English 7/8-Period 4 Assignments

Take time to reflect on this historic year. What do you believe you have learned through Distance Learning and how might this affect your life moving forward? (Does not have to be directly related to English class) 


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We are beginning a Mini-Unit on Poetry. Some of this may be very familiar and some completely new. 
You may work on this in groups or independently. 

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Submit you video or a link to your video for your speech here. 

Instead of presenting to the class you will be required to submit a link to a video of your speech. 
We will get in groups on Thursday to practice and get feedback.
You will actually submit the video next week (Monday).

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Group Discussion will be on Friday 

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1. What is your current grade?
2. What grade do you desire to have at the end of the semester?
3. List your missing assignments:
4. What habits or skills lead you to the current grade you have?
5. What is your plan for earning the grade you desire?

1. Read or Listen to the Newspeak Appendix at the end of 1984 (linked here)
2. Answer the questions attached. hand written only.

If you lived in Oceania would you rather be a Prole or a high-ranking Party member? Why?
2 highlighted quotes minimum
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1. As Winston waits in the jail cell in the Ministry of Love, he meets the poet Ampleforth and his neighbor Parsons. What are they in for?
2. For the Party, does the past have a real existence?
3. Winston wonders why they are torturing him if they are just going to kill him anyway. What is O’Brien’s answer?
4. What, according to O’Brien, is the purpose of the Party?
5. Winston thinks he is making progress. He is learning to practice crimestop. What is his ultimate motive for learning crimestop?
6. Winston has a setback. In a daydream, he cries out. What does he say?
7. What happens to Winston after his daydream and setback?
8. What is waiting for Winston in Room 101?
9. What does Room 101 ultimately make Winston do?
10. Winston meets Julia at the end of the book. What happens

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1. Complete Grid with Group
2. Complete Paragraph writing independently.

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We will read throughout classes and discuss questions.

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We will read throughout classes and discuss questions.

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Does NOT have to be hand written.

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We will read throughout classes and discuss questions.

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We will read throughout classes and discuss questions.

Handwritten Only. Answers should reflect the question or you can simply copy the question.


1. What does the dark-haired girl write on the note she gives to Winston?
2. In the beginning of the relationship between Winston and Julia, who seems to be in charge? Why?
3. Where is Winston and Julia’s regular hide-out?
4. What does Julia wear that surprises Winston?
5. What kind of boy was Winston?
6. Why is it surprising that O’Brien makes a reference to Symes?
7. Describe how life is different for an Inner Party member than an Outer Party member.
8. Why did Winston have to work for ninety hours in five days?
9. Why is the war never-ending?
10. What is the primary purpose of modern warfare?
11. What are the two great aims of the Party?
12. What three groups have humans been divided into since before history?
13. What are the four ways a ruling group can fall from power?
14. What is the biggest threat to Big Brother?
15. Who is Big Brother?

How and why does Julia’s outlook on life differ from Winston’s?

2 quotes with commentary minimum. Handwritten Only

Read through the articles and handwrite a half page analysis synthesizing the main message of the articles. 2 quotes minimum. You may do additional research if you think it necessary.

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We will read throughout classes and discuss questions.
All answers for the Ch X Questions are in Ch 9. I apologize for the confusion.

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We will read throughout classes and discuss questions.

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We will read throughout classes and discuss questions.

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1. Why does Winston want to keep a diary despite the fact that he may be punished by death because of it?
2. Why are parents often afraid of their children?
3. What does O’Brien say to Winston in his dream?
4. What is the significance of the scene where Winston is scolded by the exercise instructor for not touching his toes?
5. What is Winston’s job in the Ministry of Truth?
6. Who specifically does Winston think might be part of the thought police?
7. What happens to people that have been vaporized?
8. Describe marriage in 1984.
9. Why does Winston believe “If there is hope, it lies in the proles”?
10. What is the Chestnut Tree Cafe?
11. Who are Jones, Aaronson, and Rutherford?
12. What does Winston mean when he writes, “I understand HOW. I do not understand WHY.”

