English 11 Block 1: Homework for Thursday
- Finish your notes on "I go Along". Aim for at least 3 -5 for each category. /10 marks
- If you missed the "confused words" test on Wednesday, see me ASAP!
- If you missed Monday's short story test, review your notes on
- theme, symbols, characters, conflict, POV, plot and irony.
English 10 Blocks 2/3: Homework for Thursday
- Finish the questions for "A Way up to Heaven".
- 1. Describe the two main characters of the story and the story’s setting.
- 2. What happens to Mr. Foster at the end of the story? Explain!
- 3. Why is it so important that the servants are sent on holidays?
- 4. What is ironic or unexpected about Mr. Foster’s demise (i.e. death)? (Think about Mrs. Foster’s personality.)
- 5. Has Mrs. Foster committed a crime? Why or why not?
- BONUS:
- 6. Explain one hint in the middle of the story (i.e. a foreshadow) that gives us a clue about the ending.
- Answer in full sentences. Do not start with “because”, “so”, “that”, “which” or “then”. You’ll receive up to two marks each.
- If you haven't finished the "Grace Period" assignment, please see Mr. Koehn for the alternate assignment ASAP!
- If you missed the "Belonging to the Dragon" quiz, ask Mr. Koehn for the alternate assignment ASAP.
- Review your notes on POV, plot and characters.
- If you missed the quiz on "Lenses", see Mr. Koehn for the alternate assignment ASAP!
English 12 Block 4 Linear: Homework for Thursday
- Study for Thursday's quiz on Maya Angelou's "Grandmother's Victory".
- If you were away, give me a hard copy of your paragraph. It must respond in a pro-con fashion to the following question: Is euthanasia (doctor assisted suicide) justified?
- If you were away, drop by and get the handout on gender biased language.
