Tuesday, October 24, 2017

Tuesday, October 24th

Remember to have your parents or guardians schedule Parent/Teacher/Student conferences for this Wednesday and Thursday. No school for you on Thursday and Friday!

  • Reading and Notes: We'll begin by reading and discussing Shirley Jackson's short story, "The Lottery." We'll discuss possible themes and symbolism in the story, and you'll take notes. 
  • Review: We'll briefly review Bloom's Taxonomy. (You took notes on this yesterday.)
  • Finally, you'll have WORK TIME for the following:
    • Chapter 2 Vocabulary Page Due Today
    • Write in Notebook:
      • A one-sentence argument on the theme of "The Lottery"
      • 3 varied-level questions about the story, using your understanding of Bloom's Taxonomy
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