English II Honors—October 22, 2015 Daily Warm-up: Often in dramatic texts, a character delivers an extended speech known as a monologue. What might be the author’s purpose for including a monologue? How could a monologue convey characterization? Homework: – Study for Lesson 18 and 19 and Unit 4 Quiz – Reading Plus due Sunday at 11:59

English II Honors—Lesson 18 Vocabulary outsource—v. contract (work) out or abroad underdog—n. a competitor thought to have little chance of winning a fight or contest gridlock—n. a traffic jam affecting a whole network of intersecting streets common sense—n. good sense and sound judgment in practical matters superhighway—n. an expressway overkill—n. the amount by which destruction or the capacity for destruction exceeds what is necessary wind chimes—n. a decorative arrangement of small pieces of glass, metal, or shell suspended from a frame, typically hung near a door or window so as make a tinkling sound in the breeze backlash—n. a strong and adverse reaction by a large number of people, especially to a social or political development tip-off—n. a piece of information, typically one given in a discreet or confidential way benchmark—n. a standard or point of reference against which things may be compared or assessed

English II Honors—Lesson 19 Vocabulary defray—v. provide money to pay (a cost or expense). fractional—adj. small or tiny in amount fractious—adj. (typically of children) irritable and quarrelsome fragment—n. a small part broken or separated off something frail—adj. (of a person) weak and delicate fritter—v. waste time, money, or energy on trifling matters infraction—n. a violation or infringement of a law, agreement, or set of rules infringe—v. act so as to limit or undermine (something); encroach on osprey—n. a large fish-eating bird of prey refractory—adj. stubborn or unmanageable

Unit 4 Vocabulary justice criteria advance direct characterization indirect characterization complex character character sketch oral interpretation stage directions stichomythia ode dynamic character static character foil

Unit 4 Embedded Assessment 1 Your assignment is to research, analyze, and present an oral interpretation of a monologue. Your monologue must be from a work of literature (book or play). You will need to use vocal and visual delivery to convey a complex character’s voice. You will write a sketch of the character you are portraying. You will also evaluate your own and other students’ performances and write a reflection on your oral interpretation of Literature.

Unit 4 Embedded Assessment #1—Perform a Monologue Presenting an Oral Interpretation of Literature The performer provides a thorough written explanation of steps taken to plan the interpretation. The performer writes a reflection that accurately evaluates strengths and weaknesses of the performance. The performer includes an insightful analysis of what has been learned about characterization and oral interpretation. The performer selects a passage of strong literary merit that conveys a complex character. The performer introduces the oral interpretation in an engaging manner. The performer provides well-researched information to place the passage in the context of the work. The performer uses effective vocal and visual delivery strategies to orally interpret a text. The performer engages the audience with eye contact, rarely referring to notes. The performer demonstrates active listening by taking detailed notes and responding thoughtfully to other performances.

Excerpt from A Sport of Nature SOAPSToneAnalysisTextual Support Speaker: What does the reader know about the writer? Occasion: What are the circumstances surrounding the text? Audience: Who is the target audience? Purpose: Why did the author write this text? Subject: What is the topic? Tone: What is the author’s tone, or attitude, towards the subject?

Original Monologues Write an original monologue on an issue of interest to you that reveals characterization, an internal conflict, or perhaps an issue of fairness or justice. – Include a summary statement of the scenario before the monologue. – Describe the speaker’s feelings on an internal conflict to convey theme. – Use diction, detail, sentence structure, and punctuation for effect. Trade monologues with a partner. Rehearse and conduct an oral reading of your partner’s monologue with appropriate vocal and visual delivery. Answer the following questions before you turn in your monologue: – To what extent did your partner interpret the monologue with the characterization and tone you intended? – Discuss ways to refine your monologue to make your intentions clearer and revise it accordingly.