Homework Assignments (as of Sept. 5 [A] and Sept. 6 [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 Paedeia Discussion Seminar Questions for A Sound of Thunder (see post). STANDARD [ER2, 3]

Note: These questions should be typed and completed in preparation for the discussion seminar scheduled for 9/11 [A] and 9/12 [B].

DUE DATE: 9/7 [A] and 9/8 [B]

2. Review Annotations/Outline for A Sound of Thunder.

NOTE: Review notes in preparation for the discussion seminar and quiz.