Literature 7-Period 9 Assignments
- Instructor
- Mr. Andrew Miller
- Term
- 2022-2023 School Year
- Description
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Upcoming Assignments
No upcoming assignments.
Past Assignments
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"Dark They Were, and Golden Eyed" E-TEXT
As you read,
1. Identify elements of Sci-fi in the text.
2. Mark the text with important plot details that you notice or details that repeat in the circular plot.
1. Identify elements of Sci-fi in the text.
2. Mark the text with important plot details that you notice or details that repeat in the circular plot.
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"Dark They Were, and Golden Eyed" E-TEXT
As you read,
1. Identify elements of Sci-fi in the text.
2. Mark the text with important plot details that you notice or details that repeat in the circular plot.
1. Identify elements of Sci-fi in the text.
2. Mark the text with important plot details that you notice or details that repeat in the circular plot.
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End of Year Survey!
If you'd like to send some feedback to me about this year, please fill this out! THANK YOU ALL FOR A GREAT YEAR!!
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End of Year Survey!
If you'd like to send some feedback to me about this year, please fill this out! THANK YOU ALL FOR A GREAT YEAR!!
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End of Year Survey!
If you'd like to send some feedback to me about this year, please fill this out! THANK YOU ALL FOR A GREAT YEAR!!
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Harrison Bergeron Closing Padlet
Create a post on Padlet with your Name as the subject. Choose ONE of the following questions to answers.
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Harrison Bergeron Closing Padlet
Create a post on Padlet with your Name as the subject. Choose ONE of the following questions to answers.
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Harrison Bergeron Closing Padlet
Create a post on Padlet with your Name as the subject. Choose ONE of the following questions to answers.
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CommonLit: Harrison Bergeron (E-TEXT)
Read "Harrison Bergeron" and highlight/annotate places where society attempts to make all of its citizens "equal"/.
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BONUS - Dreamland 👽
If you see the show Dreamland in the RPAC, please...
1. Attach your ticket
2. Write 3 -5 Sentences summarizing the performance!
1. Attach your ticket
2. Write 3 -5 Sentences summarizing the performance!
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CommonLit: Harrison Bergeron (E-TEXT)
Read "Harrison Bergeron" and highlight/annotate places where society attempts to make all of its citizens "equal"/.
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The Highwayman E-TEXT
Read "The Highwayman" and answer questions in the slides as you read!
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The Story of Osiris and Isis / MM Questions
Read "The Story of Osiris and Isis" and answer the Myth Madness Questions
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The Story of Osiris and Isis / MM Questions
Read "The Story of Osiris and Isis" and answer the Myth Madness Questions
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Sif’s Golden Hair: How Loki Wrought Mischief in Asgard / MM Questions
Read the short myth of "Sif’s Golden Hair: How Loki Wrought Mischief in Asgard" to learn why they call Loki the god of mischief!
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Sif’s Golden Hair: How Loki Wrought Mischief in Asgard / MM Questions
Read the short myth of "Sif’s Golden Hair: How Loki Wrought Mischief in Asgard" to learn why they call Loki the god of mischief!
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How Odin Lost His Eye / MM Questions
Read the short myth of "How Odin Lost His Eye" and complete the questions in the Google Slideshow.
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Myth Madness Teams
After choosing your team name and making your emblem, please submit here!
1. Choose a Mascot/Emblem to help you come up with your team.
2. Have ONE Team Member Submit your Emblem
-A picture representing the Mascot/Emblem (Google This/Clip Art)
- A color for your Team
3. Name the Image the name of your Team (COLOR and MASCOT/EMBLEM) and Period #
1. Choose a Mascot/Emblem to help you come up with your team.
2. Have ONE Team Member Submit your Emblem
-A picture representing the Mascot/Emblem (Google This/Clip Art)
- A color for your Team
3. Name the Image the name of your Team (COLOR and MASCOT/EMBLEM) and Period #
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Myth Madness Teams
After choosing your team name and making your emblem, please submit here!
