English 9 (Period 7) Assignments

Your final essay submission is due via Turnitin.com before 11:00pm on Friday 6/2.  Your essay will be graded on a credit/no credit basis per the following expectations:

 

Print your essay draft and bring it with you to class!

-A complete handwritten draft must be ready when you enter class on Friday.  Be sure to follow the outline provided in your essay packet.  You will be provided with Friday's shortened class period to type out your essay.

 

*NOTE:  Class will be held in D311 (computer lab). Head directly to that classroom on the ground floor of the D-building.

-Complete your Act V packet and prepare for your final test on The Tragedy of Romeo and Juliet.

 

-Complete the vocabulary sheets in your packet for Act V for the words found on page 912 of your textbook.

-Complete a pre-reading of Act V and answer questions #1-20 in your reading guide.

Ensure that your Act IV packet is completed before your test!

 

PROMPT #8: Risking Death

In Act IV, Juliet risks death in a plan devised by Friar Lawrence to reunite with Romeo. If you were in her position, would you risk death or finally be honest with everyone about your secret marriage? What are the potential benefits and dangers of both choices?

-Your response must be submitted via Turnitin.com in MLA format.

-Your response should use proper spelling, grammar, and punctuation.

-Three or more errors will result in a failed grade

-Complete the vocabulary worksheets in your Act IV packet using the words from page 892 of your textbook.

 

-Complete a pre-reading of Act IV, and answer questions #1-18 in your reading guide.

-The entire packet for Act III must be completed in preparation for your test next class.

 

Periods 3 and 7:  TEST TUES. 5/9

Periods 4 and 6:  TEST WEDS. 5/10

-Complete your pre-reading of Act III, and answer questions #24-33 in your reading guide

 

- Complete the Critical Thinking questions for Act III in the space provided in your packet

PROMPT #7: To Fight or Not to Fight

In Act III, Tybalt (Juliet’s cousin) confronts Romeo and demands that they fight. Romeo doesn’t want to fight Tybalt due to his love for Juliet, but he also does not want to risk revealing their marriage. What do you think Romeo should do? Should he fight Tybalt and risk violence and injury? Or should he reveal his secret marriage to Juliet? What are some of the potential dangers or benefits of either choice?

-Your response must be submitted via Turnitin.com in MLA format.

-Your response should use proper spelling, grammar, and punctuation.

-Three or more errors will result in a failed grade

-Complete the vocabulary worksheets for Act III

-Complete a pre-reading of Act III, scenes i-iv

-Answer questions #1-23

-Complete all work in your Act II packet for Romeo and Juliet.

Be prepared for your test on Act II!

 

PROMPT #6: Secret Marriage

In Act II, Scene iii, Friar Lawrence agrees to help marry Romeo and Juliet in secret, with the hopes that it will end the feud. If you were in Friar Lawrence's position, would you have made the same decision to marry Romeo and Juliet, without the consent of their parents? Why or why not?

-Your response must be submitted via Turnitin.com in MLA format.

-Your response should use proper spelling, grammar, and punctuation.

-Three or more errors will result in a failed grade

-Complete your pre-reading of Act II, scenes iv - vi and answer questions #13-24 in your reading guide.

- Complete the vocabulary worksheets for Romeo and Juliet, Act II

- Pre-read scenes i-iii, and answer questions #1-12 in your Act II packet.

 

*NOTE:  A copy of the textbook is attached below.

Complete the Critical Thinking questions for Act I.  There is space provided in your packet for your answers

-Complete your pre-reading of Act I of Romeo and Juliet.  Answer questions #18-29 in your reading packet.

-Pre-read Act I , scenes i-iii of Romeo and Juliet in your textbook and answer questions #1-17 in your packet.

 

-Auditions in class next session (Act II, scene ii)

 

*A copy of the text is attached if needed

Complete the vocabulary worksheets in your Act I packet for Romeo and Juliet.  The vocabulary words can be found on page 804 of your textbook.

View the slide and rubric below to complete your final project for the Poetry Unit.  Please email Mrs. Ramirez or see her personally for any additional questions or clarifications.

Complete pages 8-9 in your Resource Packet.

