HOMEWORK ASSIGNMENTS (AS OF 3/30/07 [A], 4/2/07 [B])

DAILY ASSIGNMENTS

*NOTE: These are assignments that you should be doning whether we have homework or not. There is a level of expectation that requires you as the student to claim some responsibility for your academic career.

1. Study SAT Vocabulary Terms (LISTS 5, 6, and 7). 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 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 elements of POETRY (and 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. Students should conduct a nightly/daily review of the elements of grammar. Students will be expected to adequate mastery and knowledge of all elements.

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

5. 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.

6. 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

*NOTE: The following assignments should be completed prior to the next class meeting or by the posted due date. Please read all standards and directions when completing.

I. Get into work mode...the beginning of the end (i.e. the 4th Quarter) is HERE!!!

II. Complete the Response to Literature for "Ego Tripping" by Nikki Giovanni. Please read the rubric and guide sheet before you complete this assignment. On the assigned due date, you MUST submit a written draft and a typed draft along with the half-sheet guide. DUE 4/3 [A], 4/4 [B]

III. Make last minute additions or changes to your Self-study Poetry Chart. Your charts should be detailed and specific. Attach the 5 philosophical questions to the back BEFORE you arrive to class. DUE 4/3 [A], 4/4 [B]

*NOTE: By now most of you should know the level of acceptability that is required for my course...there is the expectation that that level is reached and all standards are met.