diagramming of subjects and verbs because
students fail to apply appropriate subjectverb agreement in their writing when taught
using lessons based on sentence
diagramming.
– Better: Those who create public school
grammar curricula should incorporate more
writing-based grammar lessons instead of
traditional grammar exercises, diagramming,
and memorization for better retention and
application of the material.
You should not already be an expert in this topic!
The topic choice is yours; however, it is advisable to be
sure your topic is appropriate for presentation to a
Review Board and the general public.
Keep in mind that you will need to choose a topic that
lends itself to BOTH a paper and a product!
Class
Learning
Objectives
Homework
HN English I
Warm-Up:Ethos, Pathos,
-Design Advertisement
Logos Dollar Activity
-Practice utilizing ethos,
pathos and logos in our
own arguments
-Review how authors utilize
ethos, pathos and logos in
order to persuade their
audience
-Examine ethos, pathos
and logos in a visual image
-Examine ethos, pathos
and logos in Ann Romney’s
speech
-Go over vocabulary
-Meet with partner and
discuss advertisements
-Type explanation
-Use the grading rubric provided to
check your work
Tuesday 9/18/12
Class
Learning
Objectives
HOMEROOM/
KNIGHT TIME
AP Language and
Composition
Preposition Review
Take a copy of Graduation
Project Packet
Hand back ethos, pathos,
logos projects.
Homework
Study for the Rhetoric, Visual Literary, and Appeals Test
-Students should know not only what the appeals mean,
but how to recognize them when used in context
- Students should be aware of how the rhetorical triangle
functions
Warm-Up: Without looking
at your notes, draw the
rhetorical triangle. What
must skilled writers
consider when they are
developing an essay,
speech, letter, etc?
- Students should be prepared to analyze a political
cartoon
-Read Bush’s 9/11 Speech
and identify Ethos, Pathos
and Logos
- Review Visual Literacy
and interpret three political
cartoons
Exit Slip: Your task is to ask
[person of your choosing]
to Homecoming. [person of
your choosing] might be a
fictional character, movie
star, or an actual boy or girl
from AK. Your task is to use
Ethos, Pathos, and Logos to
convince that person to go
to Homecoming with you.
All responses must be
school appropriate.
Class
Learning
Objectives
HN English I
Assignment Tracker: Bias
Homework
Warm-Up: Review bias and
identify bias in sample
passages.
Homework
1) Work on advertisement due Thursday
9/20 (see handout)
2) Complete VCR Lesson #3 Exercises 3A,
3B, 3C (p. 17-23)
-Identify what an
argument looks like
-Recognize purpose in
everyday arguments
-Understand the way in
which
writers/cartoonists/adve
rtisers use appeals to
sway audience
-Understand the
arguments of others and
make informed decisions
Monday 9/17/12
Class
Learning
Objectives
HOMEROOM/
KNIGHT TIME
AP Language
and
Composition
Preposition Review
Take a copy of Graduation
Project Packet
Review campaign commercial
analyses/chart. Turn in.
Warm-Up: Without looking at
your notes, draw the rhetorical
triangle. What must skilled
writers consider when they are
developing an essay, speech,
letter, etc?
Homework
Study for the Rhetoric, Visual Literary, and Appeals Test
-Students should know not only what the appeals mean, but
how to recognize them when used in context
- Students should be aware of how the rhetorical triangle
functions
- Students should be prepared to analyze a political cartoon
-Read Bush’s 9/11 Speech and
identify Ethos, Pathos and
Logos
- Review Visual Literacy and
interpret three political
cartoons
Exit Slip: Your task is to ask
[person of your choosing] to
Homecoming. [person of your
choosing] might be a fictional
character, movie star, or an
actual boy or girl from AK. Your
task is to use Ethos, Pathos,
and Logos to convince that
person to go to Homecoming
with you. All responses must
be school appropriate.
