Announcements
Unit II Vocabulary list
1)deconstruct 2) ponder 3)evoked 4)
glut 5) sentry 6) in lieu 7) circa 8) labyrinth 9) restrained 10) commodities
11)homage 12) adolescence 13) niche 14) cynicism 15) macabre 16) mesmerized 17)
urban 18) appalled 19) cacophony 20) mezzanine 21) hypocrite 22) connoted
23) eccentricity 24) petty 25) neurosis 26) merit 27) editorialize 28)
compensate
29) mutilate 30) foyer 31) provoke32) gorging
33) credentials e34) ditor 35) prevail 36) dictatorial 37)inquiry 38)
prospective 39) reconcilable 40) connubial 41) reservations 42) marginalized 43)
acculturation 44) destiny 45) stoic 46) promiscuous 47) intoning 48)
assimilation 49) alienation 50) fellowship 51) alumnae 52) provocative 53)
notorious 54) pieties 55) anoint 56) indelible 57) derived 58) consolation 59)
intuitive 60) faculties 61)integrated 62) tentative 63) foray 64) adamant
65) mortified 66) transgression 67) discreet 68) blight 69) presumption 70)
arrogant 71) inevitability 72) disembark 73) homely
#1 = Vocabulary: Do #s 1-15. Define all and write sentences for #s 3, 4, 6, 8, 11, 13, 14, 15.
#2 = Vocabulary: Do #s 16-26. Define and write sentences for each.
#3 = Vocabulary: Do #s 27-40. Define all and write sentences for #s 35, 36, 38, 39 & 40.
#4 = Vocabulary: Do #s 41-53. Define all and write sentences for #s 42, 43, 45, 46, 47, 48, 49, 52, 53.
#5 = Vocabulary: Do #s 54-63. Define and write sentences for each.
#6 = Vocabulary: Do #s 64-73. Define and write sentences for each.
Lit. Terms List:
Unit 1anaphora, antagonist, climax, conflict, connotation, diction, foreshadowing, imagery, metaphor, point of view, protagonist, setting, symbolism, syntax, theme, tone, voice
Unit 2 analogy, cause, denouement, effect, falling action, figurative language, frame of reference, hyperbole, juxtaposition, paradox, personification, fable, resolution, sarcasm, shift, simile, stereotyping
Everybody:
1) You can now go to the Oct. Classical Unit & print the MLA guide.
3) Printing these stories to put in your packet for unit 2. They are listed under Oct. - Classical Unit. When printing, remember to convert them to word documents, otherwise you'll waste a lot of paper. You can choose to format them in columns too. Story List:1) "Adjo Means Good Bye," 2) "Shaving, 3) " A Veil of Water, " 4) "Fish Cheeks, " and 5) " Eleven."
Friday 11-6
Monday 11-9
1st, 3rd & 5th
Read "Us & Them" on page 73 - and -
1) identify the conflicts faced by the author. What are they? List them.
2) What are the reasons for the conflicts? Answer in complete sentences.
3) identify the following: diction, syntax, pt. of view and shift and explain their effect on the story.
4) How are the conflicts resolved? Answer in complete sentences.
5) How do these conflicts affect the story as a whole? (This is your opinion, so write your response in complete sentences & explain the reason(s) for your answer.
6) Summarize or paraphrase what the story was about & what you learned.
7) Explain how you used different reading strategies to acquire the information you needed to answer the original questions.
8) Use the half sheet of standards that I gave you today to label your annotations in the text.
9) Identify elements of humor you find in the text & explain why you find them funny.
10) Vocabulary: #3 =Do #s 27-40. Define all and write sentences for #s 35, 36, 38, 39 & 40.
Tuesday 11-10
4th Period
Read "Us & Them" on page 73 - and -
1) identify the conflicts faced by the author. What are they? List them.
2) What are the reasons for the conflicts? Answer in complete sentences.
3) identify the following: diction, syntax, pt. of view and shift and explain their effect on the story.
4) How are the conflicts resolved? Answer in complete sentences.
5) How do these conflicts affect the story as a whole? (This is your opinion, so write your response in complete sentences & explain the reason(s) for your answer.
6) Summarize or paraphrase what the story was about & what you learned.
7) Explain how you used different reading strategies to acquire the information you needed to answer the original questions.
8) Use the half sheet of standards that I gave you today to label your annotations in the text.
9) Identify elements of humor you find in the text & explain why you find them funny.
10) Vocabulary: #3 =Do #s 27-40. Define all and write sentences for #s 35, 36, 38, 39 & 40.
Wed. 11-11
Cry b/c you will miss me.
Thursday 11-12
Old Assignments
Unit II Vocabulary Assignments:
#1 = Vocabulary: Do #s 1-15. Define all and write sentences for #s 3, 4, 6, 8, 11, 13, 14, 15.
#2 = Vocabulary: Do #s 16-26. Define and write sentences for each.
#3 = Vocabulary: Do #s 27-40. Define all and write sentences for #s 35, 36, 38, 39 & 40.
#4 = Vocabulary: Do #s 41-53. Define all and write sentences for #s 42, 43, 45, 46, 47, 48, 49, 52, 53.
#5 = Vocabulary: Do #s 54-63. Define and write sentences for each.
#6 = Vocabulary: Do #s 64-73. Define and write sentences for each.
Friday 11-6
1st, 4th & 6th Periods
1) We reviewed & discussed "Thanksgiving" again in class. You added things to your notes. Now go back and identify the following: diction, syntax, pt. of view and shift and explain their effect on the story.
2) Explain how do these conflicts affect the story as a whole? (This is your opinion, so write your response in complete sentences & explain the reason(s) for your answer.
3) Summarize or paraphrase what the story was about & what you learned.
4) Explain how you used different reading strategies to acquire the information you needed to answer the original questions.
5) Use the half sheet of standards that I gave you today to label your annotations in the text.
6) Vocabulary: Do #s 16-26. Define all and write sentences for each.
(I will be collecting all your homework tomorrow, so make corrections if you need to.)
Thursday 11-5
3rd& 5th periods
1) We reviewed & discussed "Thanksgiving" again in class today. You added things to your notes. Now go back and identify the following: diction, syntax, pt. of view and shift and explain their effect on the story.
2) Explain how do these conflicts affect the story as a whole? (This is your opinion, so write your response in complete sentences & explain the reason(s) for your answer.
3) Summarize or paraphrase what the story was about & what you learned.
4) Explain how you used different reading strategies to acquire the information you needed to answer the original questions.
5) Use the half sheet of standards that I gave you today to label your annotations in the text.
6) Vocabulary: Do #s 16-26. Define all and write sentences for each.
(I will be collecting all your homework tomorrow, so make corrections if you need to.)
