2nd Week Aug 30 - Sept 3, 2010

Topics:
Literature: "Harrison Bergergon" by Richard Connell
Grammar and Writing: adjectives
Academic Vocabulary: plot, character, setting, conflict, and theme

Homework:
- Vocabulary - due every Thursday
- Grammar Practice packet - due: Aug 31 - Tuesday

Daily Activities
Monday
1. Summer reading test
2. Continue reading "Harrison Bergeron" and write annotations in the notes tab of binder. Binder check this week.

Tuesday
1. Grammar activity check: worksheet #s 1 and 2.
2. Discuss answers.
3. Identify precise adjectives in the short story "Harrison Bergeron." List ten precise adjectives with page numbers in the notes section of your binder. Label it PRECISE ADJECTIVES from "Harrison Bergeron."

Wednesday
1. Answer questions on page 45 and 46.
2. Discuss answers after the activity.

Thursday
1. Collect composition notebook.
2. Work on Vocabulary Study and Practice sheets.

Friday
1. Edit and proofread essay. Identify or add precise adjectives. Underline or highlight those adjectives.
2. Receive literary analysis pre-writing chart, rubric, and sample.