1.   Exposition

a.   Setting:

b.  Characters

c.   Conflict

2.   Rising Action

a.   Event 1

b.  Event 2

c.   Event 3

3.   Climax

4.   Resolution

Characterization 

1. Copy the definitions of the following types of characterization.

Direct Characterization: A direct description of a person’s character.

Indirect Characterization: A description of one’s character from an indirect source such as actions, thoughts, or other character’s dialogue.

**Remember, a character trait tells us something about a person’s character (honest, evil, trustworthy), not their physical appearance or even temporary emotions (tall, mad, etc.)

2. For each example, label indirect or direct characterization.  Also, list an appropriate character trait:

a)   The old man kicked the baby puppy. (indirect)

a.    Uncaring, abusive, mean, bitter, hateful.

b)  That woman is very nice.

c)   “I don’t trust, Bill.  He’s so dishonest.”

d)  “Did you hear that Bob donated money to help the baby seals?”

e)   The man glared at the singing child.

3. Copy a quote from “Most Dangerous Game” that shows what kind of person Rainsford is.

 Decide whether or not the following sentences are run-ons.  If they are, rewrite them as correct compound sentences.

1. I like to eat ice cream, I especially love chocolate.
2. The barn door flew open and I saw two owls looking at me.
3. Rats are creepy but mice aren’t.
4. Mary loves Tommy; Tommy loves Sharon.
5. I went on a run yesterday therefore my legs are tired.

1.Use the following quote and integrate it into a single sentence using all three methods of integration (TIE). 

a.Hint: Use a signal phrase (said, yelled, argued, asserted, claimed, etc.)

“Wait, wait, I left my hamster in the back seat” (Oates 12).

MDG and Cask

 Complete each sentence using a word from our vocab list.

1.   As the river flooded its banks, the          of the nearby town was imminent.

2.   The           was lost in the thick brush, for the hunters could not see through the foliage.

3.   Some students receive praise for good grades; others hope for a more                  reward.

4.   After the parents caught the smitten teens, the tension in the room was                 .

5.   It is           to argue with an              teenager and convince them to accept another’s view.

6.   In the wall of the old castle, there was a shallow                   where a statue once stood.

7.   The tall fence was built to               trespassers from entering the property.

8.   Most teachers do not               cell phone use in the classroom.

9.   If a student uses a cell phone in class, they will be met with swift                --work option.

10.                     It is impolite to                upon someone who is deep in conversation.  Those who do are             to social manners.

Theme Review  

While listening to the song, identify the theme and write a THEME STATEMENT.

Provide TWO lines which support the theme AND explain how they support it.

Lyrics

You look so defeated lying there in your new twin size bed
With a single pillow underneath your single head
I guess you decided that that old queen was more space than you would need
Now it's in the alley behind your apartment with a sign that says it's free

And I hope you have more luck with this than me

You used to think that someone would come along
And lay beside you in a space that they belong
But the other side of the mattress and box springs stayed like new
What's the point of holding onto what never gets used?

Other than a sick desire for self-abuse

And I try not to worry, but you've got me terrified
It's like your some kind of hurry to say goodbye, say goodbye, say goodbye

You look so defeated lying there in your new twin size bed
You look so defeated lying there in your new twin size bed

Commentary Practice

TS: In the short story “The Most Dangerous Game” by Richard Connell the protagonist, Rainsford, displays many acts of courage throughout his journey.

LI: Early in the story Rainsford falls off his yacht into the dark waters of the Caribbean Sea.

IQ: Panic could have engulfed him, but instead “a certain coolheadedness had come to him; it was not the first time he had been in a tight place” (Connell 4).

Read all 4 sets of commentary.  Rank them from strongest commentary to weakest.  You must be able to defend your rankings.

CM #1: Rainsford remains calm while facing a difficult and dangerous situation. His courage shows through; therefore, it helps him survive by showing no fear and allowing him to swim to a nearby island.