4th Period
1) We read "Thanksgiving" in class today. Now go back and 1) identify the conflicts faced by the author. What are they? List them. 2) What are the reasons for her conflicts? Answer in complete sentences. 3) How are the conflicts resolved? Answer in complete sentences. 4) How do these conflicts affect the story as a whole? (This is your opinion, so write your response in complete sentences & explain the reason(s) for your answer.
2) Vocabulary: Do #s 1-15. Define all and write sentences for #s 3, 4, 6, 8, 11, 13, 14, 15.
Wed. 11-4
1st, 3rd, 5th & 6th Periods
1) We read Thanksgiving" in class today. Now go back and 1) identify the conflicts faced by the author. What are they? List them. 2) What are the reasons for her conflicts? Answer in complete sentences. 3) How are the conflicts resolved? Answer in complete sentences. 4) How do these conflicts affect the story as a whole? (This is your opinion, so write your response in complete sentences & explain the reason(s) for your answer.
2) Vocabulary: Do #s 1-15. Define all and write sentences for #s 3, 4, 6, 8, 11, 13, 14, 15.
All Classes: 1) Fill in the boxes on page 62. they deal with the art we evaluated today. The paintings were called "This is a Family Living in Harlem " by Jacob Lawrence, "The Peale Family" by C.W. Peale, and "The Royal Family" by Velasquez.
2) Then, on page 62, do "Putting it all together." That's a paragraph with a topic sentence and support about one of the pictures. That needs to be written in ink or word processed.
3) Bring your LOF books to class with you & your binders. You will be
working on the lit. terms test next class.
4) Study for your LOF vocabulary test on Friday or Monday. It's a matching
test of the 50 words you defined & wrote sentences for.
5) If you didn't finish your unit 1 reflection, you need to do so & hand it in by
Friday.
6) Make sure you have another divider for your binder. We are starting unit
2.
All Classes: 1) Do the reflection on page 54. If you can, write your answers
on the same page that you started at the beginning of the unit. If not, start a
new paper. Do questions # 1-4, but not #5. Also, add the following: read
through the reading, writing, speaking, listening & media standards. Identify
which standards we have covered this unit. (I know, this is a big task. Try to
skim. If you see that we've covered all in one area, then write all under # R
3.1.) These will be due Monday or Tuesday, depending upon when you have
me.
2) Bring your LOF books to class with you & your binders. You will be
working on the lit. terms test next class.
3) Study for your LOF vocabulary test on Thursday or Friday. It's a matching
test of the 50 words you defined & wrote sentences for.
4) Make sure you have another divider for your binder. We are starting unit
2.
10-26 & 27
All Classes: 1) Do the reflection on page 54. If you can, write your answers
on the same page that you started at the beginning of the unit. If not, start a
new paper. Do questions # 1-4, but not #5. Also, add the following: read
through the reading, writing, speaking, listening & media standards. Identify
which standards we have covered this unit. (I know, this is a big task. Try to
skim. If you see that we've covered all in one area, then write all under # R
3.1.) These will be due Monday or Tuesday, depending upon when you have
me.
2) Bring your LOF books to class with you & your binders. You will be
working on the lit. terms test next class.
3) Study for your LOF vocabulary test. We will take that next week.
Monday 10-19
Periods 1,3,5,6
1) Bring in rough & final drafts of your monologue(s). You will be practicing in groups & revising your papers.
Make sure you have saved a copy to your student locker folder or you have it/them saved on a flash drive
that you bring with you to class.
Tuesday 10-20
This will be a Wed. schedule b/c of the earthquake drill.
Remember to bring a rain coat, umbrella, etc. We will be out
on the field for an hour, starting at 8:40.
Periods 3,4,5
1) Presentation of monologues all period. Be prepared. You will be scoring each
other too.
Wed. 10-21
Periods 1 & 6
1) Presentation of monologues all period. Be prepared. You will be scoring each
other too.
4th Period
1) Finish presentation of monologues, if necessary.
2) Bring your binders. We will be doing a portfolio assignment from unit 1 & you will have time to do lit.
terms, so bring your LOF books, too.
1st Period
1) Rough draft of monologue due. Make sure you have the frame of reference at the top.
2) Go to Sept. unit 1 & print off 2 the "Goal Setting Objectives." Choose 2 to 3 goals under each heading -
highlight them, please. If you would like to write your own objectives in the same fashion, please feel free to
do so. Bring those with you to class. We will be putting copies in both your binder & portfolio.
3) Be ready to write about the scenarios you chose for your monologues. Write the frame of reference & bring
it to class.
4) Organize your stickies onto notebook paper into these sections: Section 1: questions (5) &
predictions (12), Section 2: connections (6), Section 3: features of civilization (6), Section 4: social &
cultural norms (6), Section 5: morality (6) . If you have written these items on paper instead of post-it
notes, then create a key/legend for them on the 1st page. The easiest thing to do would be to color
code each response category. We will be using the state standards to identify which skills you have
been practicing as you read. These should be in your portfolios by 10-14. I will start grading them. the
numbers in red next to the section categories are the number I assigned.
5) (1st & 6th Periods only): Bring in your LOF books. I will be giving you 45 minutes to write about which
feature of civilization the boys were missing in their society. I don't care if you write about social control,
lack of gov't., rules, laws, etc. as long as you support your premise with 3 quotes from the book and
provide a good argument to back up your statements. You may use any notes, pre-writing, etc. that you
have.
Wed. 10-14
1st, 3rd, 5th, 6th Periods
1) Rough draft of monologue due. Make sure you have the frame of reference at the top.
2) Go to Sept. unit 1 & print off 2 the "Goal Setting Objectives." Choose 2 to 3 goals under each heading -
highlight them, please. If you would like to write your own objectives in the same fashion, please feel free to
do so. Bring those with you to class. We will be putting copies in both your binder & portfolio.
3) Be ready to write about the scenarios you chose for your monologues. Write the frame of reference & bring
it to class.
4) Organize your stickies onto notebook paper into these sections: Section 1: questions (5) &
predictions (12), Section 2: connections (6), Section 3: features of civilization (6), Section 4: social &
cultural norms (6), Section 5: morality (6) . If you have written these items on paper instead of post-it
notes, then create a key/legend for them on the 1st page. The easiest thing to do would be to color
code each response category. We will be using the state standards to identify which skills you have
been practicing as you read. These should be in your portfolios by 10-14. I will start grading them. the
numbers in red next to the section categories are the number I assigned.
5) (1st & 6th Periods only): Bring in your LOF books. I will be giving you 45 minutes to write about which
feature of civilization the boys were missing in their society. I don't care if you write about social control,
lack of gov't., rules, laws, etc. as long as you support your premise with 3 quotes from the book and
provide a good argument to back up your statements. You may use any notes, pre-writing, etc. that you
bring to class.