Class
Learning
Objectives
Homework
HN English I
Warm-Up: Review punctuating
titles
Search the news tonight. Find examples of
three of the five different types of bias and
PRINT. Make sure you explain how each piece
of evidence represents one of the types of bias.
Your response should be typed.
-Introduce bias and the
media
- Annotate articles for 5Ws
- Listen to Walter Cronkite’s
“We Are Mired [caught up] in
Stalemate [no winners]"
Broadcast, FEBRUARY 27, 1968
and identify how he reports
the news
- Look at the type of bias and
examples below and determine
the definition for each type of
bias.
Friday 9/14/12
Class
Learning
Objectives
HOMEROOM/
KNIGHT TIME
Share life maps/finish, hang on
wall. Letter to self.
-Where are you going for
Knight Time
Take a copy of Graduation
Project Packet
AP Language
and
Composition
Warm-Up: How do candidates
try to win? What strategies do
they use? How do they sway
voters? Who do you think
should win and why?
Quick Review: Ethos, Pathos,
Logos
-Engage students in the 2012
election
-Think critically and recognize
how good speakers craft
speeches to “win” an
argument
-Recognize how the appeals
function in context and
thoughtfully vote
Homework
1) Find two political advertisements (one that supports
Obama, one that supports Romney)
2) Use the provided chart to take notes while viewing the
advertisement.
3) Based on what you see, determine which campaign
commercial is the most effective and write a ½ -1 page
analysis. Typed. Include a link to ads.
HELPFUL SITES:
Television and Internet Campaign Links
Official Barack Obama YouTube Channel: home for
Obama campaign commercials, speeches, and
campaign videos
Official Mitt Romney YouTube Channel: home for
Romney campaign commercials, speeches, and
campaign videos
Official Mitt Romney Website
Official Barack Obama Website
Class
Learning
Objectives
Homework
HN English I
Take out a separate sheet of
paper and number it 1-25.
Skip lines. In the top left put
the following:
Your name
HN English I-4th Block
9/14/12
Lesson 1&2 Vocab Quiz
1. Print and complete “Punctuating Titles STUDENT”
(available on wiki)
Demonstrate your
2. Print/cut out three articles that represent something
happening globally, nationally, and locally. You can use
cnn.com, http://www.nytimes.com/ or any other valid
source
understanding of classical
roots, definitions, antonyms
and synonyms by taking the
Lesson 1 and 2 vocabulary
quiz.
Grade quizzes in class.
-Discuss properly
punctuating titles. Take
notes.
Thursday 9/13
Class
Learning
Objectives
HOMEROOM/
KNIGHT TIME
Share life maps/finish, hang on
wall
-Where are you going for
Knight Time
Warm-Up: How do candidates
try to win? What strategies do
they use? How do they sway
voters? Who do you think
should win and why?
AP Language
and
Composition
Quick Review: Ethos, Pathos,
Logos
-Engage students in the 2012
election
-Think critically and recognize
how good speakers craft
speeches to “win” an
argument
-Recognize how the appeals
function in context and
thoughtfully vote
Homework
1) Find two political advertisements (one that supports
Obama, one that supports Romney)
2) Use the provided chart to take notes while viewing the
advertisement.
3) Based on what you see, determine which campaign
commercial is the most effective and write a ½ -1 page
analysis. Typed. Include a link to ads.
HELPFUL SITES:
Television and Internet Campaign Links
Official Barack Obama YouTube Channel: home for
Obama campaign commercials, speeches, and
campaign videos
Official Mitt Romney YouTube Channel: home for
Romney campaign commercials, speeches, and
campaign videos
Official Mitt Romney Website
Official Barack Obama Website
Class
Learning
Objectives
Homework
HN English I
Warm-Up: Review types of
STUDY FOR THE QUIZ!!
sentences and practice
recognizing different types.
