YOU WILL BE ABLE TO: Identify correct answers on pearl exam Define Satire and similar terms and its relation within “Harrison Bergeron” HOMEWORK: 1.) Finish reading “H.B.” 2.) Annotate – using pen or highlighters – for: Characterization Satire/hyperbole 3.)Complete worksheet

 The use of humor, irony, exaggeration, or ridicule to expose and criticize people's stupidity or vices.  Mockery of the government/political figures  9tCiwvA 9tCiwvA

YOU WILL BE ABLE TO: Identify elements of hyperbole, satire, irony, and characterization in “H.B.” Determine its message of a dystopia or utopia HOMEWORK: 1.) Read “Lamb to the Slaughter” Irony – all 3 types Verbal, situational, dramatic 3.)Complete worksheet

George Restrictions for thinking analytically Represents: He has respect for the rules and represents the common passive citizen who does not critique a government that manipulates individuals. Passiveness towards authority. Hazel Average intelligence does not allow her to think about anything deeply Represents: In the end all her kindness counts for nothing as her stupidity outruns her good intentions. Dianna Moon Glampers Represents: This seems to symbolize that America is ruled by persons of average intelligence, a comment on the competence of those running government. Harrison All-American Athlete and kid Represents: Rebel Ballerinas, government, musicians, etc.

The satire raises a serious question: the desire for social equality – the extent a society will go to reach it

Dystopia: Usually presents a story told out of despair A Message of warning The use of “big government”/military – those who never question it Tactics of mind control & intimidation Utopia: Presents a message of hope Usually has a sort of Council where decisions are made based on the "greater good“ Generally based on the so-called equality of all humankind. Many times the equality of the society in utopian fiction is an illusion.

YOU WILL BE ABLE TO: Define irony and understand its purpose in “Lamb to the Slaughter” HOMEWORK: Begin considering which story you want to write on” The Pearl “Harrison Bergeron” “Lamb to the Slaughter”

3 TYPES: Verbal: Sarcasm, the “opposite” of what is really meant through speech Situational: the “opposite” of what one expects to happen Dramatic: Information that the reader knows, that a character does not, thus understanding the irony of an event within the text

YOU WILL BE ABLE TO: Determine the topics/main ideas present within your story Formulate a proper thesis statement HOMEWORK: Pick 3 quotes from the story you plan to use. Write them down on your brainstorming handout and cite them!! (Make sure they support your argument and relate to your universal theme)

Meet with your group members Begin working on handout When you have your thesis statement, come see me Only 3 people in a line at a time – so please wait if you need to

Meet with your group members Begin filling out graphic organizer: Thesis, story quotes w/citation When you have filled in those portions, write out topic sentences for each body paragraph --Work together! G.O. with completed topic sentences – due at the end of the period!

YOU WILL BE ABLE TO: Formulate proper background information, lead-ins, and story quote analysis for each body paragraph HOMEWORK: You must have at least two secondary sources for your paper – using your iPad or computer – conduct research tonight and find at least one of your two sources tonight!! Print only the pages you need from the article, and highlight quotes you plan to use

Meet with your group members Check any notes I made regarding your topic sentences (I sentence each)– edits may need to be made – transitional phrases… When you have corrected your topic sentences, move onto background information (2-3 sentences). There is no specific area for this in your packet, but you will need to include it before your 1 st story quote. Does your quote have a lead-in? (quote and lead-in flow as one complete sentence) Story quote analysis – focus on the lit. Element and how it proves your universal theme -focus one what you are being asked sentences -When/if you complete all the above see me…

Meet with your group members –sit near one another as best you can Please pull out your secondary source that you found for homework, so I can come around and check Today you are looking for another secondary source, remember you need 2 total, and they need to be different The book cart is available to you as well. Secondary source quotes and analysis in graphic organizer due Thursday!!

