Agenda IR Graphic Essays Show samples Answer clarifying questions Finish Okonkwo Presentations Practice Mini Socratic Seminars (10-15 min each) Woman with Kite Grape Sherbet Prayer to the Masks The Second Coming

Reminders (2/6/19) Vocab Unit 7 : Full Quiz, no notes, Friday, 2/8 Graphic Essays – due Monday, 2/8 Work session for Graphic Essay – about an hour this Friday Get a copy of Othello (No Fear Shakespeare version is definitely OK!) – need this by February 8 - In class with you Tuesday, 2/12

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Graphic Essay Identify Groups Samples Questions

Characterization in Things fall apart *For all of this work, the whole book should be considered for evidence, examples, etc. Groups 1 & 2: Compare and contrast Okonkwo’s father Unoka, Okonkwo, Ikemefuna, and Nwoye. Use the diagram provided to sort through your thoughts. After completing the chart with details. Respond to #2 on page 228 – pulling in all the fathers and sons. Groups 3 & 4: Exploring Okonkwo’s feelings and fears along with the reason for the fears and the effect they have on his action. Create a 2 column chart – left side: Feelings & Fears: Passages from Text; right side: interpretation/explanation and at the bottom answer 1) How do Okonkwo’s fears influence his actions? 2) What are the reasons for his fears? Groups 5 & 6: Characterization (p. 233) – Create a chart like the one on page 233. Use at least 4 different characters and complete the chart. Groups 7 & 8: Conflicting Sides in Okonkwo’s Character (p. 231) – Create a chart like the one on page 231. Focus on Okonkwo’s achievements and status vs. Negative Traits and Actions. Write a claim about Okonkwo’s dual nature. Then, move to write a broader thesis considering complexity and insight.

Guidelines for Presenting Graphic Essay Present/state your claim Present 2-3 pieces of your evidence and interpretation – or at least the number of group members – i.e. 3 group members – 3 pieces of evidence shared. Explain your symbolism (i.e. colors, objects, choices, etc.) and other meaningful choices about your graphic essay 10 points of your grade will be an individual speaking grade - Even though it is not a formal speech, remember to avoid uhms, likes, and other filler words - Be mindful of consistent eye contact and speaking clearly. You do NOT have to dress up.

Mini-Socratic Seminar Practice