English 8:
Silent reading.
Read “August Heat” by William Fryer Harvey; complete analysis sheet together as a class. This story is a photocopy; if you missed today’s class, get a copy from me when I see you next to catch up with your work.
Analysis questions # 2 and #5 (on the photocopy) – due Thurs.
Short story terminology quiz at the start of class Thurs. Please ensure you review the terms from the Short Story Terminology booklet that was handed out before the break.
English 11FP:
Discuss the Australian residential school system and parallels to the system used in Canada.
FILM STUDY: begin watching “Rabbit Proof Fence” (on Amazon Prime) [40 mins today] while taking notes on similarities and differences you see to the film, “Indian Horse” and to the Canadian Residential School system at large. Note taking skills will be assessed for this film study component.
English 12:
Read p. 17-39 in MW.
Part 4-6 analysis (for portfolio):
1)Page 27 of the text explores the concept of ”father” versus “dad.” Can you be one without the other? Explain.
2)What does the gun symbolize in Part 6? Justify your response.