HOMEWORK (1/27 [A], 1/28 [B])

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. Organize your notebook. SEE NOTEBOOK STRUCTURE CHART (on blog). AS INDICATED IN CLASS THIS SHOULD BE PRIORITY #1!

II. Study and review the notes from the Unit Lessons on Prose Literature, Literary Analysis Writing, and Grammar. Prepare for additional writing assignments, analysis assignments, and informal assessments.

III. Obtain (purchase or borrow) a copy of Fahrenheit 451 (Bradbury); bring copy of the book to class each day. You may read it as a follow-up assignment during class.

Begin reading the novel...the ENTIRE book (Parts 1, 2, and 3) MUST be finished by NOW!

IV. Upload the SAT List 5 Extended Definition Assignment to www.turnitin.com. DUE 1/27 [A], 1/28 [B] @ 11:59 PM

V. Prepare for District Level Assessment next class meeting.

VI. Complete the Analysis Outline for Fahrenheit 451 (Part I); please read through the directions and write detailed, supported responses (add paper if necessary). Use your in-text annotation notes (the ones you wrote as you read the text) while you complete this assignment.

REMEMBER...the outline is for PART I ONLY!

DUE 1/31 [A], 2/1 [B]

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DAILY ASSIGNMENTS

*NOTE: These are assignments that you should be doing 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.

I. Study/Review SAT Vocabulary Terms (LIST 5) You should review the following items:

-word definitions
-part(s) of speech (nouns, verbs, adjectives, adverbs)
-related forms (family words)
-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 or Extended Definition assignment.

II. Students should conduct a nightly/daily review of the literary terms. Students will be expected to show adequate mastery and knowledge of ALL terms. They should employ the same study method that is suggested for the SAT terms.

III. Students should conduct a nightly/daily review of the rules of grammar. Students will be expected to show adequate mastery and knowledge of all rules.

IV. Bring materials/supplies to class; this includes copies of literary works studied, paper, pens, notebooks, writing journals, etc. (NO EXCEPTIONS)

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

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

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UPCOMING DATES*

*ALL DATES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE. PLEASE LISTEN TO THE OPENING MEETINGS FOR ANY CHANGES.

ASSESSMENTS

District Interim Benchmark Assessment #3*

*NOTE: There will be three of these (September, December, and May); you need to do your VERY best...scores will be recorded and sent to DCPS. These assessments are designed to measure reading skills.

Progress Monitoring Assessment #2
TBA [A], TBA [B]

Summative Assessment: Fahrenheit 451 (Bradbury)
1/25 [A], 1/26 [B]

Formative Assessment: Poetry Unit Terminology and Concepts
3/7 [A], 3/8 [B]

LITERARY ANALYSIS/READING

Active Reading/Annotation Assignment: Fahrenheit 451 (Bradbury)
DUE 1/25 [A], 1/26 [B]

DISCUSSIONS/LECTURES/PROJECTS

Project Preparation Sessions #1-5: Fahrenheit 451 (Bradbury)
begins 2/4 [A], 2/7 [B]

Literary Analysis Discussion Project Seminars #1-4: Fahrenheit 451 (Bradbury)
begins 2/18 [A], 2/22 [B]*

*NOTE: This project will consist of a combination group, individual, and discussion participation score.

WRITING

Essay Assignment: Synthesis Analysis Writing for "The Lottery" (Jackson) and "A Rose for Emily" (Faulkner)
1/27 [A], 1/28 [B]*

*NOTE: This assignment will be completed in class.

Writing Assignment: Fahrenheit 451 (Bradbury) Topic #1
2/2 [A], 2/3 [B]*

Writing Assignment: Fahrenheit 451 (Bradbury) Topic #2
2/10 [A], 2/11 [B]*

Writing Assignment: Fahrenheit 451 (Bradbury) Topic #3
2/16 [A], 2/17 [B]*

Writing Assignment: Fahrenheit 451 (Bradbury) Topic #4
2/25 [A], 2/28 [B]*

*NOTE: These assignments will be completed in class; students may be asked to return to class with a typed copy for submission.

Essay Assignment: Fahrenheit 451 (Bradbury)
3/3 [A], 3/4 [B]*

*NOTE: This assignment will be completed in class; students may be asked to return to class with a typed copy for submission.

VIEWING

Active Viewing Assignment "Fahrenheit 451" (1966)
TBA [A], TBA [B]

VOCABULARY

Quick Review Discussion (SAT List 5)
1/20 [A], 1/24 [B]

Formative Assessment (SAT List 5)
TBA [A], TBA[B]

Summative Assessment (SAT 5.1)
1/31 [A], 2/1 [B]

Summative Assessment (SAT 5.2)
2/4 [A], 2/7 [B]

Summative Assessment (SAT 5.3)
2/8 [A], 2/9 [B]

Quick Review Discussion (SAT List 6)
3/1 [A], 3/2 [B]

GRAMMAR

Unit Lesson
TBA [A] TBA [B]