Thursday 10-15
3rd & 5th periods:
1) Rough draft of monologue due. Make sure you have the frame of reference at the top.
2) If you haven't done so already - Go to Sept. unit 1 & print off 2 the "Goal Setting Objectives." Choose 2 to
3 goals under each heading - highlight them, please. If you would like to write your own objectives in the
same fashion, please feel free to do so. Bring those with you to class. We will be putting copies in both your
binder & portfolio.
4th Period
1) Go to Sept. unit 1 & print off the "White Privilege" article, read it & do the survey. Remember, the survey
asks you CAN THIS HAPPEN, not do you want it to.
2) Go to Sept. unit 1 & print off 2 the "Goal Setting Objectives." Choose 2 to 3 goals under each heading -
highlight them, please. If you would like to write your own objectives in the same fashion, please feel free to
do so. Bring those with you to class. We will be putting copies in both your binder & portfolio.
3) Be ready to write about the scenarios you chose for your monologues. Write the frame of reference & bring
it to class.
4) Organize your stickies onto notebook paper into these sections: Section 1: questions (5) &
predictions (12), Section 2: connections (6), Section 3: features of civilization (6), Section 4: social &
cultural norms (6), Section 5: morality (6) . If you have written these items on paper instead of post-it
notes, then create a key/legend for them on the 1st page. The easiest thing to do would be to color
code each response category. We will be using the state standards to identify which skills you have
been practicing as you read. These should be in your portfolios by 10-14. I will start grading them. the
numbers in red next to the section categories are the number I assigned.
5) Bring in your LOF books. I will be giving you 45 minutes to write about which
feature of civilization the boys were missing in their society. I don't care if you write about social control,
lack of gov't., rules, laws, etc. as long as you support your premise with 3 quotes from the book and
provide a good argument to back up your statements. You may use any notes, pre-writing, etc. that you
have.
10-12
3rd Period
1) Go to Sept. unit 1 & print off the "White Privilege" article, read it & do the survey. Remember, the survey
asks you CAN THIS HAPPEN, not do you want it to.
2) Go to Sept. unit 1 & print off the "Goal Setting Objectives." Choose 2 to 3 goals under each heading -
highlight them, please. If you would like to write your own objectives in the same fashion, please feel free to
do so. Bring those with you to class.
3) Be thinking about a scenario you might want to write about for your monologue. Write down 3 ideas &
bring them to class.
4)These are due when you come in to class on Thursday. Organize your stickies onto notebook paper
into these sections: Section 1: questions & predictions, Section 2: connections, Section 3: features of
civilization, Section 4: social & cultural norms, Section 5: morality. If you have written these items on
paper instead of post-it notes, then create a key/legend for them on the 1st page. The easiest thing to
do would be to color code each response category. We will be using the state standards to identify
which skills you have been practicing as you read.
4th Period
1) If you did not meet standard on the embedded assessment, your revision is due today. Please highlight, in
yellow, all the corrections, changes, etc. that you made.
2) Write an "I Am From" Poem, or an "Ego Tripping" poem, or make up your own format for a poem about
you. Minimum requirements: title, 15 lines long minimum, about you, must contain 4 symbols that have
meaning in your life story.
3) Bring in your LOF books, extra notebook paper, tape & have your state standards in your binders.
Also bring in all the vocabulary & chapter quizzes we have taken.
4)These are due when you come in to class on Thursday. Organize your stickies onto notebook paper
into these sections: Section 1: questions & predictions, Section 2: connections, Section 3: features of
civilization, Section 4: social & cultural norms, Section 5: morality. If you have written these items on
paper instead of post-it notes, then create a key/legend for them on the 1st page. The easiest thing to
do would be to color code each response category. We will be using the state standards to identify
which skills you have been practicing as you read.
5) Please print out the MLA guide listed under unit 1, Sept., put it in your binder, and bring it to class.
Everybody should have printed out the class norms and the binder setup for 2009-2010. Cut up the
table of contents into individual sections & tape them onto the individual dividers. Also print a copy of
the table & put it in the front, before all the other sections, so you know what is in each section.
You can find the norms & table under Unit 1, Sept. I..
5th Period & 6th Period
1) Go to Sept. unit 1 & print off the "White Privilege" article, read it & do the survey. Remember, the survey
asks you CAN THIS HAPPEN, not do you want it to.
2) Go to Sept. unit 1 & print off the "Goal Setting Objectives." Choose 2 to 3 goals under each heading -
highlight them, please. If you would like to write your own objectives in the same fashion, please feel free to
do so. Bring those with you to class.
3) Be thinking about a scenario you might want to write about for your monologue. Write down 3 ideas &
bring them to class.
4)These are due when you come in to class on Thursday. Organize your stickies onto notebook paper
into these sections: Section 1: questions & predictions, Section 2: connections, Section 3: features of
civilization, Section 4: social & cultural norms, Section 5: morality. If you have written these items on
paper instead of post-it notes, then create a key/legend for them on the 1st page. The easiest thing to
do would be to color code each response category. We will be using the state standards to identify
which skills you have been practicing as you read.
10-8
1st Period
1) If you did not meet standard on the embedded assessment, your revision is due today. Please highlight, in
yellow, all the corrections, changes, etc. that you made.
1) Writing your own "I Am From" poem, or an "Ego Tripping" poem, or "Legal Alien" poem, or make up your
own format for a poem about you. The minimum requirements will be: title, 15 lines long minimum, about
you, must contain 4 symbols that have meaning in your life story.
2) Bring in your LOF books, extra notebook paper, tape & have your state standards in your binders.
Also bring in all the vocabulary & chapter quizzes we have taken.
3) These are due when you come in to class on Thursday. Organize your stickies onto notebook paper
into these sections: Section 1: questions & predictions, Section 2: connections, Section 3: features of
civilization, Section 4: social & cultural norms, Section 5: morality. If you have written these items on
paper instead of post-it notes, then create a key/legend for them on the 1st page. The easiest thing to
do would be to color code each response category. We will be using the state standards to identify
which skills you have been practicing as you read.
3rd Period
1) If you did not meet standard on the embedded assessment, your revision is due today. Please highlight, in
yellow, all the corrections, changes, etc. that you made.
2) Bring in your LOF books, extra notebook paper, tape & have your state standards in your binders.
Also bring in all the vocabulary & chapter quizzes we have taken.
3) These are due when you come in to class on Thursday. Organize your stickies onto notebook paper
into these sections: Section 1: questions & predictions, Section 2: connections, Section 3: features of
civilization, Section 4: social & cultural norms, Section 5: morality. If you have written these items on
paper instead of post-it notes, then create a key/legend for them on the 1st page. The easiest thing to
do would be to color code each response category. We will be using the state standards to identify
which skills you have been practicing as you read.