-Analyze how sentence
types are used with purpose
-Analyze the way in which
authors use repetition to
create meaning
- Know what the roots mean
- Know the definitions of each word. I will give you
synonyms and antonyms, and you will have to tell me
the vocabulary word that directly relates
- Know how to use the vocabulary words in a sentence
Make revisions on snake passage. Staple revised copy
on top of the marked up copy. Turn in tomorrow.
-Peer Edit snake passages
and turn in.
Review vocabulary
homework. Vocabulary
around-the-world. How well
can you spell?
Wednesday 9/12
Class
HOMEROOM/
KNIGHT TIME
AP Language
and
Composition
Learning
Objectives
Homework


D.E.A.R
Tell me where you are
going for Knight Time
Warm-Up: Look at the two
political cartoons represented
below.What are your initial
impressions of the image?
Write a brief description of
each image and decide its
purpose.
Analyze the provided political cartoon based on
the “tips” presented in class.
-Introduce tips for analyzing a
visual image and practice
analyzing two political
cartoons. Focus on
representation, distortion,
perspective and symbol.
-Share E,P,L projects and turn
in.
Class
Learning
Objectives
Homework
HN English I
Warm-Up: Continue
practicing how detail
PLEASE BRING COMPUTER PAPER
contributes to the overall
meaning of the passage
-Review “Island Morning”
and questions
-Conduct a vocabulary root
1) How well do you know
the Latin roots? Identify
synonyms and antonyms.
-Around-the-world
vocabulary
1. Finish the vocabulary exercises 1-2 on p.14-16
2. Study for vocabulary quiz. You should know the
roots, the words, and synonyms/antonyms. Further,
you should be able to put each word in a sentence.
3. Type a paragraph in which you take the
point-of-view of the snake from either “The
Rattler” or “The Snake.” In your description,
make sure that you make apparent what the
snake thinks of the narrator. Your paragraph
can be either serious or humorous, but you
must SHOW vs. TELL. Choose your diction with
meaning. Get rid of passive verbs like “is” or
“was.”
Tuesday 9/11
Class
Learning
Objectives
Homework
HOMEROOM/
KNIGHT TIME
AP Language
and
Composition
Draw life map. Ask your
teachers about Knight Time.
Sign up for Knight Time!
Class
Learning
Objectives
HN English I
SIGN UP FOR KNIGHT TIME
Turn in E,P,L projects
Welcome King’s College!
Warm-Up: Show vs. Tell and
Detail Workshop
Hand back quizzes (and put
Homework
1. In your Holt and McDougal Literature textbook,
please read p.560-566 “Island Morning” by
Jamaica Kincaid
2. Answer questions A-G (questions in the margins
in folder)
of text)
AND
-Observe how detail (facts,
observations and incidents) is
used to develop a topic,
shaping and seasoning voice
-Identify the diction choices
that contribute to the reader’s
overall perception of the piece
3. Answer questions 5-7 on p.566
Make sure to write in complete sentences, and write
answers on a separate sheet of paper. BRING BOOK TO
CLASS!
-Apply imagery (verbal
representation of sense
experience) that gives a voice
distinctive quality in your own
writing
-Read D.H. Lawrence’s “The
Snake” and annotate for
diction, syntax and detail
-Compare/Contrast to “The
Rattler”
-Review vocabulary homework
Monday 9/10
Class
Learning
Objectives
Homework
HOMEROOM/
KNIGHT TIME
AP Language
and
Composition
Draw life map. Ask your
teachers about Knight Time.
Sign up for Knight Time!
Class
Learning
Objectives
Homework
HN English I
SIGN UP FOR KNIGHT TIME
1. Read “Lesson 2” p.9-14
Turn in E,P,L projects
Welcome King’s College!
