Thesis statement

1. Select the story you wish to discuss, and explain the conflict ["Somebody" wanted.... But.... So....]

2. Choose and describe a related personal experience and the theme.

3. Write TWO thesis statements for your essay.

Stories:
Orpheus
The Death of Baldur
Hades Takes a Wife
Masque of the Red Death
And of Clay Are We Created

Fact to Fiction

Watch or read the news tonight. Choose a story from the broadcast or paper that you would write a story or poem about. Describe it, and explain whose perspective/POV you would focus on and why.

Please note: The final day to submit your mask project is Tuesday, May 31!

"Don't leave me..."

Finish reading "And of Clay Are We Created." (through p. 265)

Which passage from your reading was most tragic? Write it, and explain what makes it so powerful.

Why do you think Allende chose to tell the story ("And of Clay Are We Created") from the POV of someone other than Azucena?
Use: It seems that...
I believe...
For instance...
Also...
As you can see...

Project Poe due TOMORROW!

"I am a Story Hunter"

Read "Meet the Writer: Isabel Allende" on p. 266

List five facts about her life and career.

Why do you think she was inspired to write about the Colombian Mudslide, based on her biography? Give an example.


Remember: Project Poe due WEDNESDAY MAY 25!!!

Project Poe

Project: Allegory

Choose any two of the seven topics and create a mask for each one. Your mask should represent the allegorical meaning of the topic within “Masque of the Red Death.” Refer to the story for ideas to represent in your mask.

Ebony Clock

Prince Prospero

Blood

Colors (any 2)

7 Rooms

Masquerade (masked ball)

Masked Guest

Each mask should be original, creative, colorful, and reflect your topic’s allegorical meaning. Write your name and period on the back of your masks.

Suggested materials: glitter, paint, feathers, pompoms, shaped confetti, jewels, etc.

Masks are worth 16 pts each. You will be graded on timeliness, following directions, effort, and creativity.

BONUS: Do a third mask for up to 16 pts. extra credit!

Masks are due by Wednesday, May 25, 2011!

Constructed Response

What abstract ideas does the allegorical story of "Masque of the Red Death" reveal? Give two examples from the story top support your response.

(Use your class notes to help you write your response.)


**If you scored below a 70% (52/75) on your Animal Farm Test: correct or complete the responses you got wrong. You will receive half credit for each correct answer. Due tomorrow!

How can you masque death?

Finish reading "Masque of the Red Death" thru p. 427.

In a T-Chart, complete three entries that make connections between the "Black Death" article (p. 429-430) and "Masque of the Red Death".

Poe's Nightmare

Read "Meet the Writer: Edgar Alan Poe" p. 428
Write a paragraph about his life and career using the following sentence starters:

Chances are... Because of... Therefore, ... Also,... Furthermore...

TAG (You're) It!

Constructed Response
What inferences can you make about the relationships between the characters in "Hades Takes a Wife"? Make at least two inferences, and give examples from the story to support your response.

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"he aches with his whole body to turn to look upon her face"

Write the extension of "Orpheus" from Eurydice's perspective. What are her thoughts on what Orpheus has done? What will she do? Why?

The mysteries of life

What does "The Death of Baldur" teach us about the mysteries of life? How is it similar to or different from another myth you know? Give an example from the story in your response.

Word Etymology

Complete Etymology License Plates for any FOUR words on p. 688 Practice-2 #4-11

Misplaced Modifier

Define and explain in your own words what a misplaced modifier is (Elements, p. 650).

Complete "Practice" #1-5. 

Thinking Critically

Complete "Thinking Critically" p. 326, #5-8 and 10. Please restate the questions and answer in complete sentences.

Reminder: "Animal Farm" test tomorrow, May 5!!! [You should know situational irony, allusion, theme, tone, parody, satire, propaganda, the author's purpose, and all that we covered during the novel.] Bring your book!!

She giggled...

Finish reading "Lamb to the Slaughter."

Explain why Mary giggles at the end of the story. How is this a "bitter truth wrapped in a little joke"? Give two examples from the story to support your answer.