Bell Ringer: Pass your homework forward. In bullet form, list 3 themes in Of Mice and Men. For each bullet point, write one fully developed sentence about what message Steinbeck is sending about the theme. For each bullet point, write one fully developed sentence about your opinion on the theme.

Of Mice and Men: Written Analysis Mr. Short / English 9 / May 2nd, 2011

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Yesterday’s News: How did you hear about the news?

Written Analysis: What’s a written analysis? A written analysis is an essay. *Collective Groan* Why will we be doing this? To further explore an important theme within Steinbeck’s novella Of Mice and Men. To be sure everyone is voicing their opinion. To practice our writing skills and prepare for the New York State Regents examination.

Handouts: Introduction Please select one of the seven themes listed as options for your reflection paper.

Connections: Return to your bell ringer to find any connections between what you’ve written, and the topic suggestions.

Handouts: Introduction MoBaThBlue Writing Motivator Background Thesis Blueprint Conclusion 9

Handouts: MoBaTheBlue Writing Style Hold on to this sheet FOREVER. Motivator Background Thesis Blueprint Conclusion Hold on to this sheet FOREVER.

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Use Your Notes: We’ve taken notes on all of these themes. We’ve even had the themes as titles for some daily notes. Use your notes.

Brainstorm: Use the remaining time in the period to select a theme you’d like to focus on. Think of each option carefully.