English 9: Preparing to write a paragraph response 250-500 words

HOMEWORK: 

FINISH THE CHART ON THE FATHER. WE WILL WRITE THE PARAGRAPH DURING CLASS ON TUESDAY.

Today: Silent reading: Several students have already finished their first book. Well done. You need to have read at least 130 pages by Tuesday.

We added the next two words on our list: amiable (adj) burlesque (noun)

We had our How to Cite quiz. IF YOU WERE ABSENT TODAY, REMIND ME TUESDAY THAT YOU NEED TO WRITE THE QUIZ DURING USSR.

We prepared our notes to be ready to write a paragraph during class on Tuesday.

TUESDAY: Question: In a paragraph of 250 to 500 words, discuss the character of the father.

Discuss means: Based on your research, provide an insightful opinion. (THESIS)

Use: at least three quotations from the story
Follow: Your LITERARY PARAGRAPH MUST-HAVES LIST
Edit: Correct and spelling and grammatical errors.

You are marked on your insight, logical development and your style.

Weak thesis: In Hugh Garner's story, "The Father," the father is an alcoholic who does not care for his son.

Strong thesis: By the end of the story, the father in Hugh Garner's story, "The Father," realizes that he has hurt his son; however, he feels powerless to repair the bond. Garner's sympathetic portrayal of Mr. Purcell reveals that being a father requires honesty and involvement.


BONUS: DEFINE SYMBOL. PROVIDE A GOOD SYMBOL FOR THE FATHER FROM GARNER'S STORY.