English 11
- Be ready for Wednesday's test on subject-verb agreement. Review your handouts and examine the following websites
- We're starting a compare and contrast essay that compares Homer Hickam Jr's October Sky to the 1999 movie version. If you're going to be missing classes this week, try to find a copy of the Jake Gyllenhaal movie and watch it. While you're watching it, take as many notes as possible on the differences and similarities between the two versions. A T-chart titled "Similarities" and "Differences" will help.
- Can't get access to the movie? Please email me as soon as possible.
- Did you miss the final October Sky test? Read to the end of October Sky. Finish the Part 4 Study Guide and be ready for Monday's final October Sky test.
- In preparation for the paragraph, review the themes of the novel and the themes page on the back of the study guide.
- When you're ready, complete this online crossword puzzle for Part 4.
- If you didn't finish the questions for "Gentlemen, Your Verdict" or "Behind the Headlines", please see me for alternate assignments.