Warm-Up:Diction exercise
2. Complete Exercises 2A, 2B, and 2C
-Articulate the difference
between denotation and
connotation
-Improve understanding of
diction
-Practice utilizing diction with
purpose
-Analyze how diction affects
our perception of events in
“The Rattler”
-Go over vocabulary
homework
Hand back quizzes (if time)
Friday 9/7/2012
Class
Learning
Objectives
Homework
HOMEROOM/
KNIGHT TIME
AP Language
and
Composition
List 15-20 Significant Events
Begin life map
“An apple a day keeps the doctor away”
-Turn in “Receipt of
Information.”
Warm-Up: Look at the two
political cartoons represented
below.What are your initial
impressions of the image?
Write a brief description of
each image and decide its
purpose.
Analyze the provided political cartoon based on the “tips”
presented in class.
-Introduce tips for analyzing a
visual image and practice
analyzing two political
cartoons. Focus on
representation, distortion,
perspective and symbol.
-Share E,P,L projects and turn
in.
Class
Learning
Objectives
Homework
HN English I
Please get out a piece of
notebook paper and label
your paper 1-26. Skip lines
between each number.
Please read p.1- 9 in Vocabulary from Classical Roots C
And complete exercises 1A, 1B and 1C for Monday.
PLEASE PURCHASE THE FOLLOWING BOOKS:
Demonstrate your
understanding of
prepositional and infinitive
phrases, subordinate and
adverb clauses by taking a
quiz.
Vocabulary from Classical Roots C
Lord of the Flies by William Golding
Romeo and Juliet by William Shakespeare
Swap papers and score
papers. Turn in.
Review sentence combining.
Thursday 9/6/2012
Class
Learning
Objectives
Homework
HOMEROOM/
KNIGHT TIME
AP Language
and
Composition
Human Knot and goal setting
“An apple a day keeps the doctor away”
Warm-Up: EPL and a $1
Create E, P, L project and write a ½ -1 page response. See
wiki for more details.
1) Introduce the Graduation
Project, letter and timeline
2) Identify a “social problem”,
begin exploring two sides of an
issue
Please sign and date, and have your parent sign and date
the Graduation Project Receipt of Information.
For a quick review on Ethos, Pathos and Logos check out
p.3-6 in The Language of Composition
3)Introduce the E,P,L project
and rubric.
4) Review SOAPSTone from
homework
5) Hand back “Theme for
English B” poems and stick
them in manila folders.
Class
Learning
Objectives
Homework
HN English I
Warm-Up: Find the
subordinate clause and
complete the preposition
review
Study for Prep Quiz FRIDAY
-Compare and Contrast
Langston Hughes’ dreams to
MLK’s
-Introduce
allusion,anaphora and
parallelism. Discuss why
these rhetorical decisions
help MLK achieve his
purpose.
-Review Draft Reading
homework
What to study:
-Be familiar with the preposition list. If I give you a list
of prepositions, you should be able to identify the word
that is NOT a preposition.
- Be able to define an infinitive phrase, subordinate
clause, prepositional phrase and an adverb clause.
- Determine if a word(s) is/are acting as a prepositional
phrase, adverb, subordinate clause, or infinitive
phrase. Be prepared to EXPLAIN how you know.
- Be prepared to use a preposition as both a
preposition and an adverb.
PLEASE PURCHASE THE FOLLOWING BOOKS:
Vocabulary from Classical Roots C
Lord of the Flies by William Golding
Romeo and Juliet by William Shakespeare
Wednesday 9/5/12
Class
Learning Objectives
HOMEROOM/ D.E.A.R (DROP EVERYTHING AND READ)
KNIGHT TIME
Homework
“An apple a day keeps the doctor
away”
AP Language
and
Composition
CHANGE SEATS
Warm-Up: EPL and a $1
Create E, P, L project and write a ½ -1
page response. See wiki for more
details.
1) Introduce the Graduation Project, letter and
timeline
2) Identify a “social problem”, begin exploring two
sides of an issue
3)Introduce the E,P,L project and rubric.
4) Review SOAPSTone from homework
Please sign and date, and have your
parent sign and date the Graduation
Project Receipt of Information.