1. Choose a Mascot/Emblem to help you come up with your team.
2. Have ONE Team Member Submit your Emblem
-A picture representing the Mascot/Emblem (Google This/Clip Art)
- A color for your Team
3. Name the Image the name of your Team (COLOR and MASCOT/EMBLEM) and Period #
1. Choose a Mascot/Emblem to help you come up with your team.
2. Have ONE Team Member Submit your Emblem
-A picture representing the Mascot/Emblem (Google This/Clip Art)
- A color for your Team
3. Name the Image the name of your Team (COLOR and MASCOT/EMBLEM) and Period #
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Final Survey - Independent Reading Project
Hey students!
THANK YOU for your hard work for your Independent Reading Project! Please take a few moments to fill this out today. Answer all questions honestly, and you may leave some feedback for me if you'd like. If you have any missing assignments from me for your Independent Reading Book, please make sure they are complete by Friday, March 17.
THANK YOU for your hard work for your Independent Reading Project! Please take a few moments to fill this out today. Answer all questions honestly, and you may leave some feedback for me if you'd like. If you have any missing assignments from me for your Independent Reading Book, please make sure they are complete by Friday, March 17.
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Reading Bingo Week 4
Each week you must complete 3 assignments of the Bingo board iof your choice, as long as the three assignments form a “Bingo”.
Select the options you wish to complete by drawing an “X” on the squares of the board.
Once you choose an item, double click on the title of each box and click on the link.Complete the response of the square in the white box provided..
Follow the directions at the bottom of each Bingo square, and answer in 5-7 sentences.
Each Bingo board is due by Friday before your class’s Book Talk.
15 POINTS (BONUS - Form a 2nd BINGO!: You may create an additional row or add on to the required row for up to 3 bonus points)
Select the options you wish to complete by drawing an “X” on the squares of the board.
Once you choose an item, double click on the title of each box and click on the link.Complete the response of the square in the white box provided..
Follow the directions at the bottom of each Bingo square, and answer in 5-7 sentences.
Each Bingo board is due by Friday before your class’s Book Talk.
15 POINTS (BONUS - Form a 2nd BINGO!: You may create an additional row or add on to the required row for up to 3 bonus points)
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Reading Bingo Week 3
Each week you must complete 3 assignments of the Bingo board iof your choice, as long as the three assignments form a “Bingo”.
Select the options you wish to complete by drawing an “X” on the squares of the board.
Once you choose an item, double click on the title of each box and click on the link.Complete the response of the square in the white box provided..
Follow the directions at the bottom of each Bingo square, and answer in 5-7 sentences.
Each Bingo board is due by Friday before your class’s Book Talk.
15 POINTS
Select the options you wish to complete by drawing an “X” on the squares of the board.
Once you choose an item, double click on the title of each box and click on the link.Complete the response of the square in the white box provided..
Follow the directions at the bottom of each Bingo square, and answer in 5-7 sentences.
Each Bingo board is due by Friday before your class’s Book Talk.
15 POINTS
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Reading Bingo Week 2
Each week you must complete 3 assignments of the Bingo board iof your choice, as long as the three assignments form a “Bingo”.
Select the options you wish to complete by drawing an “X” on the squares of the board.
Once you choose an item, double click on the title of each box and click on the link.Complete the response of the square in the white box provided..
Follow the directions at the bottom of each Bingo square, and answer in 5-7 sentences.
Each Bingo board is due by Friday before your class’s Book Talk.
15 POINTS
Select the options you wish to complete by drawing an “X” on the squares of the board.
Once you choose an item, double click on the title of each box and click on the link.Complete the response of the square in the white box provided..
Follow the directions at the bottom of each Bingo square, and answer in 5-7 sentences.
Each Bingo board is due by Friday before your class’s Book Talk.