Everybody should have printed out the class norms and the binder setup for 2009-2010. Cut up the
table of contents into individual sections & tape them onto the individual dividers. Also print a copy of
the table & put it in the front, before all the other sections, so you know what is in each section.
You can find the norms & table under Unit 1, Sept. I..
5th Period
1) If you did not meet standard on the embedded assessment, your revision is due today. Please highlight, in
yellow, all the corrections, changes, etc. that you made.
2) I didn't collect these on Tuesday, so you got a break. Write an "I Am From" poem, or an "Ego Tripping"
poem, or make up your own format for a poem about you. Minimum requirements: title, 15 lines long
minimum, about you, must contain 4 symbols that have meaning in your life story.
3) Bring in your LOF books, extra notebook paper, tape & have your state standards in your binders.
Also bring in all the vocabulary & chapter quizzes we have taken.
4) These are due when you come in to class on Thursday. Organize your stickies onto notebook paper
into these sections: Section 1: questions & predictions, Section 2: connections, Section 3: features of
civilization, Section 4: social & cultural norms, Section 5: morality. If you have written these items on
paper instead of post-it notes, then create a key/legend for them on the 1st page. The easiest thing to
do would be to color code each response category. We will be using the state standards to identify
which skills you have been practicing as you read.
6th Period
1) If you did not meet standard on the embedded assessment, your revision is due today. Please highlight, in
yellow, all the corrections, changes, etc. that you made.
2) Write an "I Am From" Poem, or an "Ego Tripping" poem, or make up your own format for a poem about
you. Minimum requirements: title, 15 lines long minimum, about you, must contain 4 symbols that have
meaning in your life story.
3) Bring in your LOF books, extra notebook paper, tape & have your state standards in your binders.
Also bring in all the vocabulary & chapter quizzes we have taken.
4)These are due when you come in to class on Thursday. Organize your stickies onto notebook paper
into these sections: Section 1: questions & predictions, Section 2: connections, Section 3: features of
civilization, Section 4: social & cultural norms, Section 5: morality. If you have written these items on
paper instead of post-it notes, then create a key/legend for them on the 1st page. The easiest thing to
do would be to color code each response category. We will be using the state standards to identify
which skills you have been practicing as you read.
5) Please print out the MLA guide listed under unit 1, Sept., put it in your binder, and bring it to class.
Everybody should have printed out the class norms and the binder setup for 2009-2010. Cut up the
table of contents into individual sections & tape them onto the individual dividers. Also print a copy of
the table & put it in the front, before all the other sections, so you know what is in each section.
You can find the norms & table under Unit 1, Sept. I..
Wed. 10-7
1st Period
1) Bring in your LOF books, extra notebook paper, tape & have your state standards in your binders.
Also bring in all the vocabulary & chapter quizzes we have taken.
2) Organize your stickies onto notebook paper into these sections: Section 1: questions & predictions,
Section 2: connections, Section 3: features of civilization, Section 4: social & cultural norms, Section 5:
morality. If you have written these items on paper instead of post-it notes, then create a key/legend for
them on the 1st page. The easiest thing to do would be to color code each response category. We will
be using the state standards to identify which skills you have been practicing as you read.
3) Please print out the MLA guide listed under unit 1, Sept., put it in your binder, and bring it to class.
4th Period
1) Writing your own "I Am From" poem, or an "Ego Tripping" poem, or "Legal Alien" poem, or make up your
own format for a poem about you. The minimum requirements will be: title, 15 lines long minimum, about
you, must contain 4 symbols that have meaning in your life story.
2) Bring in your LOF books, extra notebook paper, tape & have your state standards in your binders.
Also bring in all the vocabulary & chapter quizzes we have taken.
3) Organize your stickies onto notebook paper into these sections: Section 1: questions & predictions,
Section 2: connections, Section 3: features of civilization, Section 4: social & cultural norms, Section 5:
morality. If you have written these items on paper instead of post-it notes, then create a key/legend for
them on the 1st page. The easiest thing to do would be to color code each response category. We will
be using the state standards to identify which skills you have been practicing as you read.
4) Please print out the MLA guide listed under unit 1, Sept., put it in your binder, and bring it to class.
6th Period
1) Writing your own "I Am From" poem, or an "Ego Tripping" poem, or "Legal Alien" poem, or make up your
own format for a poem about you. The minimum requirements will be: title, 15 lines long minimum, about
you, must contain 4 symbols that have meaning in your life story.
2) Bring in your LOF books, extra notebook paper, tape & have your state standards in your binders.
Also bring in all the vocabulary & chapter quizzes we have taken.
3) Organize your stickies onto notebook paper into these sections: Section 1: questions & predictions,
Section 2: connections, Section 3: features of civilization, Section 4: social & cultural norms, Section 5:
morality. If you have written these items on paper instead of post-it notes, then create a key/legend for
them on the 1st page. The easiest thing to do would be to color code each response category. We will
be using the state standards to identify which skills you have been practicing as you read.
4) Please print out the MLA guide listed under unit 1, Sept., put it in your binder, and bring it to class.
Tuesday 10-6
3rd Period
1) Read L.O.F. pp. 183-202.
2) As you read you need to "sticky note" for each lit. term you find, as well as interesting or unusual diction
and syntax the author uses. Also, make 1 prediction. You also need to identify the features of civilization that
the boys establish, uphold, work against, or eliminate. Additionally, identify a social & cultural norm the boys
had or have adopted or discarded, along with evidence of morality. (So, you're sticky noting for 7 things, not including lit.
terms.)
3) Write an "I Am From" Poem, or an "Ego Tripping" poem, or make up your own format for a poem about
you. Minimum requirements: title, 15 lines long minimum, about you, must contain 4 symbols that
have meaning in your life story.
4) Bring in your LOF books, extra notebook paper, tape & have your state standards in your binders.
4th Period
1) Read the "Where I'm From" poem on page 22 in unit 1. Circle all the words that you don't understand.
Some of the words are generational jargon to you. Highlight or underline all the clues the author gives
you to help you figure out where they are actually from. Finally, on page 23, write down where you
believe the author is from. Be ready to support your opinion with evidence from the poem.
2) Begin thinking about writing your own "I Am From" poem, or an "Ego Tripping" poem, or make up your
own format for a poem about you. the minimum requirements will be: title, 15 lines long minimum, about you,
must contain symbolism/symbols that have meaning in your life story.
3) Bring in your LOF books, extra notebook paper, tape & have your state standards in your binders.
Also bring in all the vocabulary & chapter quizzes we have taken.
