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May 20, 2010

May 20, 2010

History:
Chpt. 19 Timeline is due 5/21.
Chpt. 19 Test is 5/21.

Novel, "The Examination":
Notes are due 5/24.
End of book test is 5/24.

Writing:
Using similes and metaphors involving ourselves and nature, write an autobiographical poem talking about yourself in relation to who you are, what you wish to become, what your dreams are or where you are from both locally or culturally. Write an "I am..." or I am from..." poem, worth 10 points, and is due 5/20.
Final copy should be revised and typed; is due 5/21.

Spelling and Vocabulary:
Alphetebize, syllables, parts of speech, accent marks, and sentences are due Wednesday, 5/19.

Words written three times paper is due Friday, 5/21.
Test is on Friday, 5/21.
(See 5/17 for Spelling/Vocabulary list)

Newspaper Article Review:
Read and review newspaper articles; write a review for 5 points due weekly on Tuesdays and Thursdays.

List the author, audience, location, as well as illustration and caption, if any.
Diagram one compound sentence.
Summarize the article (this can be one or more sentences.)

Write a letter to the editor, with your positive or negative review.

Be ready to discuss your article in class.

Posted by ValerieC at May 20, 2010 05:09 PM