How would you feel if your own television monitored your every act and commented, as it does with Winston when he’s doing his “Physical Jerks”?
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2 quotes with commentary minimum

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We will read throughout classes and discuss questions.

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We will read throughout classes and discuss questions.

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We will read throughout classes and discuss questions.

Handwritten answers to the questions will be collected for part 1all together.
We will read throughout classes and discuss questions.

Handwritten answers to the questions will be collected for part 1all together.
We will read throughout classes and discuss questions.

Handwritten answers to the questions will be collected for part 1all together.
We will read throughout classes and discuss questions.

Handwritten answers to the questions will be collected for part 1 in about 5 classes.
We will read throughout classes and discuss questions.

1. Take handwritten notes of the "Political Concepts" Lecture
2. Read "Before Reading: Define Orwellian and Submit a handwritten Quick Write

Do you think justice has been served at the end of the play? Why or why not? 2 highlighted quotes minimum with commentary. Handwritten.

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A "foil character" is a character who, through contrast, highlights the distinctive characteristics of another. In a paragraph compare and contrast Laertes and Hamlet, and explain how Laertes serves as a foil to Hamlet. 2 highlighted quotes minimum.

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Some critics believe that the reappearance of the ghost supports the theory that Hamlet is cowardly. In a paragraph, explain whether you agree or disagree, and why. 2 quotes with commentary minimum. Cite and Highlight your quotes.

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Write a paragraph analyzing the behavior and motives of one of the following characters: Polonius, Claudius, Gertrude, or Ophelia. Explain what the character hopes to gain or achieve by acting as he or she does.
Handwritten. Highlight quotes. Cite Properly (1.5.55)

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In a paragraph, describe the character of (young) Hamlet as shown in Act I. Support your ideas with examples from the play.

Handwritten. Highlight quotes. Cite Properly (1.5.55)

Read Act I and answer the attached questions.
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May digitally Handwrite (For example using a tablet or stylus)

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May Digitally Handwrite (For example using a stylus and tablet)

Choose one:

1. How is marriage represented in Pride and Prejudice? Do eighteenth-century men and women approach marriage in different ways? Discuss three couples to illustrate the different versions of marriage presented in the novel.

2. Explain how Lydia’s relationship with Wickham affects the courtship of Darcy and Elizabeth together or keep them apart?

3. Explore Jane Austen’s use of satire in the novel. Why does she use satire? What kind of people are most often the objects of her satiric commentary? Choose at least two characters, and discuss how they are targets of Jane Austen’s satire.

4. Discuss the significance of the novel’s title. Begin by defining the words pride and prejudice. Then, review the novel for examples of each to illustrate your ideas.

NOTE: 500 words Double-Spaced MAX. If you go over 500 words I will not read it. This is about 2 pages. Things like your name and date do not count towards the word count.
MLA Style. Highlight your quotes. Typed.

Here are some suggestions but not requirements for structure:
SAMPLE ESSAY STRUCTURE :
Paragraph 1: Introduction
Paragraph 2: Body Paragraph 1
Paragraph 3: Body Paragraph 2
Paragraph 4: Body Paragraph 3
Paragraph 5: Conclusion

SAMPLE BODY PARAGRAPH STRUCTURE:
Topic Sentence
Textual Evidence (quote with page number)
Commentary (2-3 sentences)
Textual Evidence (quote with page number)
Commentary (2-3 sentences)
Concluding Sentence

Here are some videos that are great at breaking this down for you!
How to write an Introduction with worksheets
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FGU5Tkh-Rvg

How to write body paragraphs with worksheets:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UGM_TZQpIyk

How to write a Conclusion with worksheets:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NBiiRrgZJfk

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Remember you only need 1 entry for all three chapters.
Remember to Highlight your Critical Lens

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Remember you only need 1 entry for all three chapters.
Remember to Highlight your Critical Lens

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Remember you only need 1 entry for all three chapters.
Remember to Highlight your Critical Lens

Handwritten Only.
Remember you only need 1 entry for all three chapters.
Remember to Highlight your Critical Lens