(Ensure that you also have pages 14-16 completed from our last assignment)

 

*NOTE:  Your response must use the following frames and must be submitted in MLA style via Turnitin.com

 

• THESIS STATEMENT: Although (counter claim), (your claim) because (reason 1).
• TEXTUAL EVIDENCE TO SUPPORT REASON 1: For example, in the poem ____________________________________ (author, line #).
• EXPLANATION OF EVIDENCE: This shows that ____________________________.
• REASON 2: Additionally, ____________________.
• TEXTUAL EVIDENCE TO SUPPORT REASON 2: For instance, _____________________________________  (author, line #).
• EXPLANATION OF EVIDENCE: This means that ____________________________.
• REASON 3: Lastly, ____________________.
• TEXTUAL EVIDENCE TO SUPPORT REASON 3: This is illustrated when _____________________________________  (author, line #).
• EXPLANATION OF EVIDENCE: This proves that ____________________________.
• CONCLUDING STATEMENT: Therefore, (restate your claim).

-Complete pages 14- 16 in the Resource Packet you were provided in class.

This assignment will require you to copy all notes required for our final unit.  You will also be required to complete a character list from the text.

*NOTE:  You will need access to a textbook to complete this assignment.
You will also be quizzed on the notes and the character list.

 

(If you were absent, be sure to pick up a packet as soon as possible)

Ensure that all work for Poetry Collectioin #8 is completed in preparation for your test:

 

-Complete an IAN Activity for Poetry Collection #8

-Complete all questions circled during class in your reading guide

-Read and annotate the articles provided in class in preparation for our reading of Poetry Collection #8.

(The articles are attached below if needed)

-Complete a title page for Poetry Collection #8

-Complete a vocabulary chart for the words found on page 730 of your textbook

-Take notes from the slides attached

 

*NOTE:  Expect a homework quiz on Monday 3/13

PROMPT #4:  Personal Reflection

In the article titled "A Roadmap to Adolescent Growth," the author describes four stages of adolescence with stages one and two ranging from ages 9-15.  Based on your reading of the article, which of the descriptions from stages one and two have you experienced in your own adolescent journey so far?  Reflect on your experiences and how understanding the progression of adolescence can change ones perspective.

 

 

 

Ensure that all work is completed for Poetry Collection #5 in preparation for your test!

-Complete a title page for Poetry Collection #5

-Complete a vocabulary chart (p. 694)

-Take notes from the powerpoint attached

-Read, annotate, and complete the reflection assignment for the article provided in class (*NOTE:  The article is attached if needed)

PROMPT #3:  "The Interlopers"

In the short story, “The Interlopers," two families are engaged in a generational feud over a land dispute.  Based on your reading, do you feel that long-lasting feuds are every truly worth it?  Use evidence from "The Interlopers" to support your claim.

 

 

Use the following sentence frames:

• THESIS STATEMENT: Although (counter claim), (your claim) because (reason 1).
• TEXTUAL EVIDENCE TO SUPPORT REASON 1: For example, in the story ____________________________________ (Sakie, page #).
• EXPLANATION OF EVIDENCE: This shows that ____________________________.
• REASON 2: Additionally, ____________________.
• TEXTUAL EVIDENCE TO SUPPORT REASON 2: For instance, _____________________________________  (Saki, page #).
• EXPLANATION OF EVIDENCE: This means that ____________________________.
• REASON 3: Lastly, ____________________.
• TEXTUAL EVIDENCE TO SUPPORT REASON 3: Furthermore, _____________________________________  (Saki, page #).
• EXPLANATION OF EVIDENCE: This proves that ____________________________.
• CONCLUDING STATEMENT: Therefore, (restate your claim).

Complete all assignments in preparation for your TEST ON POETRY COLLECTION #4:

 

1.  Title page

2.  Vocabulary

3.  Notes

4.  Reading Guide

5.  IAN Activity

6.  Study Guide

-Ensure that your title page, vocabulary chart, and notes are completed for Poetry Collection #4 (see previously posted assignment for notes)

 

-Read and annotate the articles provided in class. (Articles are attached if needed)

-Complete a title page for Poetry Collection #4

-Complete a vocabulary chart for Poetry Collection #4 (p. 652)

-Take notes from the slides attached below.

 

-Ensure that all work for "The Interlopers" is completed in preparation for the test:

 

-Complete a title page for "The Interlopers" by Saki

-Complete a vocabulary chart using the words found on page 268

-Take notes from the powerpoint attached below

-Read and annotate the article on feuds provided in class (a copy is also attached if needed)

-Ensure that all work for "The Necklace" is completed in the following order in your notebook in preparation for the test:

 

-Complete a vocabulary chart for "The Necklace" by Guy de Maupassant (p. 330)

 

-Review your notes on Direct vs. Indirect characterization and Character Types.  The notes for each are attached below if needed (you should have already taken these notes earlier in the year)

 

-Read the article provided to you in class, annotate and answer the questions.  (An additional copy is attached if needed.)