15 POINTS
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Character Project - Social Media Profile
Create a social media profile for a main character of your novel (Facebook, Snapchat, Instagram, TikTok, etc.):
REQUIREMENTS:
Provide the character’s name (1 points)
Create or find a profile picture for your character. (2 points)
Work Description: What role does this character play in the novel? (Protagonist, Antagonist, Tertiary Character, or Anti-hero?) (3 points)
Location: Where does the character live or where is the character from? (Setting) (3 points)
Name 3 traits of this character in the bio (3 points)
Does this character have many friends/followers? Create a fake number of friends/followers to feature on their page. (1 point)
FORMATTING:
Can be created as a physical poster or online (Google Slides, Canva, Google Keep) If a physical poster, an image of your work must be submitted online
Be creative! Use colors and font that would match (2 points)
TOTAL POINTS : 15 points
DUE Friday 2/15 @The Start of Class
REQUIREMENTS:
Provide the character’s name (1 points)
Create or find a profile picture for your character. (2 points)
Work Description: What role does this character play in the novel? (Protagonist, Antagonist, Tertiary Character, or Anti-hero?) (3 points)
Location: Where does the character live or where is the character from? (Setting) (3 points)
Name 3 traits of this character in the bio (3 points)
Does this character have many friends/followers? Create a fake number of friends/followers to feature on their page. (1 point)
FORMATTING:
Can be created as a physical poster or online (Google Slides, Canva, Google Keep) If a physical poster, an image of your work must be submitted online
Be creative! Use colors and font that would match (2 points)
TOTAL POINTS : 15 points
DUE Friday 2/15 @The Start of Class
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Reading Bingo Week 1
Each week you must complete 3 assignments of the Bingo board iof your choice, as long as the three assignments form a “Bingo”.
Select the options you wish to complete by drawing an “X” on the squares of the board.
Once you choose an item, double click on the title of each box and click on the link.Complete the response of the square in the white box provided..
Follow the directions at the bottom of each Bingo square, and answer in 5-7 sentences.
Each Bingo board is due by Friday before your class’s Book Talk.
15 POINTS
Select the options you wish to complete by drawing an “X” on the squares of the board.
Once you choose an item, double click on the title of each box and click on the link.Complete the response of the square in the white box provided..
Follow the directions at the bottom of each Bingo square, and answer in 5-7 sentences.
Each Bingo board is due by Friday before your class’s Book Talk.
15 POINTS
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Independent Reading - Book Selection
>>>>Complete the Book Tasting Activity BEFORE THIS SURVEY. <<<<
Once you have chosen a book that you would like to read, please fill out this quick survey to let me know what you'll be reading. Please make sure the book...
- is a Fiction piece
- Has at least 100 pages
- Is not a book you have read before
- In the first five pages, are there more than 10 words you do not know? If you can't understand or read it because it doesn't make sense, another book may be better!!
DUE by Friday at the start of class!
Once you have chosen a book that you would like to read, please fill out this quick survey to let me know what you'll be reading. Please make sure the book...
- is a Fiction piece
- Has at least 100 pages
- Is not a book you have read before
- In the first five pages, are there more than 10 words you do not know? If you can't understand or read it because it doesn't make sense, another book may be better!!
DUE by Friday at the start of class!
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Visual Quote from "I Have A Dream"
"Visual Quote Assignment"
For this assignment, select an important or powerful quote/phrase from “I Have A Dream” and illustrate it. Design your work to showcase why it is important or powerful.
Create a drawing, digital poster, collage, or other visual representation of this quote.
You can use apps such as Google Slides, Canva, Sketchbook Pro, or design by hand. If creating an actual poster or drawing, please submit in person for us to showcase your work!
Submit 3-5 sentences explaining the meaning of the quote.
See the rubric attached for details.
For this assignment, select an important or powerful quote/phrase from “I Have A Dream” and illustrate it. Design your work to showcase why it is important or powerful.
Create a drawing, digital poster, collage, or other visual representation of this quote.
You can use apps such as Google Slides, Canva, Sketchbook Pro, or design by hand. If creating an actual poster or drawing, please submit in person for us to showcase your work!
Submit 3-5 sentences explaining the meaning of the quote.
See the rubric attached for details.
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No Red Ink Revisions - African American Literature
Choose ONE of your No Red Ink Prompts to revise in...
Using Text Evidence to Support a Response
Choosing the Best Text Evidence
Transitions
Explaining Your Answer
If you received a 10/10 on the first draft, please choose a different prompt, or make changes to "Harlem" / "Dreams" NRI.