4) Organize your stickies onto notebook paper into these sections: Section 1: questions & predictions,
Section 2: connections, Section 3: features of civilization, Section 4: social & cultural norms, Section 5:
morality. If you have written these items on paper instead of post-it notes, then create a key/legend for
them on the 1st page. The easiest thing to do would be to color code each response category. We will
be using the state standards to identify which skills you have been practicing as you read.
5) Please print out the MLA guide listed under unit 1, Sept., put it in your binder, and bring it to class.
Everybody should have printed out the class norms and the binder setup for 2009-2010. Cut up the
table of contents into individual sections & tape them onto the individual dividers. Also print a copy of
the table & put it in the front, before all the other sections, so you know what is in each section.
You can find the norms & table under Unit 1, Sept. I.
5th Period
1) Write an "I Am From" Poem, or an "Ego Tripping" poem, or make up your own format for a poem about
you. Minimum requirements: title, 15 lines long minimum, about you, must contain 4 symbols that have
meaning in your life story.
2) Bring in your LOF books, extra notebook paper, tape & have your state standards in your binders.
Also bring in all the vocabulary & chapter quizzes we have taken.
3) Organize your stickies onto notebook paper into these sections: Section 1: questions & predictions,
Section 2: connections, Section 3: features of civilization, Section 4: social & cultural norms, Section 5:
morality. If you have written these items on paper instead of post-it notes, then create a key/legend for
them on the 1st page. The easiest thing to do would be to color code each response category. We will
be using the state standards to identify which skills you have been practicing as you read.
Monday 10-5
1st Period
1) Read the "Where I'm From" poem on page 22 in unit 1. Circle all the words that you don't understand.
Some of the words are generational jargon to you. Highlight or underline all the clues the author gives
you to help you figure out where they are actually from. Finally, on page 23, write down where you
believe the author is from. Be ready to support your opinion with evidence from the poem.
2) Bring in your LOF books, extra notebook paper, tape & have your state standards in your binders.
Also bring in all the vocabulary & chapter quizzes we have taken.
3) Organize your stickies onto notebook paper into these sections: Section 1: questions & predictions,
Section 2: connections, Section 3: features of civilization, Section 4: social & cultural norms, Section 5:
morality. If you have written these items on paper instead of post-it notes, then create a key/legend for
them on the 1st page. The easiest thing to do would be to color code each response category. We will
be using the state standards to identify which skills you have been practicing as you read.
4) Begin thinking about writing your own "I Am From" poem, or an "Ego Tripping" poem, or make up your
own format for a poem about you. the minimum requirements will be: title, 15 lines long minimum, about you,
must contain symbolism/symbols that have meaning in your life story.
5) Please print out the MLA guide listed under unit 1, Sept., put it in your binder, and bring it to class.
Everybody should have printed out the class norms and the binder setup for 2009-2010. Cut up the
table of contents into individual sections & tape them onto the individual dividers. Also print a copy of
the table & put it in the front, before all the other sections, so you know what is in each section.
You can find the norms & table under Unit 1, Sept. I..
3rd Period
1) Read L.O.F. pp. 169-182.
2) As you read you need to "sticky note" for each lit. term you find, as well as interesting or unusual diction
and syntax the author uses. Also, make 1 prediction. You also need to identify the features of civilization that
the boys establish, uphold, work against, or eliminate. Additionally, identify a social & cultural norm the boys
had or have adopted or discarded, along with evidence of morality. (So, you're sticky noting for 7 things, not including lit.
terms.)
3) Vocabulary: Define each LOF vocabulary word using the definition that is appropriate for the context of the
book. Also, write a sentence using each word appropriately and underline it.
48) acrid, 49) cordon, 50) epaulettes
4) Write an "I Am From" Poem, or an "Ego Tripping" poem, or make up your own format for a poem about
you. Minimum requirements: title, 15 lines long minimum, about you, must contain symbolism/symbols that
have meaning in your life story.
5) Please print out the MLA guide listed under unit 1, Sept., put it in your binder, and bring it to class.
Everybody should have printed out the class norms and the binder setup for 2009-2010. Cut up the
table of contents into individual sections & tape them onto the individual dividers. Also print a copy of
the table & put it in the front, before all the other sections, so you know what is in each section.
You can find the norms & table under Unit 1, Sept. I..
5th Period
1) Read the "Where I'm From" poem on page 22 in unit 1. Circle all the words that you don't understand.
Some of the words are generational jargon to you. Highlight or underline all the clues the author gives
you to help you figure out where they are actually from. Finally, on page 23, write down where you
believe the author is from. Be ready to support your opinion with evidence from the poem.
2) Begin thinking about writing your own "I Am From" poem, or an "Ego Tripping" poem, or make up your
own format for a poem about you. the minimum requirements will be: title, 15 lines long minimum, about you,
must contain symbolism/symbols that have meaning in your life story.
3) Bring in your LOF books, extra notebook paper, tape & have your state standards in your binders.
Also bring in all the vocabulary & chapter quizzes we have taken.
4) Organize your stickies onto notebook paper into these sections: Section 1: questions & predictions,
Section 2: connections, Section 3: features of civilization, Section 4: social & cultural norms, Section 5:
morality. If you have written these items on paper instead of post-it notes, then create a key/legend for
them on the 1st page. The easiest thing to do would be to color code each response category. We will
be using the state standards to identify which skills you have been practicing as you read.
5) Please print out the MLA guide listed under unit 1, Sept., put it in your binder, and bring it to class.
Everybody should have printed out the class norms and the binder setup for 2009-2010. Cut up the
table of contents into individual sections & tape them onto the individual dividers. Also print a copy of
the table & put it in the front, before all the other sections, so you know what is in each section.
You can find the norms & table under Unit 1, Sept. I..
6th Period
1) Read the "Where I'm From" poem on page 22 in unit 1. Circle all the words that you don't understand.
Some of the words are generational jargon to you. Highlight or underline all the clues the author gives
you to help you figure out where they are actually from. Finally, on page 23, write down where you
believe the author is from. Be ready to support your opinion with evidence from the poem.
2) Begin thinking about writing your own "I Am From" poem, or an "Ego Tripping" poem, or make up your
own format for a poem about you. the minimum requirements will be: title, 15 lines long minimum, about you,
must contain symbolism/symbols that have meaning in your life story.
3) Bring in your LOF books, extra notebook paper, tape & have your state standards in your binders.
Also bring in all the vocabulary & chapter quizzes we have taken.
4) Organize your stickies onto notebook paper into these sections: Section 1: questions & predictions,
Section 2: connections, Section 3: features of civilization, Section 4: social & cultural norms, Section 5:
morality. If you have written these items on paper instead of post-it notes, then create a key/legend for
them on the 1st page. The easiest thing to do would be to color code each response category. We will
be using the state standards to identify which skills you have been practicing as you read.
