Week #5 9/15—9/18

“Just Because…” Poems Your poems are due today (as in right now). Is anyone willing to read theirs aloud to the class?

Follow these directions exactly… 1.Read through ALL of these instructions before starting. 2.Go to the school website 3.Click on “Academics”. 4.Click on “Departments”. 5.Click on “English”. 6.Click on your class period. 7.Scroll down to the link titled, “Rosa Parks Expository Text #1”. Click on the link. 8.Read the biography as a group or independently if you wish. Make sure that you read it all. (You should not be clicking on the link now…you should still be reading these instructions ) 9.Click on the video titled, “Rosa Parks Expository Text #2”. Watch it as a group. 10.Do the same for the video titled, “Rosa Parks Expository Text #3” 11.Answer questions 1-9 on the Rosa Parks text. Write in complete sentences. Type your answers in a Word document with all group members’ names at the top of the paper. (RP Expository Questions) 12.Respond to the “Rosa Parks Writing Assignment” prompt as a group. I am expecting ONE LENGTHY PARAGRAPH. **Timeline  read biography (15 min); watch videos (15); 9 questions (25); writing (25)

Go to the following websites (in this order) n/rosa-parks.html n/rosa-parks.html 5Fh0 5Fh0 parks /videos parks /videos

Answer the following questions based on the Rosa Parks biography… 1.Pull out one quote that shows Rosa Parks true character. Explain why you chose this quote. 2.Based on the author’s portrayal of Rosa Parks, in what ways did Rosa Parks’ character affect her choices she made in her career? Explain. 3.Which paragraph contains evidence that best supports your answer in #2? Cite two pieces of evidence from the paragraph. 4.What is the purpose of this sentence?: “I did not want to be mistreated, I did not want to be deprived of a seat that I had paid for.” 5.Which detail best supports the purpose of the sentence from #4? 6.How does the “Rosa Parks After Boycott” section contribute to the text as a whole? 7.Cite a quote from the “Rosa Parks After Boycott” to support your answer from #6. 8.What is the central idea of the “Montgomery Bus Boycott” section? 9.Which sentence best helps develop the central idea from #8?

Expository Writing Use the biography and two videos to compose a writing response. Rosa Parks made significant contributions in her quest for equal rights. Her accomplishments opened the door for other civil rights leaders to overcome racism and segregation. – In 1 lengthy paragraph, explain why Rosa Parks is a role model for overcoming obstacles in the face of adversity. Support your response with textual evidence and inferences drawn from the text.

Quick News… Wednesday tutoring… – Opportunity to retake/make-up quizzes (2 chances) – No school next Wednesday, so Tuesday but only for 30 minutes (3:15-3:45) Essay due date – Introduction today – Body Paragraphs on Mon/Tues – Conclusion on Thurs/Fri Just Because Poems iPhones and earphones and gum…. OH MY! Vocabulary Quiz #2 Calendar August/September Notebook Check – Date, no excuses, grading Rosa Parks Assignment I will start updating the PowerPoints weekly instead of bi-weekly on the school website. Stand up for yourself… this is your education “Glossary Update”

Glossary Update… (10L) (Under the essay prompt) 1.Essay Topic  the ONE value, priority, or belief that you are writing about 2.Expository Essay  the type of essay you are writing; informative writing 3.Reasons  support for your topic (you should have three) 4.Evidence  your proof as to why you are right; personal story, expert quote, fact, etc. 5.Topic Sentence  first sentence of each body paragraph which tells readers the topic of the paragraph. 6.Transition Sentence  last sentence of each body paragraph that wraps up the paragraph and gives readers a glimpse of what is coming next. 7.Thesis Statement  this sentence comes as the last sentence in your introduction paragraph. It tells what your entire essay will be about. (Topic + 3 reasons = thesis statement) 8.Hook  grabs the readers attention while introducing the essay’s topic 9.Claim  the point you are trying to make with your essay