Meet with your group members –sit near one another as best you can continue looking for your secondary sources: remember you need 2 total, and they need to be different The book cart is available to you as well. Secondary source quotes and analysis in graphic organizer due Tomorrow – by the end of the period Begin working on your works cited only after you have turned in your organizer to me…

 "The Pearl." Short Stories for Students. Ed. Ira Mark Milne. Vol. 22. Detroit: Gale, Gale Virtual Reference Library. Web. 14 Nov   "Harrison Bergeron." Short Stories for Students. Ed. Tim Akers and Jerry Moore. Vol. 5. Detroit: Gale Group, Gale Virtual Reference Library. Web. 14 Nov   "Lamb to the Slaughter." Short Stories for Students. Ed. Kathleen Wilson and Marie Lazzari. Vol. 4. Detroit: Gale, Gale Virtual Reference Library. Web. 14 Nov

 Identify proper secondary sources and incorporate into your graphic organizer  Provide detailed supportive analysis of each secondary quote  Begin formulating a proper works cited page Homework: Body paragraph #1 due Monday Folder for final draft

Complete your finding of secondary sources: remember you need 2 total, and they need to be different Secondary source quotes and analysis in graphic organizer due by the end of the period, but if you are finished before then, please turn it into me Begin working on your works cited only after you have turned in your organizer to me If you finish your works cited today/tomorrow, call me over so I can look it over

Double check your graphic organizer for edits/notes etc. when you receive it **Any changes you need to make, be sure to do so Begin working on your works cited if you did not do so yesterday, and afterwards you should begin constructing your 1 st body paragraph

#1 General Statement: Grabs the audience’s attention (1 sentence) #2 Linking Sentences: Begin to transition into talking about your specific topic. (2 sentences) #5 Thesis Statement : A statement that EXACTLY SPECIFIFES what you will discuss in your essay. (1 sentence) There should be about a total of 7 sentences #3 Link to literature: Introduces both literature pieces and authors. (1-2 sentences) #4 Background Information: Provide background of the story; mention aspects you plan to focus on, but you do not need to go into great detail. (2-3 sentences)

General Statement:: Re connect with your audience. Give them a message or statement as a take away. The overall idea/message by you! Transition: Transition back to your opener and general information Thesis Statement : Rephrase the thesis statement. Remind the reader of your focus. Refer back to theme/prompt : Rephrase the information about your specific theme/topic. Restate valid points that prove your argument

 Use a transitional phrase: The reason you need to transition is because if you were to just jump from your analysis and start talking about another author, it would cause your paper to lose fluidity and become choppy

Example: Author Karen Holleran also focuses on Jerry’s characterization in her piece. She describes him as “…” (Holleran 1). Example: Jerry also attempts to not only break away from his mother, but also join a group of boys. In his attempt to do this, Karen Holleran notes “…” (Holleran 2).

Please also have your graphic organizer out… WAIT TO LOG ON

Targets 11/24/2014

Targets 11/25/2014

Targets 12/1/2014

 In a folder, in the following order, you will submit:  Rubric (I will provide you with this)  Final copy of Paper  Works cited (3 total sources should be listed)  Secondary Sources (if you took pictures…)  Thesis handout w/quotes on backside  Graphic Organizer

 Topic sentence (relate to thesis statement – inclusion of literary element and theme)  Background information (2 sentences)  Lead in, quote, citation ( I SMOOTH sentence)  Analysis (connection/explanation of importance of lit element) (3-4 sentences)  Transition into second supporting example/background information (2 sentences)  Lead in, quote, citation ( I SMOOTH sentence)  Analysis (connection/explanation of importance in connection to previous quote and THEME) (3-4 sentences)  Transition (remind audience of main idea/summary)  Concluding sentence – restate the same idea from your topic sentence

Targets 12/2/2014

Targets 12/3/2014

Common errors Titles Citations when there is no author Present tense Topic sentence & closing sentence Lead-ins – you can N E V E R begin a sentence with a quote Analysis – 3 -4 setences Quotes with capitals: Moments before Kino releases his animal like rage “[t]he doctor proves Kino’s assertion when he complains that he will not see Coyotito” (Perkins 2).

Introduction paragraph “Funnel introduction”

conclusion paragraph “reverse Funnel ”