English 12:
- short story terms quiz
- read “Invitations” by Carol Shields (p. 27)
- complete analysis sheet together as a class
English 8:
- finish reading Ch 1 in The Outsiders
- Ch 1 comprehension and analysis questions (due at the start of class Thurs): ** answer in full sentences **
- 1) What do you know about Ponyboy, Sodapop and Darry? Make a list for each character’s traits and qualities.
- 2) Who are the Socs? Who are the Greasers?
- 3) How do Ponyboy’s relationships with Darry and Sodapop differ? Explain.
- 4) Why is the gang important to Johnny?
- 5) How does Ponyboy react to what Sodapop tells him about Darry?
- 6) What does Ponyboy mean on page 18 when he says, “I lie to myself all the time”? Do you ever lie to yourself? Why or why not?
- we will be writing Letters to Self on Thursday! If you would like to bring special pens for your letter or stickers etc, please bring to class Thurs.
English 11FP:
- short story terms quiz
- note taking: themes and topics in First Peoples texts c’ont…
- watch “Storm” by Otyken and “Skoden” by Snotty Nose Rez Kids; discuss in groups which themes and topics are reflected in these two pieces