Let’s Brainstorm… Topics… Honesty—truth will set you free; Trust—build social connection; nothing without trust Determination—never give up on your goals Responsibility—builds character Respect—to not “burn bridges” Loyalty—earn, not get; Humbleness/Meekness—plan for the future Knowledge—used to make the future better; Expression of oneself—separates you from the rest of society Kindness—treat people the way you want to be treated Friendship—company; Family—there for you in rough times; always have your back Reasons…

Let’s Brainstorm… Topics… Sports—to be fit; entertained; to be part of a team Idols—give inspiration; Religion—gives hope; Fairness—to be balanced in life Education—to be more open-minded; Success—to achieve goals; Honesty—be true to yourself; show who you really are; others will truth you Family—can’t live without them Money—need it to survive; Politics—establish a fair government; Independence– prove to yourself that you can do it; learn from your mistakes Reasons…

Let’s Brainstorm… Topics… Religion—where we come from; Honesty—the right thing to do; Respect—others will respect you back; Trustworthy—builds relationships; builds bonds Sports—hobby; teaches sportsmanship; part of a team Family—always there; Knowledge—you need it; allows people to be open-minded Success—your future; Responsibility—prepares you for bigger responsibilities in life; Determination—your spirit; Reasons…

Let’s Brainstorm… Topics… Honesty—people will lie back to you, truth will set you free; Loyalty—wont get hurt; Trust—family trust; Responsibility—people depend on you Kindness—people will be kind back to you; Determination—usually leads to success, learn from mistakes Caring—people will care about you; you will be invested Success—leads/shows your future; never give up until you succeed Knowledge—better understanding of things; open-mindedness; wiser Reasons…

Expository Essay Outline (10R) Topic  Main claim of the essay  I. Introduction  II. Body Paragraph #1  III. Body Paragraph #2  IV. Body Paragraph #3  V. Conclusion 

Fill in your outline on page 10R Step 1: Write out your essay topic at the top of the page. Step 2: Fill in your main claim – “The most important value a person can have is honesty.” Step 3: Choose three reasons that support your main claim and fill them in under the outline for II., III., and IV (Body #1, 2, and 3). Step 4: Write your thesis statement next to “I. Introduction” using the following format: _____(essay topic) is the most important value/priority/belief a person can have because _______(reason #1), ______(reason #2), and _____(reason #3). Step 5: Rewrite your thesis statement in different words. Write this next to “V. Conclusion”.

Expository Essay Outline (10R) Topic  Main claim of the essay  I. Introduction  II. Body Paragraph #1  III. Body Paragraph #2  IV. Body Paragraph #3  V. Conclusion 

(Page 11L) Introduction Notes/Outline Sentence 1-2- Hook. (4 options) Sentence 3-5- Introduce your topic and give some background information on the topic. (definition?) Sentence 6- Thesis statement--Clearly state your claim and very briefly state your 3 reasons to support your claim. (_____(essay topic) is the most important value/priority/belief a person can have because _______(reason #1), ______(reason #2), and _____(reason #3).)

(11L) Introduction Paragraph Avoid 1 st person when possible (I think, In my opinion, we…) – State your opinions as though they were facts. – Your essay will sound much stronger. Do not begin any of your sentences with “well…” or “so…” The word “essay” should not be in your essay. Your thesis should be the last sentence of the introduction paragraph and should be ONLY ONE sentence. Your hook should be the first sentence of your introduction. Read over your essay to catch silly errors!!!!

The introduction has a "hook or grabber" to catch the reader's attention. 1. Opening with a Quotation: (Elbert Hubbard once said, "Truth is stronger than fiction.") 2. Opening with a Statistic or Fact: (74% of the population is under the poverty level.) 3. Opening with a Question. (What if everything a person said was a lie?) 4. Opening with an Exaggeration or Outrageous Statement. (The whole world watched as the comet flew overhead.)

Introduction Paragraph- Rough Draft (11R) You have the rest of the class period to write a rough draft of your introduction paragraph on page 11R. This is your homework and is due the next time that I see you. If you finish today, I can check it off and give you credit. This is also a great opportunity to get some feedback from me as well as your classmates.