CM#2: Rainsford had been in other tight spots before, so he knew what to do.  He started swimming toward the sound of the gunshots and eventually reached Ship-Trap Island.

CM#3: Rainsford found himself in a dangerous situation; he was alone in the dangerous waters of the sea.  He could panic, but he chose not to; instead, he courageously started swimming.

For each sentence, write a sentence identifying the error in quote integration.  Also, identify the ONE sentence that is correct.

1.   “The two enemies stood glaring at another for a long silent moment” (Saki pg. 152), and then they were crushed by a tree. In the citation, “pg.” is not needed.  Only the digits.

2.   After meeting in the woods, “The two enemies stood glaring at another for a long silent moment.” (Saki 156)

3.   Ulrich and Georg found each other in the woods, “The two enemies stood glaring at another for a long silent moment” (Saki 156).

4.   Ulrich and Georg found each other, and “The two enemies stood glaring at another for a long silent moment” before the tree fell and pinned them to the ground.

5.   Suddenly, the men were face to face; “The two enemies stood glaring at another for a long silent moment” (Saki 156).

6.   Ulrich and Georg hoped to surprise the other one and get the upper hand however when they finally met, “The two enemies stood glaring at another for a long silent moment” (Saki 156)

Lead-Ins

Lead-Ins should introduce the context, or the background, for the upcoming quote.  Do not summarize too much of the story, but make sure everything referenced in the quote is clear.

In the short story “The Scarlet Ibis” by James Hurst, the narrator is a good brother to Doodle who provides Doodle with a richer, fuller life.

LI #1: Doodle is forced, by his brother, to practice standing until he can do it on his own because the narrator wants Doodle to have a better life and be able to walk on his own.

LI #2: The narrator is determined to teach Doodle to walk, and the two brothers practice standing day after day in Old Woman Swamp.

LI #3: Doodle is very sick and cannot do the things his brother would like him to do like walk, run, or swim.

LI #4: One day, the brothers are in Old Woman Swamp.

QUOTE: “Finally one day…[Doodle] stood alone for a few seconds.  When he fell, I grabbed him in my arms and hugged him, our laughter pealing though the swamp like a ringing bell (Hurst 174).

Compound Sentence Review

1.Define an Independent Clause.

2.Define a compound sentence.

3.Which of the following are compound sentences?

a. After the sun set, we went inside for hot chocolate.

b.Most animals live in the wild, but some live in the zoo.

c. I am allergic to cats; however, we own four of them.

d.John keeps his favorite toys in the closet.

e. I am scared of the dark; monsters stalk in the night.

4.Use the following independent clauses to form THREE types of compound sentences. (Use the 3 combining methods we learned yesterday)

a. I thought the movie was very good.

b.My sister wanted to leave after the first scene.

Run On Sentences 

Decide whether or not the following sentences are run-ons.  If they are, rewrite them as a correct sentence or sentences.  In some cases you will only need to add punctuation.  In other cases, you will need to rewrite the sentence.

1. I like to eat ice cream, I especially love chocolate.
2. The barn door flew open and I saw two owls looking at me then they flew away.
3. Rats are creepy but mice aren’t because they’re smaller.
4. Mary loves Tommy; Tommy loves Sharon.
5. I went on a run yesterday therefore my legs are tired.
6. Joe left the keys to his car in his ignition so his car was stolen, he called the police to report his stolen car, then the police found Joe’s car, but the radio was missing.

CD/CX Sentence Review

1.Label the following sentences as CD, CX, Run-On, or Fragment

a. The paper clip fell off my desk, and the janitor vacuumed it up.

b.Once the fire was out, we went to sleep.

c. The dog barked all night; therefore, I could not fall asleep.

d.I looked up at the stars and one shot across the sky.

e. If you see a ghost.

f.   I love the zoo; the monkeys are my favorite animal to see.

g. We sang late into the night after eating a great dinner.

h. The desks are out of order, and the chairs are scattered.

i.    The dogs ate the last of the pie, the cats went hungry.