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Handwritten Only.
Remember you only need 1 entry for all three chapters.
Remember to Highlight your Critical Lens

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Handwritten Only.
Remember you only need 1 entry for all three chapters.
Remember to Highlight your Critical Lens

Hand written only

Handwritten Only.
Remember you only need 1 entry for all three chapters.
Remember to Highlight your Critical Lens

Handwritten Only.
Remember you only need 1 entry for all three chapters.
Remember to Highlight your Critical Lens

Handwritten Only.
Remember you only need 1 entry for all three chapters.
Remember to Highlight your Critical Lens

Handwritten Only.
Remember you only need 1 entry for all three chapters.
Remember to Highlight your Critical Lens

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Handwritten Only.
Remember you only need 1 entry for all three chapters.

Handwritten Only.
Remember you only need 1 entry for all three chapters.

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Remember you only need 1 entry for all three chapters.

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Submit your handwritten notes and activity here

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Remember you only need 1 entry for all three chapters.

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Remember you only need 1 entry for all three chapters.

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1. Discussion Questions should occur in Zoom
2. Don't forget the Writing Activity at the bottom!
3. Handwritten Responses Only

1: Read Ch 7-9. Attached is the text and audio book.
2: Complete one Handwritten Dialectical Journal
3: Take a scan or picture and submit

NOTE: Your next entry should be right below your first entry. These are "running" journals. They should not be on separate pieces of paper.

1: Read Ch 10-12. Attached is the text and audio book.
2: Complete one Handwritten Dialectical Journal
3: Take a scan or picture and submit

NOTE: Your next entry should be right below your first entry. These are "running" journals. They should not be on separate pieces of paper.

1: Read Ch 4-6. Attached is the text and audio book.
2: Complete one Handwritten Dialectical Journal for Ch 4-6.
3: Take a scan or picture and submit

NOTE: Your second entry should be right below your first entry. These are "running" journals. They should not be on separate pieces of paper.

1: Read Ch 1-3. Attached is the text and audiobook.
2: Complete one Handwritten Dialectical Journal for Ch 1-3.
3: Take a scan or picture and submit

In Jane Austen's novel Pride and Prejudice she reflects her life experience in the novel and even creates a character that reflects her own identity and life named Elizabeth Bennet.

1. Watch the linked Jane Austen Biodocumentary
2. Take a minimum of one page handwritten notes
3. Submit a picture of the handwritten notes

Using the Resource below. Create a Presentation that teaches each of the Critical Lenses. You may use Prezi, PowerPoint, Google Slides, Video etc.

Requirements:
---Each Critical Lens must be explained in YOUR own words using bullet points (presentation format should never have long paragraphs)
---Each Critical Lens must have a relevant image that helps to explain it better.
---Each Critical Lens must have an example with an explanation (examples can come from popular culture like movies or television or music etc.)
---Distinguish between your critical lenses with subtitles or colored slides or something to indicate each Critical Lens if you use more than one slide to explain each.

Critical Lenses to be included in your presentation:
1. Marxism
2. Postcolonialism
3. Feminism
4. Queer Theory and Homosociality (AKA feminist theory)
5. Ecocriticism
6. Affliction Theory
7. Psychoanalysis
8. Archetypal
9. Authorial
10. New Historicism

Note: You may use resources other than the one linked below in order to better understand the lens if you need more support.

Learn Something New

Step 1: Watch the Linked Video https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5MgBikgcWnY
Step 2: Handwrite a response to the following quote
Step 3: Take a Scan or Picture of your Handwritten response and submit on Google Classroom

“Contrary to what we believe, the best moments in our lives, are not the passive, receptive, relaxing times-- although such experiences can also be enjoyable, if we have worked hard to attain them. The best moments usually occur when a person’s body or mind is stretched to its limits in a voluntary effort to accomplish something difficult and worthwhile.” -Mihaly Ciskszentmihalyi from Flow: The Psychology of Optimal Experience

Think back on a time that you learned or experienced something new that was difficult at the time but worth it in the end. Describe that time and how that memory makes you feel looking back now.