For a quick review on Ethos, Pathos
and Logos check out p.3-6 in The
Language of Composition
5) Hand back “Theme for English B” poems and stick
them in manila folders.
Class
HN English I
Learning Objectives
Homework
Turn in SOAPSTone homework. Make sure your
name is on both the SOAPSTone and your article.
Finish “draft reading” on MLK’s
speech and answer all questions
on a separate sheet of notebook
paper (Draft Reading Instructions
are available on wiki).
Warm-Up: Find the infinitive phrase vs. the
prepositional phrase.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1UV1fs8lAbg Study for Prep Quiz FRIDAY
- Familiarize students with the power of MLK’s
rhetoric
-Practice “draft reading” and actively annotate the
text
-Identify and analyze the main idea, organizational
structure, syntax and tone in order to help students
become critical and thoughtful readers
Tuesday 9/3/12
Class
Learning
Objectives
Homework
PLEASE PURCHASE THE
FOLLOWING BOOKS:
Vocabulary from Classical Roots C
Lord of the Flies by William
Golding
Romeo and Juliet by William
Shakespeare
HOMEROOM/
KNIGHT TIME
AP Language
and
Composition
Oldest to youngest without
talking and Human Knot
“An apple a day keeps the doctor away”
CHANGE SEATS
Handout Assignment Tracker.
Grade Editorial SOAPSTone.
Warm-Up: Examine the flag
depicted on your handout.
Study the picture carefully
and write for 2-3 minutes
about the emotions that the
image arouses in you.
-Analyze the way in which
rhetors persuade using
pathos, ethos, logos
-Examine appeals in the
media and the way in which
they affect audience
-Identify examples of pathos,
ethos, and logos and explain
how the appeals affect the
reader
Please read JFK’s “Ich bin ein Berliner ("I am a 'Berliner'”)
speech. Conduct a SOAPSTone analysis (chart form, typed). In
addition, identify one example of ethos, pathos and logos
(use direct quotations) and explain the effect of each of
these appeals on the audience. Click on link below to see
speech.
http://www.americanrhetoric.com/speeches/jfkberliner.html
Hand back “Theme for English
B” and folders
Exit Slip: Utilizing ethos,
pathos, and logos, convince
Mr. Switzer that the yoga pant
rule is either a great rule and
should be enforced or is a
terrible rule and should be
rebuked. Your audience is Mr.
Switzer.
Class
Learning
Objectives
Homework
HN English I
CHANGE SEATS
Warm-Up: Review the
preposition workout.
-Introduce nonfiction unit
-Identify how to read nonfiction
-Learn how to use a
SOAPSTone to analyze
nonfiction
-Review common mistakes
in writing. Hand back
papers and file.
-Continue discussion of
“Thank You Ma’m”
Find an editorial from the newspaper (print it out or cut
the article from the newspaper) and conduct a
SOAPSTone analysis. What purpose is the writer trying
to achieve? To whom is the writer directing his/her
argument? NOT GIVE ME SURFACE-LEVEL RESPONSES.
Be prepared to share in class.
PLEASE PURCHASE THE FOLLOWING BOOKS:
Vocabulary from Classical Roots C
Lord of the Flies by William Golding
Romeo and Juliet by William Shakespeare
Friday 8/31
Class
Learning
Objectives
Homework
Homeroom
1. Getting to know you quiz
2. Zip/Zap (stand in circle)
 Volunteer points to
someone in the circle and
says “Zip, 1,
2,3…10.”Before the
volunteer reaches 10, the
player pointed at must
name the person to the
right.

If the person saws “zap”,
the player pointed at
must name the person to
his left.
 If you fail, stand in the
middle. You only can get
out, until someone else
goes in the middle.
Enjoy your long weekend!
AP Language
and
Composition
Handout Assignment Tracker.
Grade Editorial SOAPSTone.
