Superb work today as usual (although two days does a small sample make). If you were absent today, you will need to get the notes you missed and you'll need to print out the handout below. Sometimes I lose formatting. Does anyone know if I can attach documents to this blog?
The short essay is due on Tuesday. Typed, double spaced. I'm looking to see how well you answer the question (analysis, inferences, examples, and explanations) and your format (intro/body paragraphs/conclusion) as well as your style (present tense of verbs, sentence variety, strong but accurate vocabulary, transitions, integration of quotations, use of quotations, citing) which should all be review. I'm also looking for your logical development, coherence, and voice.
That's a lot!! This piece of writing is diagnostic in nature. Do your best. Arrive with questions. Confer with friends. If you'd like to post your piece on edmodo and receive feedback from peers, go to
www.edmodo.com and open an account. When it asks you for a code, type in dpx0sg, which will give you access to our AP Lit group. Please explore the site when you have a minute and let me know what you think. I have posted a few things on there that are for fun. They are not assignments at this stage although they may appear that way as I am learning the limitations and strengths of this system.
I thought your analysis of diction, characterization, and setting was accurate and confident today.
Well done. Can't wait until our next class.
Arrive rested as we are going to have a look at the multiple choice section of the exam to assuage any annoying fears you may have.
