Friday, January 10, 2014

English 10: Two poems due Monday . . .

Poem 1: Type up a poem which imitates the ones in the package. You may write about an object, a person, a place or an animal. Focus on using specific, unique detail. Use adjectives sparingly. Try using a noun for an adjective.

Poem 2: You may write about any topic you wish. You may use the handout of poem ideas or create something from scratch. Same rules apply.

Avoid expected descriptions such as HOT sun or LOYAL friend or GREEN grass. etc.

Read your poetry text and The Claremont Review for inspiration.

Contest deadline is Jan. 15th. Visit: www.youngpoets.ca for inspiration.

STUDY FOR YOUR PROVINCIAL EXAM!!

Google BC English 10 provinical exam practice

Read at least 30 pages of your USSR book.