 

*BE PREPARED FOR A HOMEWORK QUIZ!

Make sure that all work for "The Secret Life of Walter Mitty" is completed in the following order in the Literature Section of your notebook!

 

*NOTE: You must show that your study guide is complete in order to take the test!

-Finish the reading and complete the Critical Thinking questions for "The Secret Life of Walter Mitty"

 

-Complete and IAN activity of your choice for the story

 

*NOTE:  Remember Mrs. Ramirez will be out on Monday and Tuesday, so be sure to get your study guide and be prepared to take your test.  No review challenge and no scanning this time around, but keep checking the class website to ensure that you are on track!

PROMPT #2:  The Most Dangerous Game”

In the short story, “The Most Dangerous Game”, Rainsford kills General Zaroff.  Some may believe Rainsford has the right to eliminate Zaroff.  Rainsford however expresses strong feelings against murder in the story.  In your opinion, was Sanger Rainsford justified in killing General Zaroff?

 

• THESIS STATEMENT: Although (counter claim), (your claim) because (reason 1).
• TEXTUAL EVIDENCE TO SUPPORT REASON 1: For example, _________ states, “_________________”  (Connell, page #).
• EXPLANATION OF EVIDENCE: This shows that ____________________________.
• REASON 2: Additionally, ____________________.
• TEXTUAL EVIDENCE TO SUPPORT REASON 2: For instance, _________ states, “_________________”  (Connell, page #).
• EXPLANATION OF EVIDENCE: This means that ____________________________.
• REASON 3: Lastly, ____________________.
• TEXTUAL EVIDENCE TO SUPPORT REASON 3: This is evident because _________ states, “_________________”  (Connell, page #).
• EXPLANATION OF EVIDENCE: This proves that ____________________________.
• CONCLUDING STATEMENT: Therefore, (restate your claim).

-Complete a title page for "The Secret Life of Walter Mitty"

-Complete a vocabulary chart for the words found on page 126

-Take notes from the Powerpoint attached below:

PREPARE FOR YOUR TEST ON "The Most Dangerous Game" by Richard Connell!

 

All of the following must be completed in your notebook in the following order:

 

*NOTE:  Remember that IAN activities will be graded on the spot.  Also, you will not participate in the review without completing the study guide. 

-Complete your reading of "The Most Dangerous Game."

-Complete the Critical Thinking Questions #1-4 and the Big Question on page 236 of your reading packet or textbook.

-Complete an IAN Activity for the story in your notebook.

 

 

Use the resources provided in class to compose a paragraph justifying whether you feel the scenario presented was an accident or a murder.  Your paragraph must be formatted in correct MLA style and must be free from errors in grammar, spelling, and punctuation. 

 

 

Use the resources provided in class to compose a paragraph justifying whether you feel the scenario presented was an accident or a murder.  Your paragraph must be formatted in correct MLA style and must be free from errors in grammar, spelling, and punctuation. 

 

 

1.  In the Literature Section of your IAN, create a title page for "The Most Dangerous Game" using the information provided on the course outline (green handout).

 

2.  Behind the title page, complete a vocabulary chart (a copy is posted on our class page) for the words listed on page 212 of your textbook.

 

3.  Following the vocabulary chart, take notes on the following presentation attached below

 

-Use the template provided in class to create an artistic representation of yourself and who you are.  You may draw, color, or cut and paste items on and around the template to create your unique piece.

-You will be graded on the quality, craftsmanship, and presentation of your work.

 *NOTE:  The template that was provided in class is attached below in case you need an additional copy.

-Make sure that all questions are completed in both packets for Part II of The Odyssey.

 

-Complete a final IAN activity for the reading.

-Complete the Critical Thinking questions found on page 1105 of your textbook.  Record your answers on the last page of your reading guide.

-Ensure that all questions in your reading guide are completed.

-Complete a vocabulary chart for The Odyssey, Part II using the words found on page 1088 of your textbook.

 

-Take notes on Epic Simile from the powerpoint attached if you missed Monday's class session.

Complete the study guide for The Odyssey, Part I.

Ensure that all of your episode packets are completed in preparation for your final test on FRIDAY 11/18!

-Read the episode of "The Sirens" found on pages 1071-1073 in your textbook.  Use the summary provided in your reading guide to help you. 

-Complete questions #1-7 in your reading guide after reading "The Sirens"

-Complete an IAN activity in "The Odyssey" section of your notebook on any episode of your choice.

