Hi, AP Lang! You need: Journal (4/14/15): Pencil/pen Journal Adventure notes Journal (4/14/15): NY Times Columnist, David Brooks, writes in his new book about the influence of social media in creating a “Big Me” culture (where we’re constantly being praised and rewarded for celebrating ourselves all the time). Within it he argues that “we live in a culture that encourages us to be big about ourselves. The starting point of trying to build inner goodness is to be a little bit smaller about yourself.” This has led to a larger conversation about goodness and how one develops their morals. D, C, Q: Morals are innate and cannot be taught.

What devices help create an emotional connection to the reader? When you leave you will have: -used rhetorical techniques within your #APLangadventure essay. Agenda: Journal: Morals #APLangAdventure Think like a writer: What devices help create an emotional connection to the reader? What device(s) helps emphasize? What device makes something seem overwhelming? How can you use techniques to create drama? HOMEWORK: Narrative Draft is due TOMORROW. Journal Explode due Friday

April 14 Journal: What are some of the positive traits that your parents or guardians have modeled for you? Agenda: Journal Reflections Finish Read Act 1, Scene 1 Conflicts Reflection

Reflection: In Act 1, scene 1 Troy says, “You still trying to get something for nothing. Life don’t owe you nothing. You owe it to yourself.” Do you agree or disagree with Troy? Why or why not? BE SPECIFIC. Use examples from your life that can support it your opinion.

How can self-imposed barriers prevent people from growing and experiencing their dreams?

Fences Fences are good because… Fences are bad because… Divide you from neighbor problems Provide privacy Create boundaries Protection Keep pets contained A sense of style (decorate them) Restricts exploration A symbol of disagreement Creates a limited space Doesn’t allow anything new

Journal Explodes REQUIREMENTS RUBRIC 5 paragraphs Introduction Conclusion 3 middle supporting paragraphs Evidence Examples Personal stories/anecdotes Thesis statement Each paragraph = 5 points Thesis statement = 5 points Details/evidence to support/explain thesis statements = 5 points GREAT vocab = 5 bonus points 40 points total

Thesis Statements Includes topic & claim: Maryland should not change its law because children must learn responsibility and independence when left home alone. Does NOT include phrases like: I think You should (really, anything with personal pronouns)