5) Please print out the MLA guide listed under unit 1, Sept., put it in your binder, and bring it to class.
Everybody should have printed out the class norms and the binder setup for 2009-2010. Cut up the
table of contents into individual sections & tape them onto the individual dividers. Also print a copy of
the table & put it in the front, before all the other sections, so you know what is in each section.
You can find the norms & table under Unit 1, Sept. I..
Friday 10-2
1st Period
1) Read L.O.F. pp. 183-202.
2) As you read you need to "sticky note" for each lit. term you find, as well as interesting or unusual diction
and syntax the author uses. Also, make 1 prediction. You also need to identify the features of
civilization that the boys establish, uphold, work against, or eliminate. Additionally, identify a social & cultural
norm the boys had or have adopted or discarded, along with evidence of morality. (So, you're sticky noting for 7
things, not including lit. terms.)
3) Vocabulary: Define each LOF vocabulary word using the definition that is appropriate for the context of the
book. Also, write a sentence using each word appropriately and underline it. 48) acrid, 49) cordon, 50)
epaulettes
4) Bring in your LOF books, extra notebook paper, tape & have your state standards in your binders.
4th Period
1) Bring in your LOF books, extra notebook paper, tape & have your state standards in your binders.
2) Begin thinking about writing your own "I Am From" poem, or an "Ego Tripping" poem, or make up your
own format for a poem about you. the minimum requirements will be: title, 15 lines long minimum, about you,
must contain symbolism/symbols that have meaning in your life story.
6th Period
1) Read L.O.F. pp. 183-202.
2) As you read you need to "sticky note" for each lit. term you find, as well as interesting or unusual diction
and syntax the author uses. Also, make 1 prediction. You also need to identify the features of
civilization that the boys establish, uphold, work against, or eliminate. Additionally, identify a social & cultural
norm the boys had or have adopted or discarded, along with evidence of morality. (So, you're sticky noting for 7
things, not including lit. terms.)
3) Vocabulary: Define each LOF vocabulary word using the definition that is appropriate for the context of the
book. Also, write a sentence using each word appropriately and underline it. 48) acrid, 49) cordon, 50)
epaulettes
4) Begin thinking about writing your own "I Am From" poem, or an "Ego Tripping" poem, or make up your
own format for a poem about you. the minimum requirements will be: title, 15 lines long minimum, about you,
must contain symbolism/symbols that have meaning in your life story.
Wed. 9-30
1st Period
1)
Read L.O.F. pp. 169-182.
2) As you read you need to "sticky note" for each lit. term you find, as well as interesting or unusual diction
and syntax the author uses. Also, make 1 prediction. You also need to identify the features of
civilization that the boys establish, uphold, work against, or eliminate. Additionally, identify a social & cultural
norm the boys had or have adopted or discarded, along with evidence of morality. (So, you're sticky noting for 7
things, not including lit. terms.)
4) Vocabulary: Define each LOF vocabulary word using the definition that is appropriate for the context of the
book. Also, write a sentence using each word appropriately and underline it. 43) uminous, 44) myopia, 45)
quavered, 46) parried, 47) talisman
3rd Period
1) Read L.O.F. pp. 155-168.
2) As you read you need to "sticky note" for each lit. term you find, as well as interesting or unusual diction
and syntax the author uses. Also, make 1 prediction. You also need to identify the features of civilization that
the boys establish, uphold, work against, or eliminate. Additionally, identify a social & cultural norm the boys
had or have adopted or discarded, along with evidence of morality. (So, you're sticky noting for 7 things, not including lit.
terms.)
3) Vocabulary: Define each LOF vocabulary word using the definition that is appropriate for the context of the
book. Also, write a sentence using each word appropriately and underline it. 43) uminous, 44) myopia, 45)
quavered, 46) parried, 47) talisman
5th Period
1) Read L.O.F. pp. 183-202.
2) As you read you need to "sticky note" for each lit. term you find, as well as interesting or unusual diction
and syntax the author uses. Also, make 1 prediction. You also need to identify the features of
civilization that the boys establish, uphold, work against, or eliminate. Additionally, identify a social & cultural
norm the boys had or have adopted or discarded, along with evidence of morality. (So, you're sticky noting for 7
things, not including lit. terms.)
3) Vocabulary: Define each LOF vocabulary word using the definition that is appropriate for the context of the
book. Also, write a sentence using each word appropriately and underline it.48) acrid, 49) cordon, 50) epaulettes
6th Period
1) Read L.O.F. pp. 169-182.
2) As you read you need to "sticky note" for each lit. term you find, as well as interesting or unusual diction
and syntax the author uses. Also, make 1 prediction. You also need to identify the features of
civilization that the boys establish, uphold, work against, or eliminate. Additionally, identify a social & cultural
norm the boys had or have adopted or discarded, along with evidence of morality. (So, you're sticky noting for 7
things, not including lit. terms.)
3) Vocabulary: Define each LOF vocabulary word using the definition that is appropriate for the context of the
book. Also, write a sentence using each word appropriately and underline it.
48) acrid, 49) cordon, 50) epaulettes
Tuesday 9-29
1st Period
1) Final draft (yes, really this time), of quilt square paper is due. Bring all your rough drafts with you to prove
you revised.
2) Read L.O.F. pp. 124-168.
3) As you read you need to "sticky note" for each lit. term you find, as well as interesting or unusual diction
and syntax the author uses. Also, make 1 prediction. You also need to identify the features of
civilization that the boys establish, uphold, work against, or eliminate. Additionally, identify a social & cultural
norm the boys had or have adopted or discarded, along with evidence of morality. (So, you're sticky noting for 7
things, not including lit. terms.)
4) Vocabulary: Define each LOF vocabulary word using the definition that is appropriate for the context of the
book. Also, write a sentence using each word appropriately and underline it. 34) gesticulate, 35) myopia, 36)
devastate, 37)elaborate, 38)acrid, 39) impervious, 40) fervor, 41) corpulent, 42) compelled
5) Read the poem "Ego Tripping" and highlight & margin note for diction, syntax, symbolism & cultural
references. Please write on the actual text.
4th Period
1) Final draft (yes, really this time), of quilt square paper is due. Bring all your rough drafts with you to prove
you revised.
2) Read L.O.F. pp. 169-182.
3) As you read you need to "sticky note" for each lit. term you find, as well as interesting or unusual diction
and syntax the author uses. Also, make 1 prediction. You also need to identify the features of
civilization that the boys establish, uphold, work against, or eliminate. Additionally, identify a social & cultural
norm the boys had or have adopted or discarded, along with evidence of morality. (So, you're sticky noting for 7
things, not including lit. terms.)
