September 14-15, 2017 Objectives: Evaluate peer expository writing according to AP expectations. Discuss how an author achieves artistic unity in a literary text. Catalyst: Pick up handouts Turn in seminar self-assessment Make sure your paper is ready for peer editing Reading check (6 mins.) Homework for next class: Native Son pre-reading Complete top half of pg. 1 of MWDS (I will check) Read through Book One where the fleur-de-lis breaks the page (right after “gratify powerful impulses in a world he feared.” – it’s pg. 42 in my edition)

Scoring responses in this class: 4 (100) - Strong insight Clear stance/argument Impactful, fully supported and integrated evidence Mature voice with command of language/grammar Masterfully answers all parts of the prompt Does not rely on plot summary 3 (85) - Some insight, but does not go far enough beyond surface-level analysis Evidence addresses the topic sentence but isn't fully supported Few grammatical issues, which do not hinder reader understanding Answers all parts of the prompt Minimal plot summary 2 (70) - Analysis/discussion is limited or sometimes unclear Adequately addresses prompt References are made to the work generally Less effective or irrelevant evidence used Grammatical/syntactical issues hinder some understanding Plot summary is too prevalent 1 (55) - Analysis is nonexistent or completely unclear Prompt may be referred to but is not completely addressed Language lacks maturity Response is simplistic, disorganized, or off topic

Example: RUN Active: Passive: Present: He runs down the street. What is a verb? Definition: a word used to describe an action, state, or occurrence, and forming the main part of the predicate of a sentence Example: RUN Active: Passive: Present: He runs down the street. He is running down the street. Past: He ran down the street. He was running down the street. Which one denotes stronger, more concise writing?

Voice Lesson activity (verbs/diction) Consider: "Doc awakened very slowly and clumsily like a fat man getting out of a swimming pool. His mind broke the surface and fell back several times." -John Steinbeck, Cannery Row Discuss: What is the subject of the verb broke? What does this tell you about Doc's ability to control his thinking at this point in the story? To what does surface refer? Remember that good writers often strive for complexity rather than simplicity. Apply: List three active verbs that could be used to complete the sentence below. What is each's connotation? He __________________ into the crowded auditorium.

Peer-Editing: The Stranger General Reminders: This is a time for academic discussion and critique. Don’t apologize. Everyone gets that this essay was written under a time constraint. Remember the grammar lesson FOLLOW THE PROCESS Peer-Editing: The Stranger Final draft and all components due: September 26/27