Please read JFK’s “Ich bin ein Berliner ("I am a 'Berliner'”)
speech. Conduct a SOAPSTone analysis (chart form, typed). In
addition, identify one example of ethos, pathos and logos
(use direct quotations) and explain the effect of each of
these appeals on the audience. Click on link below to see
speech.
Warm-Up: Examine the flag
depicted on your handout.
Study the picture carefully and
write for 2-3 minutes about the
emotions that the image
arouses in you.
-Analyze the way in which
rhetors persuade using pathos,
ethos, logos
-Examine appeals in the media
and the way in which they
affect audience
-Identify examples of pathos,
ethos, and logos and explain
how the appeals affect the
reader
http://www.americanrhetoric.com/speeches/jfkberliner.html
Exit Slip: Utilizing ethos,
pathos, and logos, convince Mr.
Switzer that the yoga pant rule
is either a great rule and should
be enforced or is a terrible rule
and should be rebuked. Your
audience is Mr. Switzer.
Class
Learning
Objectives
Homework
HN English I
Go over assignment tracker.
Fill in Langston Hughes
1) Complete the preposition workout (see
annotations and questions.
Warm-Up: Test yourself.
Copy the list of words into
your notebook. Only
highlight prepositions.
-Define prepositional phrase
and object of the preposition
- Understand how an adverb,
adverb clause, infinitive
clause and subordinate
clause differ from a
preposition
-Practice differentiating
adverb clauses and
prepositional phrases
- Review annotations and
“Thank you, Ma’m”
questions
website).
2) Study prepositions as we will have our first
quiz next week 
Thursday 8/30
Class
Homeroom
AP Language
and
Composition
Learning Objectives Homework
Toilet paper game
1) Sit in a circle facing
inwards.
2) Take as much toilet paper
“as you need”
3) Count the number of
squares you have.
Warm-Up: Share poems in small Find an editorial from the newspaper (print
groups. Turn in.
it out or cut the article from the newspaper)
-Assign Books
and conduct a SOAPSTone analysis. What
-Understand definitions of
purpose is the writer trying to achieve? To
rhetoric
whom is the writer directing his/her
-Understand the implications of
argument? NOT GIVE ME SURFACE-LEVEL
rhetoric on writing, reading and
speaking
RESPONSES.
-Define the Aristotelian Triangle
(Rhetorical Triangle)
-Discuss the traditional canons of
rhetoric (invention,
arrangement, style, memory,
delivery)
-Practice SOAPSTone on excerpt
from The Iliad
Class
HN English I
Learning Objectives
Homework
Warm-Up: New student
directions and frequently used
prepositions. Practice
recognizing prepositional
phrases.
-Assign textbooks. Take home or
leave in locker.
-Review the KIC chart from “The
Model”
Read “Thank You, M’am” by Langston Hughes,
annotate the text based on annotation notes, and
answer the reading questions (see website). Make
sure to print both the stories and the questions.
Wednesday 8/29
Class
Homeroom
Learning Objectives
Drop
Everything
And
Read
Homework
Make sure to eat breakfast every morning.
AP Language
and
Composition
Warm-Up: Share poems in small
groups. Turn in.
-Assign Books
-Understand definitions of
rhetoric
-Understand the implications of
rhetoric on writing, reading and
speaking
-Define the Aristotelian Triangle
(Rhetorical Triangle)
-Discuss the traditional canons of
rhetoric (invention,
arrangement, style, memory,
delivery)
-Practice SOAPSTone on excerpt
from The Iliad
Find an editorial from the newspaper (print
it out or cut the article from the newspaper)
and conduct a SOAPSTone analysis. What
purpose is the writer trying to achieve? To
whom is the writer directing his/her
argument? NOT GIVE ME SURFACE-LEVEL
RESPONSES.
Class
HN English I
Learning Objectives
Homework
Warm-Up: Identify the correct
Create a KIC chart for “The Model”
definition for each grammar
K= What do you know, concrete facts
term.