4) Vocabulary: Define each LOF vocabulary word using the definition that is appropriate for the context of the
book. Also, write a sentence using each word appropriately and underline it.48) acrid, 49) cordon, 50) epaulettes
5) Read the poem "Ego Tripping" and highlight & margin note for diction, syntax, symbolism & cultural
references. Please write on the actual text.
6th Period
1) Final draft (yes, really this time), of quilt square paper is due. Bring all your rough drafts with you to prove
you revised.
2) Read L.O.F. pp. 145-168.
3) As you read you need to "sticky note" for each lit. term you find, as well as interesting or unusual diction
and syntax the author uses. Also, make 1 prediction. You also need to identify the features of
civilization that the boys establish, uphold, work against, or eliminate. Additionally, identify a social & cultural
norm the boys had or have adopted or discarded, along with evidence of morality. (So, you're sticky noting for 7
things, not including lit. terms.)
4) Vocabulary: Define each LOF vocabulary word using the definition that is appropriate for the context of the
book. Also, write a sentence using each word appropriately and underline it. 43) uminous, 44) myopia, 45)
quavered, 46) parried, 47) talisman
5) Read the poem "Ego Tripping" and highlight & margin note for diction, syntax, symbolism & cultural
references. Please write on the actual text.
Monday 9-28
3rd Period
1) Final draft (yes, really this time), of quilt square paper is due. Bring all your rough drafts with you to prove
you revised.
2) Read L.O.F. pp. 124-154.
3) As you read you need to "sticky note" for each lit. term you find, as well as interesting or unusual diction
and syntax the author uses. Also, make 1 prediction. You also need to identify the features of
civilization that the boys establish, uphold, work against, or eliminate. Additionally, identify a social & cultural
norm the boys had or have adopted or discarded, along with evidence of morality. (So, you're sticky noting for 7
things, not including lit. terms.)
4) Vocabulary: Define each LOF vocabulary word using the definition that is appropriate for the context of the
book. Also, write a sentence using each word appropriately and underline it. 42) compelled
4th Period
1) Final draft (yes, really this time), of quilt square paper is due. Bring all your rough drafts with you to prove
you revised.
2) Read L.O.F. pp. 145-168.
3) As you read you need to "sticky note" for each lit. term you find, as well as interesting or unusual diction
and syntax the author uses. Also, make 1 prediction. You also need to identify the features of
civilization that the boys establish, uphold, work against, or eliminate. Additionally, identify a social & cultural
norm the boys had or have adopted or discarded, along with evidence of morality. (So, you're sticky noting for 7
things, not including lit. terms.)
4) Vocabulary: Define each LOF vocabulary word using the definition that is appropriate for the context of the book. Also, write a
sentence using each word appropriately and underline it. 42) compelled, 43) uminous, 44) myopia, 45) quavered, 46)
parried, 47) talisman
5) Read the poem "Ego Tripping" and highlight & margin note for diction, syntax, symbolism & cultural
references. Please write on the actual text.
5th Period
1) Final draft (yes, really this time), of quilt square paper is due. Bring all your rough drafts with you to prove
you revised.
2) Read L.O.F. pp. 154-182.
3) As you read you need to "sticky note" for each lit. term you find, as well as interesting or unusual diction
and syntax the author uses. Also, make 1 prediction. You also need to identify the features of
civilization that the boys establish, uphold, work against, or eliminate. Additionally, identify a social & cultural
norm the boys had or have adopted or discarded, along with evidence of morality. (So, you're sticky noting for 7
things, not including lit. terms.)
4) Vocabulary: Define each LOF vocabulary word using the definition that is appropriate for the context of the
book. Also, write a sentence using each word appropriately and underline it. 42) compelled, 43) uminous,
44) myopia, 45) quavered, 46) parried, 47) talisman
Friday 9-25
1st Period:
1) Read L.O.F. pp. 124-144.
2) As you read you need to "sticky note" for each lit. term you find and make 1 prediction. You also need to
identify the features of civilization that the boys establish, uphold, work against, or eliminate. Additionally,
identify a social & cultural norm the boys had or have adopted, along with evidence of morality. (So, you're sticky
noting for 4 things, not including lit. terms.)
3) Vocabulary: Define each using the definition that is appropriate for the context of the book. Also, write a
sentence using each word appropriately and underline it. 34) gesticulate, 35) myopia, 36) devastate, 37
elaborate, 38)acrid, 39) impervious, 40) fervor, 41) corpulent
3rd Period
Quilt Square assignment: Everybody - 1) Revise, Again, your quilt square paragraph, type it, & bring the final copy to class, along with your rough draft(s). Make sure to explain the symbols/images you chose are significant, how those symbols/images represent your culture & who they are as a person. Remember to include information about culture - region, country, western world, subcultures (i.e. military culture, culture of the church, sects within a group, etc.) Be prepared to share & explain their squares with a sml. grp. or in a gallery walk setting.
1) Read L.O.F. pp. 109-123.
2) As you read you need to "sticky note" for each lit. term you find, as well as interesting or unusual diction
and syntax the author uses. Also, make 1 prediction. You also need to start identifying the features of
civilization that the boys establish, uphold, work against, or eliminate. Additionally, identify a social & cultural
norm the boys had or have adopted, along with evidence of morality. (So, you're sticky noting for 7 things, not including
lit. terms.)
3) Vocabulary: Define each LOF vocabulary word using the definition that is appropriate for the context of the
book. Also, write a sentence using each word appropriately and underline it. 26) iridescent, 27) corruption, 28)
tremulous, 29) steadfast, 30) vex, 31) rebuke, 32) demure, 33) sauntered
5th Period
Quilt Square assignment: Everybody - 1) Revise, Again, your quilt square paragraph, type it, & bring the final copy to class, along with your rough draft(s). Make sure to explain the symbols/images you chose are significant, how those symbols/images represent your culture & who they are as a person. Remember to include information about culture - region, country, western world, subcultures (i.e. military culture, culture of the church, sects within a group, etc.) Be prepared to share & explain their squares with a sml. grp. or in a gallery walk setting.
1) Read L.O.F. pp. 145-154.
2) As you read you need to "sticky note" for each lit. term you find, as well as interesting or unusual diction
and syntax the author uses. Also, make 1 prediction. You also need to start identifying the features of
civilization that the boys establish, uphold, work against, or eliminate. Additionally, identify a social & cultural
norm the boys had or have adopted, along with evidence of morality. (So, you're sticky noting for 7 things, not including
lit. terms.)
3) Vocabulary: Define each LOF vocabulary word using the definition that is appropriate for the context of the
book. Also, write a sentence using each word appropriately and underline it. 34) gesticulate, 35) myopia, 36)
devastate, 37)elaborate, 38)acrid, 39) impervious, 40) fervor, 41) corpulent
6th Period
1) Read L.O.F. pp. 109-123.
