English 12 (S2) Blocks 2/4: Homework for Tuesday
- Finish your second poetry paragraph, "Packing for the Future: Instructions".
- Include two to four properly blended quotations.
- Cite each quotation using the simple MLA system: "..." (line 5).
- Read this primer on introducing and citing quotes.
- Review the following poetry quizzes:
- Did you miss the final Gatsby test?
- Consider the following topics:
- 1. Is Jay Gatsby a sympathetic character?
- 2. How are Jay Gatsby and Sandor Hunyadi alike?
- 3. Who actually killed Gatsby?
- 4. Compare and contrast Baz Luhrmann’s movie version of The Great Gatsby to F. Scott Fitzgerald’s original novel.
English 10 Block 3: Homework for Tuesday
- If not done, choose one of the poems from the 11x17 sheet and, in a paragraph of 7-12 sentences, explain its theme. Include 2-3 short quotations with citations.
- Read this primer on introducing and citing quotes.
- Did you miss the Maus II test?
- Your essay was due last Tuesday. Is it done?
- Should 16 year-olds be treated like children or adults (or something in-between)?
English 12 Linear Block 1: Homework for Wednesday
- We are now starting our exam review. Show up to class! There will be marked assignments!
- Did you miss last Thursday's poetry exam?
- If you're missing some of the classroom notes, please review these online poetry notes.
- Review the following poetry quizzes:
- If not finished, complete the 3rd poetry paragraph for "November Sun".
- Include two to four properly blended quotations.
- Cite each quotation using the simple MLA system: "..." (line 5).
