Wednesday, February 26, 2014

We're English 10 Nerds and Loving It: February 26, 2014

Focus: How can we improve and develop your essay on A Midsummer Night's Dream?

1. Warming up with a little List 15 SAT vocabulary: Would you like a little quizlet.com time?

2. Taking a few brave volunteers: Thesis editing

Is it clear (eloquent and easy to understand)?
0        1        2        3        4        5

Is it specific (does it list 2-3 reasons, the title of the play, etc.)?
0        1        2        3        4        5

Is it debatable (does it take a strong stance)?
0        1        2        3        4        5

Is it provable (is there evidence in the play and in real life to support it)?
0        1        2        3        4        5


3. Working on your essay:
  • Revising your thesis
  • Revising your opening sentence
  • Revising your first example
  • Composing your next example (or two)


HW:
1. Finish the outline (#4, #5, and #6).

2. Study your List 15 SAT vocabulary for Friday's quiz.

3. Memoir reading

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