Big Body Project Freshman English

The bones of the project: This is a huge, glorified, one-pager. You will be in groups of 4 Your one-pager is a character from Lord of the Flies, “The Cask of Amontillado”, “The Most Dangerous Game”, or “The Necklace”. Using butcher paper, you will trace one of your partners, create your one-pager, and cut out your creation.

Your “Big Body” must include: 5 direct quotes that either your character states or is about your character 10 key words that describe your character 3 symbols drawn that represent your character (e.g. Piggy’s glasses) Color and creativity The title of the book/story and the author’s name, Character’s name One conflict that your character has with another character and an explanation (E.g. Ralph vs. Jack…leadership struggle).

Picking your Big Body Character… Each group will come up with a list of their top 3 choices Mrs. Willis will review your choices, and let you know which character you will have.

Your “Big Body” Character Can Be… Ralph Montresor Piggy Fortunato Jack Madame Loisel Simon Rainsford Roger General Zaroff Samneric Ivan Lord of the Flies Other options (Check with Mrs. Willis!) The Beast (pilot)

Big Body Examples

In Progress Example

In Progress Example

What will I be graded on? Your completed project- all group members will receive the same grade that was given to the whole group. (Ex. If the group earned 90/100, each group member’s grade would be 90/100) Participation points for EACH DAY- Each person will be able to earn 15 participation points per day for helping your group with the project, and being involved. If you are not helping, distracting others, sitting there talking, playing on your phone, etc. you will get points deducted for the day. (Possible 60 points in separate assignments)