Monday, November 4, 2019

English 10 Blocks 1/2: Homework for Wednesday
  • Be ready for Thursday's 2nd vocabulary test.
  • Re-read Romeo and Juliet up to 1.5.71.

English 12 Block 3: Homework for Tuesday

  • Finish your outlines for your two essay topics. Next class is Tuesday, and on Tuesday we will write the essay. You can use the following items on Tuesday:
    • Outline Sheets [You must have both outlines ready! No exceptions!]
      • We will flip a coin to see which one you write!
      • Click here for an extra outline sheet.
    • Quote Sheet [You need two quotes that are properly blended into your essay.]
    • UTROD Vocab Sheets [You'll be given up to three bonus marks if you can use three separate UTROD vocabulary words properly. You may use any version of the word.] 
  • Brainstorm both of your two chosen essay topics using a T-chart (+ | -). Find at least 7-8 points in favour of your essay topic, plus a few points that dispute it.
  • Blend your six quotations using the three blending methods we discussed today. Use two quotations for each blending method. 
    • Be ready for next week's editing exam!

    English 12 Block 4 Linear: Homework for Thursday (Nov. 7)
    • Read Chp. 19 AND 20 of UTROD and finish the 3rd study guide.
    • Be ready for the spelling quiz on Wed., Nov. 6!
      • 1. beginning
      • 2. business
      • 3. commitment
      • 4. competition
      • 5. conscientious
      • 6. definitely 
      • 7. disappointed
      • 8. dying
      • 9. embarrassment
      • 10. guarantee
      • 11. hierarchy 
      • 12. immediately
      • 13. independence
      • 14. inevitable
      • 15. loneliness
      • 16. necessary 
      • 17. nostalgia
      • 18. obstacle
      • 19. occurred
      • 20. optimistic
      • 21. perseverance 
      • 22. privilege
      • 23. publicly
      • 24. recommend
      • 25. rhythm