Underline in your new draft the changes you made to your work before submitting. This is required!
Using Text Evidence to Support a Response
Choosing the Best Text Evidence
Transitions
Explaining Your Answer
If you received a 10/10 on the first draft, please choose a different prompt, or make changes to "Harlem" / "Dreams" NRI.
Underline in your new draft the changes you made to your work before submitting. This is required!
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"I Have a Dream" Vocab
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No Red Ink: Langston Hughes and Dreams
Answer ONE of the following prompts in 5-7 sentences.
#1 Reflect on Langston Hughes poems “Harlem (A Dream Deferred),” and “Dreams." What does Hughes believe about dreams? Do you agree with his ideas? Explain why or why not.
#2 Reflect on Langston Hughes poems “Harlem (A Dream Deferred),” and “Dreams.” Is it always possible to make our dreams come true? How are Americans today following their dreams or trying to make dreams a reality?
10 POINTS
#1 Reflect on Langston Hughes poems “Harlem (A Dream Deferred),” and “Dreams." What does Hughes believe about dreams? Do you agree with his ideas? Explain why or why not.
#2 Reflect on Langston Hughes poems “Harlem (A Dream Deferred),” and “Dreams.” Is it always possible to make our dreams come true? How are Americans today following their dreams or trying to make dreams a reality?
10 POINTS
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⭐BONUS #2 ⭐: Reflections on African American Literature
For each response:
YOUR NAME
PERIOD __
DATE
TITLE OF THE TEXT (POEM, STORY, ETC)
What were some interesting take-aways or ideas that you learned this week through our reading of African-American literature? Refer to this week’s texts in your response. (5-7 sentences per response)
Attach as a Google Document to this dropbox. You may submit up to THREE (3) responses, one per week.
YOUR NAME
PERIOD __
DATE
TITLE OF THE TEXT (POEM, STORY, ETC)
What were some interesting take-aways or ideas that you learned this week through our reading of African-American literature? Refer to this week’s texts in your response. (5-7 sentences per response)
Attach as a Google Document to this dropbox. You may submit up to THREE (3) responses, one per week.
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No Red Ink: "Any Human to Another," Countee Cullen
After reading the poem “Any Human to Another,” respond to ONE of these questions in 5-7 sentences
#1 Countee Cullen uses imagery and many similes to describe the emotion of human grief. Choose two of these examples and explain how they describe an accurate feeling of grief or sorrow. Use evidence from the text.
#2 How does Cullen’s poem connect to the way that we currently experience joy and sorrow? Do you believe it is possible for people to “pitch their tents” and ignore the trouble of the world, or is there a better way to handle grief than to ignore it? Consider current events and the context of the poem.
10 POINTS
#1 Countee Cullen uses imagery and many similes to describe the emotion of human grief. Choose two of these examples and explain how they describe an accurate feeling of grief or sorrow. Use evidence from the text.
#2 How does Cullen’s poem connect to the way that we currently experience joy and sorrow? Do you believe it is possible for people to “pitch their tents” and ignore the trouble of the world, or is there a better way to handle grief than to ignore it? Consider current events and the context of the poem.
10 POINTS
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NoRedInk: "The People Could Fly" & "Africa"
Choose ONE of the following prompts to answer (5-7 sentences).
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⭐BONUS ⭐: Reflections on African American Literature
For each response:
YOUR NAME
PERIOD __
DATE
TITLE OF THE TEXT (POEM, STORY, ETC)
What were some interesting take-aways or ideas that you learned this week through our reading of African-American literature? Refer to this week’s texts in your response. (5-7 sentences per response)
Attach as a Google Document to this dropbox. You may submit up to THREE (3) responses, one per week.
YOUR NAME
PERIOD __
DATE
TITLE OF THE TEXT (POEM, STORY, ETC)
What were some interesting take-aways or ideas that you learned this week through our reading of African-American literature? Refer to this week’s texts in your response. (5-7 sentences per response)
Attach as a Google Document to this dropbox. You may submit up to THREE (3) responses, one per week.