This is a color copy of the supplement project for I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings by Maya Angelou.  This project is optional.  If completed and submitted on time, the grade would replace a failed narrative essay, or up to three failed writing prompts.  NO LATE SUBMISSIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED!

-Complete a Title page in your notebook for The Odyssey, Part I

-Complete a vocabulary chart for the words found on page 1042 of your English textbook

-Complete the packet on "Sailing from Troy" and "The Land of the Lotus-Eaters" for the reading found on pages 1045-1049 of your English textbook.

Use the character list from your packet and the powerpoints attached below to complete the background packet provided to you in class. 

 

If you are not familiar with Greek mythology.  These web-links below may also be helpful:

 

 

 

-Complete the novel by reading chapters 34-36 and take notes using the sheets provided.

 

- Complete a final IAN Activity for the novel.

-Complete a title page for chapters 28-the end

 

-Complete a vocabulary chart for the last set of words (a copy of the vocabulary sheet is attached in the resource section at the bottom of the page)

 

-Read chapters 28-33 and complete the following quiz guide questions:

1. Describe Ms. Kirwin and the impact she had on Maya.
2. How does Maya feel about the criminals Clidell played poker with?
3. Describe Maya’s trip to Mexico with her father Bailey.
4. What happens between Maya and Dolores?  What does Maya do as a result?
5. Describe the community in which Maya lives for a month.
6. What happens between Bailey and Vivian in Chapter 33?

- Complete the quiz guide questions for chapters 19-23 on a separate sheet of paper.  You will have a brief reading quiz on these questions on Monday:

1. Why is everyone gathered in the store in Chapter 19?  Why is this event important?
2. Who does Maya become friends with in Chapter 20, and how do they meet?
3. What does Tommy Valdon write to Maya?
4. What is Bailey’s relationship with Joyce and how does Maya feel about it?
5. Who is the visitor in Chapter 22 and why does Maya become frightened?
6. What big event is happening in Stamps in Chapter 23, and how is it spoiled?

-Read chapters 24-27 and complete the note sheets provided in class.  If you did not receive copies of the note sheets, a file is attached below for your convenience.

 

-Create a Title Page for chapters 19-27

 

-Create a vocabulary chart by referring to your vocabulary resources on the following words:

-Take notes on characterization and flashback from the powerpoint below.

 

-Read chapters 19-20 (10 pages total)

-Complete reading Chapters 13-15 and answer the following questions from the quiz guide:

1. Why were Bailey and Marguerite moved up a grade in school?
2. What does Mr. Freeman say to threaten Marguerite after he abuses her?
3. How do Bailey and Mother find out what happened to Marguerite?
4. Why does Marguerite lie on the witness stand?
5. What happens to Mr. Freeman and whom can we assume is responsible?
6. Why does Maya finally speak?

1.  Complete a new title page for Chapters 10-18.

2.  Complete a new vocabulary chart for the words listed for chapters 10-18.  Don't forget to select TWO WORDS OF YOUR CHOICE from the packet provided or from your reading.

3.  Take notes on the powerpoint attached below (2 terms total)

4.  Read Chapter 10 in preparation for next class

- Finish reading Chapters 8-9, and complete the note pages provided in class.  A copy of the note sheets are also posted in the resource section below.

- Select your favorite part of the reading so far and complete your weekly IAN Activity in your notebook.

Finish reading chapters 1-5 of I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings by Maya Angelou and answer the questions provided in your quiz guide.  The questions are listed below.  Prepare for a reading quiz next class.  If you get more than two questions incorrect, you must attend reading intervention after school that same day.  Please notify your parents/guardians that this may occur.

 

Answer the questions below in the appropriate LITERATURE SECTION of your notebook.

1. What happens to Marguerite as she attempts to recite the poem in church?
2. Why were Marguerite and Bailey sent to live in Stamps, Arkansas?
3. Describe Marguerite’s feelings towards William Shakespeare.  Why was she hesitant to favor Shakespeare over other authors?
4. What warning does the “used-to-be sheriff” give to Momma regarding Uncle Willie?
5. How does Marguerite feel about her brother Bailey?
6. Summarize the experience that Momma and Marguerite had with the “powhitetrash” children.  How did it affect Marguerite?

1. Create a title page in your notebook for "I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings" Prologue-Chapter 9

 

2. Complete questions #1-15 on the background worksheets provided in class on Monday.

 

3. Take notes in the correct format on the following powerpoint:

-Bring a PRINTED COPY of your final draft in MLA format with you to class!  This assignment is required in order to participate!

 

Printing options include:

-Make sure that you have a full draft in the Writing Section of your notebook before our next class.