TOPIC SENTENCE:

Although many believe Edgar Allan Poe died from                             ,

                                                                                        False Cause of Death

Poe’s death was actually caused by                           because

                                                                Real Cause of Death

                             .

Reason for real cause

LEAD IN:

The article,                             by                        , proves that Poe died from                     .

IQ:

The author writes, “                                                                                                                                                                                                             “ (CITE).

COMMENTARY: (2 Sentences)

Explain the specific reason from the TS.

Complete each sentence using a vocabulary word.  You just need to fill in the word.

1.    When two siblings disagree, it is usually the younger one who is forced to                     to the elder’s preference.

2.    The fierce                      raided the village and stole the gold.

3.    The private conversation was interrupted by a rude                             .

4.    Thankful to be alive after the storm, the                    man fell to his knees in prayer.

5.    It took the help of a wise counselor before                could be reached between the disputing couple.

6.    After a full day of school and practice, the student’s                   prevented him from completing his homework.

For each sentence, write a sentence identifying the error in quote integration.  Also, identify the ONE sentence that is correct.

1.   “The two enemies stood glaring at another for a long silent moment” (Saki pg. 152), and then they were crushed by a tree. In the citation, “pg.” is not needed.  Only the digits.

2.   After meeting in the woods, “The two enemies stood glaring at another for a long silent moment.” (Saki 156)

3.   Ulrich and Georg found each other in the woods, “The two enemies stood glaring at another for a long silent moment” (Saki 156).

4.   Ulrich and Georg found each other, and “The two enemies stood glaring at another for a long silent moment” before the tree fell and pinned them to the ground.

5.   Suddenly, the men were face to face; “The two enemies stood glaring at another for a long silent moment” (Saki 156).

6.   Ulrich and Georg hoped to surprise the other one and get the upper hand however when they finally met, “The two enemies stood glaring at another for a long silent moment” (Saki 156).

Lead-Ins

Lead-Ins should introduce the context, or the background, for the upcoming quote.  Do not summarize too much of the story, but make sure everything referenced in the quote is clear.

In the short story “The Scarlet Ibis” by James Hurst, the narrator is a good brother to Doodle who provides Doodle with a richer, fuller life.

LI #1: Doodle is forced, by his brother, to practice standing until he can do it on his own because the narrator wants Doodle to have a better life and be able to walk on his own.

LI #2: The narrator is determined to teach Doodle to walk, and the two brothers practice standing day after day in Old Woman Swamp.

LI #3: Doodle is very sick and cannot do the things his brother would like him to do like walk, run, or swim.

LI #4: One day, the brothers are in Old Woman Swamp.

QUOTE: “Finally one day…[Doodle] stood alone for a few seconds.  When he fell, I grabbed him in my arms and hugged him, our laughter pealing though the swamp like a ringing bell (Hurst 174).

Vocab Review

For each sentence, write the correct vocab word AND copy the context clues (words/phrases) which helped you choose the vocab word.

EXAMPLE: follow this format

1.      Vocab word

a.      “context clues” 

1.      In the poor town the                was always on the corner begging for food.

2.      Obedient children                    to their parents’ wishes even if the child has a different opinion.

3.      Because of his apparent                      the gambler always won the hand.

4.      When the gambler finally lost, the crowd was                       .

5.      The strong wind caused the tree branch to                scratch upon the window driving the man crazy.

6.      With the help of an experienced tour guide, the                                traveler did not get lost during his European vacation.

7.      The traveler was also very                  ,so each day he would find a chapel and pray for his safety.

8.      One day a vendor tried to charge the traveler an                  fee for a hot dog, and the vendor was struck by lightning.

9.      The vendor was sorry, apologized to the traveler, and the two had                         .

10.  Luckily, the vendor was never struck by lightning again, for the strong bolts would surely have been the cause of his                 . 

