Monday, January 21, 2013

English 11E: Bring $25.00 plus prepare your poem for presentation

Today I collected the manuscripts, the BCTELA entry, The Claremont Review entry, and we sent electronic copies to Polyphony HS or to Aerie. If you were absent today, bring copies of your poems for these contests. More details on Friday's blog.

Group Poetry Presentations
It Is Dangerous to Read Newspapers Olivia and Jessie
The Child Who Walks Backwards Rachael, Keira, Amanda, Stephanie
Adulterated Jessica Holly Kayla Jake
An Israeli Soldier Finds His Brother Emi Helen Connor
A Palestinian Watches His House Burn Isaias Steve Motria Emma

How Do Poets Shed Light on the Dark Side of the World?

Discuss: point of view, tone, theme, literary techniques, sound techniques, structure,

Create a TICK chart to ensure you at the them accurate.
Be sure to answer the question above in your presentation.

THURSDAY: COMPARE/CONTRAST COMPOSITION TEST
FRIDAY: EXAM PREPARATION