2) As you read you need to "sticky note" for each lit. term you find, as well as interesting or unusual diction
and syntax the author uses. Also, make 1 prediction. You also need to start identifying the features of
civilization that the boys establish, uphold, work against, or eliminate. Additionally, identify a social & cultural
norm the boys had or have adopted, along with evidence of morality. (So, you're sticky noting for 7 things, not including
lit. terms.)
3) Vocabulary: Define each LOF vocabulary word using the definition that is appropriate for the context of the
book. Also, write a sentence using each word appropriately and underline it. 42) compelled
Thursday 9-24
1st Period:
Quilt Square assignment: Everybody - 1) Revise, Again, your quilt square paragraph, type it, & bring the final copy to class, along with your rough draft(s). Make sure to explain the symbols/images you chose are significant, how those symbols/images represent your culture & who they are as a person. Remember to include information about culture - region, country, western world, subcultures (i.e. military culture, culture of the church, sects within a group, etc.) Be prepared to share & explain their squares with a sml. grp. or in a gallery walk setting.
1) Read L.O.F. pp. 109-123.
2) As you read you need to "sticky note" for each lit. term you find and make 1 prediction. You also need to
identify the features of civilization that the boys establish, uphold, work against, or eliminate. Additionally,
identify a social & cultural norm the boys had or have adopted, along with evidence of morality. (So, you're
sticky noting for 4 things, not including lit. terms.)
3) Vocabulary: Define each using the definition that is appropriate for the context of the book. Also, write a sentence using each
word appropriately and underline it. 26)iridescent, 27) corruption, 28) tremulous, 29) steadfast, 30) vex, 31) rebuke,
32) demure, 33) sauntered
4) Revise your quilt square paragraph, type it, & bring the final copy to class, along with your rough draft(s).
4th Period:
Quilt Square assignment: Everybody - 1) Revise, Again, your quilt square paragraph, type it, & bring the final copy to class, along with your rough draft(s). Make sure to explain the symbols/images you chose are significant, how those symbols/images represent your culture & who they are as a person. Remember to include information about culture - region, country, western world, subcultures (i.e. military culture, culture of the church, sects within a group, etc.) Be prepared to share & explain their squares with a sml. grp. or in a gallery walk setting.
1) Read L.O.F. pp. 124-144.
2) As you read you need to "sticky note" for each lit. term you find and make 1 prediction. You also need to
identify the features of civilization that the boys establish, uphold, work against, or eliminate. Additionally,
identify a social & cultural norm the boys had or have adopted, along with evidence of morality. (So, you're
sticky noting for 4 things, not including lit. terms.)
3) Vocabulary: Define each LOF vocabulary word using the definition that is appropriate for the context of the book. Also, write a
sentence using each word appropriately and underline it. 34) gesticulate, 35) myopia, 36) devastate, 37)elaborate, 38
acrid, 39) impervious, 40) fervor, 41) corpulent
6th Period
1) Bring in your final quilt square draft, along with your rough drafts & actual squares.
2) Read L.O.F. pp. 124-144.
3) same as 4th period
4) Vocabulary: Define each LOF vocabulary word using the definition that is appropriate for the context of the book. Also, write a
sentence using each word appropriately and underline it. 34) gesticulate, 35) myopia, 36) devastate, 37)elaborate, 38
acrid, 39) impervious, 40) fervor, 41) corpulent
5) Fil in the graphic organizer on page 20 of unit 1. Words & phrases are fine,
Wed. 9-23
4th Period:
1) Final drafts of quilt squares due. Bring rough drafts to staple to it, along with your quilt square itself.
2) Read L.O.F. pp. 109-123.
3) As you read you need to "sticky note" for each lit. term you find and make 1 prediction. You also need to
identify the features of civilization that the boys establish, uphold, work against, or eliminate. Additionally,
identify a social & cultural norm the boys had or have adopted, along with evidence of morality. (So, you're sticky
noting for 4 things, not including lit. terms.)
4) Vocabulary: Define each LOF vocabulary word using the definition that is appropriate for the context of the
book. Also, write a sentence using each word appropriately and underline it. 26)iridescent, 27) corruption, 28)
tremulous, 29) steadfast, 30) vex, 31) rebuke, 32) demure, 33) sauntered
5th Period
1) Revise your quilt square paragraph, type it, & bring the final copy to class, along with your rough draft(s). Make sure to
explain the symbols/images you chose are significant, how those symbols/images represent your culture & who
they are as a person. Remember to include information about culture - region, country, western world,
subcultures (i.e. military culture, culture of the church, sects within a group, etc.) Be prepared to share & explain
their squares with a sml. grp. or in a gallery walk setting.
2) Read L.O.F. pp. 124-144.
3) As you read you need to "sticky note" for each lit. term you find, as well as interesting or unusual diction
and syntax the author uses. Also, make 1 prediction. You also need to start identifying the features of
civilization that the boys establish, uphold, work against, or eliminate. Additionally, identify a social & cultural
norm the boys had or have adopted, along with evidence of morality. (So, you're sticky noting for 7 things, not
including lit. terms.)
4) Vocabulary: Define each LOF vocabulary word using the definition that is appropriate for the context of the book. Also, write a
sentence using each word appropriately and underline it. 34) gesticulate, 35) myopia, 36 devastate, 37)elaborate, 38
acrid, 39) impervious, 40) fervor, 41) corpulent
LOF vocab. for chapters 1&21) enmity, 2) bastion, 3) hiatus, 4) ebullience, 5) recrimination, 6) tumult, 7) tirade,
8) indignant, 9) inscrutable, 10) flaunt, 11) furtive, 12) incredulous, 13) irrelevance, 14) implication, 15)
malevolent, 16) taboo.
LOF Vocabulary for chpt. 3& 4: 17) obscure, 18) inarticulate, 19) jeer, 20) uncompromising, 21) relentless,22)
infuriating, 23) covert, 24) infinite, 25) impervious
LOF Vocabulary for chpt. 5-7: 26) iridescent, 27) corruption, 28) tremulous, 29) steadfast, 30 vex, 31) rebuke,
32) demure, 33) sauntered
LOF Vocabulary for chpt. 8&9 34) gesticulate, 35) myopia, 36) devastate, 37)elaborate, 38)acrid, 39) impervious, 40) fervor, 41) corpulent
LOF Vocabulary for chpt. 10 42) compelled
LOF Vocabulary for chpt. 11 43) uminous, 44) myopia, 45) quavered, 46) parried, 47) talisman
LOF Vocabulary for chpt. 12 48) acrid, 49) cordon, 50) epaulettes
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