1. Choose TWO of the following quotes.
2. For each quote
1. Paraphrase the meaning
2. Connect to a major theme in the novel
3. Explain WHY the quote is significant to the story

A)    “This is their home, sister,” said Atticus.  “We’ve made it this way for them, they might as well learn to cope with it.”  (ch. 22)

B)    “I don’t know, but they did it [convicted Tom].  They’ve done it before and they did it tonight and they’ll do it again and when they do it—seems only children weep.” (ch. 22)

C)    Jem was staring at his helf-eaten cake.  “It’s like bein’ a caterpillar in a cocoon, that’s what it is,” he said.  “Like somethin’ asleep wrapped up in a warm place.  I always thought Maycomb folks were the best folks in the world, least that’s what it seemed like.” (ch. 22)

D)    “Jem, see if you can stand in Bob Ewell’s shoes a minute.  I destroyed his last shred of credibility at that trial, if they had any to begin with.” (ch. 23)

E)     “If you had been on that jury, son, and eleven other boys like you, Tom would be a free man,” said Atticus.  “So far nothing in your life has interfered with your reasoning process….There’s something in our world that makes men lose their heads—they couldn’t be fair if they tried.” (ch. 23)

Of Mice and Men Ch. 1

Describe the relationship between George and Lennie.

2. Summarize the Dream George and Lennie share.

3. Describe their life (history, background, jobs, etc.)

Trial Response

Imagine you are member of the jury or simply an observer or the trial.  Write a letter to a “relative” or “friend” sharing your observations and thoughts about the trial.  Include the following:

à        Your thoughts about the case BEFORE the trial started.

o   What do you know?  What had you heard?

à        Your impression of the lawyers (Atticus, Mr. Gilmer) the judge and witnesses

à        Parts of the trial that were exciting or memorable to you?

à        What is your response to the verdict?

By Theodore Reothke

The whiskey on your breath
Could make a small boy dizzy;
But I hung on like death:
Such waltzing was not easy.

We romped until the pans
Slid from the kitchen shelf;
My mother's countenance
Could not unfrown itself.

The hand that held my wrist
Was battered on one knuckle;
At every step you missed
My right ear scraped a buckle.

You beat time on my head
With a palm caked hard by dirt,
Then waltzed me off to bed
Still clinging to your shirt.

1. Identify the simile in the first stanza.  What is being compared?  Why?
2. What is the implied metaphor involving “waltzing”?  (what is the “waltzing” referring to?

3. What more do we learn about the papa in the last two stanzas?
4. Why is the author clinging to the papa’s shirt?
5. Connect to TKAM.

To Kill a Mockingbird

Final Review 

Not only does Harper Lee choose to tell the story of Maycomb through the eyes of a young girl, Scout, but she also presents the story as a series of short stories or episodes.  With a partner, select ONE episode from the novel, read it, discuss, and answer the following questions.  Answer in COMPLETE sentences.  One paper per person.

1.   What does your episode reveal about a character or characters?

2.   How does your episode develop the overall plot?

3.   What does your specific episode tell the reader about Scout as a narrator?

4.   Does your episode relate or correspond to other episodes in the novel?

5.   Does your episode develop a major theme?

6.   Overall, why did Lee choose to put your episode in the novel?  In other words, why is it important?

Of Mice and Men Ch. 2

1. What is the purpose of a thesis statement?

2. Where in the essay does the thesis statement belong?

3. List the 3 parts in the thesis.

Write a thesis statement for ONE of the two prompts: (label the 3 parts)

1. Describe the life of a migrant farm worker.

2. Why is the Dream so important to George and Lennie?

Write a topic sentence for each reason in the thesis.

Reread the first two paragraphs of chapter 4. 

1.  What do you notice about Steinbeck’s writing?

2.  Which image sticks out to you?

Now, think about a room you are familiar with.  Consider all the details, all the objects in the room, and even the feeling or smell of the room.  Start by making a list of these aspects of your room:

1.   

Write a paragraph following Steinbeck’s descriptive style in which you create a vivid and detailed picture of your room.