Homework Assignments (as of Aug. 29 [A] and Aug. 30 [B])

DAILY ASSIGNMENTS

1. Study SAT Vocabulary Terms (List 1). You should review the following:

a. word definitions
b. part(s) of speech (nouns, verbs, adjectives, adverbs)
c. related forms (family words)
d. synonyms and antonyms
e. notes on how to distinguish the varied parts of speech. In addition, students should prepare to work on additional in-class vocabulary assignments by reviewing words nightly. For test/quiz dates see calendar in class or upcoming dates post. To prepare for the in-class study and tests/quizzes, students are encouraged to create 3x5 study cards. STANDARD [EV1]

2. Students should conduct a nightly/daily review of the literary elements for prose fiction. Students will be expected to adequate mastery and knowledge of ALL terms. They should employ the same study method that is suggested for the SAT terms. STANDARD [ER2]

3. Bring Materials/Supplies to class; this includes textbooks, paper, pens, notebooks, etc. (NO EXCEPTIONS)

4. You should conduct a nightly/daily review of the course orientation notes. You will be expected to have adequate mastery and knowledge of all course policies and procedures.

5. You should conduct a nightly/daily review of the course standards. You will be expected to have adequate mastery and knowledge of all course standards.

TONIGHT'S ASSIGNMENTS

1. Complete the follwing reading and annotation assignment:

Literary Paedeia Discussion Seminar Questions: The Most Dangerous Game (see post). The responses to these questions will be used during our GRADED Paedeia Discussion Seminar for The Most Dangerous Game

Please read the handout sheet carefully, answer the questions in complete statements and please don't forget to type your responses.

The seminar will be a student led/teacher directed discussion of the short story. You will be graded/evaluated/observed based on the following rubric:

1. Participation [PT]: this score will be based on not how frequently you participate, but the quality of your participation. That means, if you simply raise your hand and ask an irrelevant question you will not acquire any credit. Your questions/comments must be of both substance and value. IF YOU SAY NOTHING or DO NOTHING (i.e. daydream, fail to take notes, exhibit off task behavior, etc.) DURING THE DISCUSSION YOU WILL SCORE AN F (no exceptions). Value: 25 points

2. Preparedness [PR]: this score will be based on how prepare you are for the discussion. I will be looking for assigned materials (rubrics, annotations, study aids/notes, paper, textbook, pencils, etc.) In order to be an active participant in the discussion, you MUST have the materials to achieve that goal. This section also includes whether or not you have the content knowledge to participate/contribute to the discussion. Value: 25 points

DUE DATE: 8/31 [A], 9/1 [B]

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2. Review your Curriculum Syllabus, Standards, and Course Orientation Notes

NOTE: There will be a POP QUIZ! on the rules and policies. You will be expected to adhere to and know the policies of the class.