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Scrooge Character Chart
As we read A Christmas Carol, complete the chart to prepare for your essay. Our class discussions will provide answers for this document. Each step will be due at the end of each week.
Complete Before the Spirits (Introduction) and Christmas Past (Due Friday 12/9 @12PM)
Complete Christmas Present and Christmas Yet-to-Come (Due Friday 12/16 @12:00 PM)
Complete After the Spirits (Conclusion) and Final Draft (Due Monday 12/19 @3 PM)
Complete Before the Spirits (Introduction) and Christmas Past (Due Friday 12/9 @12PM)
Complete Christmas Present and Christmas Yet-to-Come (Due Friday 12/16 @12:00 PM)
Complete After the Spirits (Conclusion) and Final Draft (Due Monday 12/19 @3 PM)
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Rikki-tikki-tavi Final Project
Please watch this video, decide the project you'll create,and begin working today on this project. DUE 12/2 by 12 PM.
After reading Rikki-tikki-tavi, create ONE of the following projects…
1. Wanted Poster (Digital/Physical)
Create a poster that shows one of the characters of the story as wanted by the community!
2. Scene Sketches (3) (Digital/Physical)
Illustrate 3 scenes from “Rikki-tikki-tavi”.
3. Mini-Comic Book (2) (Digital/Physical)
Illustrate 2 scenes from “Rikki-tikki-tavi” in a comic book style illustration.
4. Diary/Journal of a Garden Animal (Digital)
Pretend that you are one of the characters from “Rikki-tikki-tavi” and that you have kept a journal or diary to record the events of the story. Choose a character from the story and explain four scenes from the story from their point of view (Rikki, Nag, Nagaina, Chuchundra, Chua, Darzee, Darzee’s Wife, Teddy, Teddy’s Father/Mother).
After reading Rikki-tikki-tavi, create ONE of the following projects…
1. Wanted Poster (Digital/Physical)
Create a poster that shows one of the characters of the story as wanted by the community!
2. Scene Sketches (3) (Digital/Physical)
Illustrate 3 scenes from “Rikki-tikki-tavi”.
3. Mini-Comic Book (2) (Digital/Physical)
Illustrate 2 scenes from “Rikki-tikki-tavi” in a comic book style illustration.
4. Diary/Journal of a Garden Animal (Digital)
Pretend that you are one of the characters from “Rikki-tikki-tavi” and that you have kept a journal or diary to record the events of the story. Choose a character from the story and explain four scenes from the story from their point of view (Rikki, Nag, Nagaina, Chuchundra, Chua, Darzee, Darzee’s Wife, Teddy, Teddy’s Father/Mother).
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Rikki-tikki-tavi E-TEXT
Read "Rikki-tikki-tavi" and answer the following Mirrors and Windows questions. As you read, complete "Rikki Analysis Questions" assigned by Mr. Miller in Google Classroom.
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Rikki Analysis Questions
As you read, answer the following questions in a different, dark color.
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"The Landlady" Police Report
Write an official report for the London Police explaining the events of "The Landlady" and why this character is clearly a criminal!
REQUIREMENTS
Reporting Officer!: Write your name!
Write the Suspect of the crime
SUMMARY OF INCIDENT: Write a paragraph explaining the events of the story and what likely happens in the end. (3 - 5 sentences)
EVIDENCE: Cite 3 mysterious or strange details in the story that support
ITEMS COLLECTED AT THE CRIME SCENE (2): Include two images that represent an object found at the Bed and Breakfast that can help prove the Landlady’s guilt! (Household objects, her materials, supplies, etc.)
Include a caption: one sentence describing what is in the picture
DUE TUESDAY 11/8 @3 PM to make Wednesday’s News!
REQUIREMENTS
Reporting Officer!: Write your name!
Write the Suspect of the crime
SUMMARY OF INCIDENT: Write a paragraph explaining the events of the story and what likely happens in the end. (3 - 5 sentences)
EVIDENCE: Cite 3 mysterious or strange details in the story that support
ITEMS COLLECTED AT THE CRIME SCENE (2): Include two images that represent an object found at the Bed and Breakfast that can help prove the Landlady’s guilt! (Household objects, her materials, supplies, etc.)