I= Implications (conclusions, inferences,
-Introduce the core grammatical
what I can gather by reading between the
concepts we will learn
lines)
throughout the semester
-Recognize the definition of each C= Critical Ideas (underlying themes,
grammatical term
generalizations, perspective of the author)
-Identify the bolded terms in
specific examples
- Discuss “The Model”
Tuesday 8/28
Class
Homeroom
Learning Objectives
9th Grade Assembly
Homework
Relax.
AP Language
and
Composition
-Become acquainted with
our learning community
- Provide information on
note card (see below)
- Introduce promethean
agenda, website/ syllabus
-Read “Theme for English B”
and discuss, introduce
“draft reading”
First Draft: Key words or
phrases- gist of text
Second Draft: Important
details- how do parts fit
together?
Third Draft: What of it?
-Share Samples
Learning Objectives
- Share TTTC responses.
Hand in.
-Introduce “draft reading”
and annotation notes
-Practice “draft reading”
and annotation on “The
Schoolmaster”
-Introduce KIC Chart
K= What do you know,
concrete facts
I= Implications (conclusions,
inferences, what I can
gather by reading between
the lines)
1) Type “Theme from English B” poem.
Please follow manuscript format and add
your original title.
Class
HN English I
2) Read and print my syllabus from the
website.
3) Parent Email (see last page of syllabus for
directions)
Homework
1) Read and print “The Model” by Guy de
Monpessant.
2) Practice “draft reading” and answer the
questions provided (see website)
C= Critical Ideas (underlying
themes, generalizations,
perspective of the author)
Please provide the following information on the note card provided:
Last name, First name
Parent(s) and/or Guardians names
Parent(s) and/or Guardians emails
1)
2)
3)
4)
5)
What Mrs. Stern can expect from me in this class
What I expect from Mrs. Stern
Activities/Interests/Hobbies
Best teacher and why
Your biggest pet peeves (Ex: I cannot handle playing 52 card pick up particularly in a moving
vehicle- airplane, train, or automobile. I despise people who insist on singing loudly even though they
have the worst voice. I don’t deal with whistling, particularly in the mornings when I am working. )
6) Anything else I should know about you
Monday 8/27 WELCOME!
Class
Homeroom
AP Language and
Composition
Learning Objectives
Welcome to your first day of
high school!
-Introductions
- Starbursts Getting to Know
You
-Name Game
-Become acquainted with our
learning community
- Provide information on note
card (see below)
- Introduce promethean
agenda, website/ syllabus
-Read “Theme for English B”
and discuss, introduce “draft
reading”
First Draft: Key words or
phrases- gist of text
Second Draft: Important
details- how do parts fit
together?
Homework
Relax.
1) Type “Theme from English
B” poem. Please follow
manuscript format and add
your original title.
2) Read and print my syllabus
from the website.
3) Parent Email (see last page
of syllabus for directions)
HN English I
Third Draft: What of it?
-Share Samples
-Introduce the members of
our learning community
-Provide information on a
note card
-Introduce website/syllabus
- What do you carry exercise
1) Type “The Things I Carry”
response. Please follow
proper manuscript format.
2) Read and print my syllabus
from the website.
3) Parent Email (see last page
of syllabus for directions).
Please provide the following information on the note card provided:
Last name, First name
Parent(s) and/or Guardians names
Parent(s) and/or Guardians emails
7) What Mrs. Stern can expect from me in this class
8) What I expect from Mrs. Stern
9) Activities/Interests/Hobbies
10)
Best teacher and why
11) Your biggest pet peeves (Ex: I cannot handle playing 52 card pick up particularly in a moving
vehicle- airplane, train, or automobile. I despise people who insist on singing loudly even though they
have the worst voice. I don’t deal with whistling, particularly in the mornings when I am working. )
12)
Anything else I should know about you