-Have a classmate you trust read your narrative and leave comments/corrections on it.  (If you wish, you could have another teacher, parent, or older sibling read it as well.)

Use the plot diagram completed in class to write a full draft of your personal narrative in the Writing Section of your notebook. 

-Check out the writing prompt and read the sample essay to get an idea of the type of writing you will have to produce (first two pages in your packet).

-Complete the following worksheets in your writing packet before our next class:

If you were absent, and you did not receive the packet in class, a copy is attached below.

The entire section for "A Celebration of Grandfathers" must be complete in the LITERATURE SECTION of your notebook in the following order:

 

1.  Title Page

2.  Vocabulary Chart

3.  Notes

5.  Critical Thinking Questions #1-4 (p.452)

6.  IAN Activity

7.  Literary Analysis Question #2 (p.453)

8.  Study Guide

 

 

-Complete the Critical Thinking Questions for "The Celebration of Grandfather's" on page 452 of your textbook.

 

-Complete an IAN activity for the reading

 

(Both assignments will be completed on separate sheets of paper and will be glued into your notebook after it is graded and returned on Monday)

 

PROMPT #1: Revenge

In the short story “The Cask of Amontillado” by Edgar Allan Poe, Montresor seeks revenge against his friend Fortunato. Were his actions justified? Support your argument with examples and evidence from the text.

 

-Complete a Title page for "A Celebration of Grandfathers."

-Complete a vocabulary chart for the words found on page 442 of your textbook in preparation for the reading.

- Take notes on the following terms in the correct format.

The entire section for "The Cask of Amontillado" must be complete in the LITERATURE SECTION of your notebook in the following order:

 

1.  Title Page

2.  Vocabulary Chart

3.  Notes

4.  Article (periods 4 and 7 only)

5.  Critical Thinking Questions #1-4

6.  IAN Activity

7.  Study Guide

 

 

-Complete your reading of "The Cask of Amontillado" (p.60) if you did not do so in class.

 

-Answer Critical Thinking questions #1-4 all letters. (This will go behind your vocabulary and notes for the story in your Interactive Notebook)

 

-Complete an IAN activity for the story.  Remember, you cannot select the same type of activity that you did for "New Directions."  You must choose a different option from the activity sheet.  (See sheet posted on our class page below if you do not have it).

 

 

1.  Title page for "New Directions"

2.  Vocabulary

3.  Notes

4.  Article

5.  Critical Thinking questions

6.  IAN Activity Study Guide

 

7.  Title page for "The Cask of Amontillado"

8.  Vocabulary

9.  Notes

10.  Article

11.  Critical Thinking questions

12.  IAN activity

1.Create a title page for "The Cask of Amontillado" by Edgar Allen Poe (this will be located in the Literature Section of your IAN right behind the study guide for "New Directions")

 

2. Complete the vocabulary for "The Cask of Amontillado" by Edgar Allen Poe on page 58 of your textbook.

 

3.  Take notes on in preparation for the story from the powerpoint attached below:

- Select an IAN activity on"New Directions" from the blue sheet in your notebook and complete it in the section you created for the reading.  Make sure that you follow the directions and include color/creativity.

-Complete the study guide provided and glue it into your notebook.

-Ensure that your notebook is complete and that you are ready for the test on TUESDAY 9/6 for periods 3 and 7 and WEDNESDAY 9/7 for periods 4 and 6!  All of the following must be completed in order to take the test.

 

Section order for "New Directions":

 

-VOCABULARY CHART:  In the Literature Section of your notebook, complete a vocabulary chart  for "New Directions" by Maya Angelou.  The vocabulary words, definitions, and sample sentences may be found on page 34 of your textbook.  You have online access to a textbook via PowerSchool if needed.

(a copy of the vocabulary chart resource is attached on our class page below all assignments)

 

-NOTES:  In the Literature Section of your notebook, take notes from the powerpoint attached below.  Make sure to follow the format provided in the slideshow.

 

 

Decorate the cover of your Interactive Notebook for class.  Be creative!  Make sure to include our course title (English 9) and your first name somehow.  You may use stickers, pictures, permanent markers, etc.  All decorations must be appropriate for school.

Please complete this Homework Survey by 8/29 via the link provided below:

 

Complete the "I am from..." poetry assignment reviewed in class by using the template to write your own version of George Ella Lyon's poem.  Write, type, or draw out your poem on a sheet of paper or small poster board (no line paper) and decorate it with images representing you and where you are from.

 

A copy of the template is attached below if you need it.