Thursday, February 17, 2011

English 9, Thursday, Feb. 17

English Test:

If you were away today, write a literary paragraph of 300 words on the topic below. Submit your chart and the paragraph Monday. Follow your literary must-haves list, how to cite, transitions sheets, etc. Be sure to proofread to doublespace your work.

Discuss what the penny means to the father and to the son in Ernest Buckler's story, "Penny in the Dust". Marks awarded for correct paragraph format, logical development, ability to use and explain evidence from the story and your writing style (sentence variety, proper vocabulary, clarity and flow).
No vocabulary test Monday.
HOMEWORK: READ AT LEAST 50-100 PAGES OF YOUR USSR BOOK. Deadline is Feb. 28th. For an A, you need to have read three decent books and responded well in your notebook, plus added them to Shelfari.

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