Include a caption: one sentence describing what is in the picture
DUE TUESDAY 11/8 @3 PM to make Wednesday’s News!
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Heidegger Padlet
After reading the play, answer the following questions in a padlet post. (3 - 5 sentences per question)
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The Tell-Tale Heart Anticipation Guide
Before you read "The Tell-Tale Heart," answer the questions on this Anticipation Guide.
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The Labors of Hercules Webquest
DIRECTIONS:
Work with your group members to research facts about the 12 Labors of Hercules! (Use the links provided on each slide
Locate the slide with your number on it (#1 - #12)
Go to the provided link to research your assigned labor. ANSWER ON YOUR ASSIGNED SLIDE ONLY!
Find out what was the TASK, the important DETAILS of the labor, and explain how Hercules is successful/the ending. (OUTCOME)
Each group will share a brief summary of their findings at the end of class!
Work with your group members to research facts about the 12 Labors of Hercules! (Use the links provided on each slide
Locate the slide with your number on it (#1 - #12)
Go to the provided link to research your assigned labor. ANSWER ON YOUR ASSIGNED SLIDE ONLY!
Find out what was the TASK, the important DETAILS of the labor, and explain how Hercules is successful/the ending. (OUTCOME)
Each group will share a brief summary of their findings at the end of class!
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Icarus Discussion Questions
After reading "The Flight of Icarus," answer the following questions in small groups (3 - 5 sentences per question). Each group member must submit a copy of their group's answers.
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Theseus RACES Prompt
After reading “The Hero’s Test,” consider your answer to the following question:
Do you consider Theseus a true hero? Why or why not? Give evidence from the text to explain your answer. ( 1-paragraph: 5-7 Sentences) Write your answer below the line: (Use the RACES Format for writing your response)
**Complete the attached Graphic Organizer called RACES Response Practice to help you answer the question**
Do you consider Theseus a true hero? Why or why not? Give evidence from the text to explain your answer. ( 1-paragraph: 5-7 Sentences) Write your answer below the line: (Use the RACES Format for writing your response)
**Complete the attached Graphic Organizer called RACES Response Practice to help you answer the question**
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The Hero's Test Quiz
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Persephone and Demeter Study Guide
See these questions help you review for the quiz on Monday, 9/30! Completing the study guide is optional!
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Cause and Effect: Persephone & Demeter
After reading “Persephone and Demeter,” re-read the text looking for CAUSE or EFFECT events in order. Work with a partner or on your own to fill in the blanks of the chart.
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Narcissus Quiz
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Narcissus No Red Ink
Complete response to the following question as a Quick Write in No Red Ink:
Do you believe that Narcissus and Echo received fair consequences for their actions? Explain whether their actions made them morally good characters or not. Use the examples from the text to support your response. (5 - 7 sentences)
PD 9 Class Code: cheerful taffy 49
Do you believe that Narcissus and Echo received fair consequences for their actions? Explain whether their actions made them morally good characters or not. Use the examples from the text to support your response. (5 - 7 sentences)
PD 9 Class Code: cheerful taffy 49
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The Evils of Pandora
After reading "The Coming of Evil," complete this brainstorming guide in preparing for your composition writing piece.
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"The Coming of Evil" E-TEXT
Check out today's text and complete activities inside!
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Prometheus Vocabulary & Summary
Use this as a resource while you read! Complete the vocabulary from the slides in class and the write a summary after reading.
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Mr. Miller's Syllabus Contract and Parent Contact
Students: Please sign the following form and submit to Mr. Miller
Parents/Guardians: Please provide the best contact information if you did not attend Meet the Teacher Night to receive updates on your child's progress and classroom announcements through the year.
Let's have a great year! 😎
-Mr. Miller
Parents/Guardians: Please provide the best contact information if you did not attend Meet the Teacher Night to receive updates on your child's progress and classroom announcements through the year.
Let's have a great year! 😎
-Mr. Miller
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My Life Map
Please complete your "Life Map" in your notebooks on the first page.