1. Objectives: To determine how an author uses the meaning of words or phrases, including figurative language and connotative meanings, in a text; analyze the impact of specific word choices on meaning and tone, including analogies or allusions to other texts.(A-C.2.1.3) To demonstrate command of the conventions of standard English grammar and usage (E08.D.1.1) 2/22/16 Take the handout from the counter. Take out your materials for The Red Badge of Courage. First RBOC discussion is TOMORROW. We are going to the Book Fair tomorrow, as well.

2. Pronouns and Antecedents Antecedent: a thing or event that existed before or logically precedes another ( A NOUN) The antecedent does not have to come before its pronoun in the sentence. Examples: After the students finished the quizzes, they read. After the they finished the quizzes, the students read. Antecedent (noun): STUDENTS Pronoun: THEY

3. Pronouns and Antecedents Because a pronoun refers to or takes the place of a noun, it must be clear which noun the pronoun is referring to: Dawn said she liked the play. You can’t have your friends over until the dishes are done. Edgar Allan Poe was known for his horror stories.

4. The Red Badge of Courage: Discussion 1 Come prepared with first discussion page filled out. We will specifically focus on FORESHADOWING and how the elements that you have identified may provide hints about events to come. Discussion 1 will be simple: You will be expected to show up and contribute. I will keep track of your thoughtful contributions, and you will receive 5 points for being part of the conversation. Discussions will become progressively more complex and sophisticated.

5. The Red Badge of Courage You have the rest of the period to read and prepare for discussion. If you finish your organizer before you leave today, then please show it to me.

6. Objectives: To determine how an author uses the meaning of words or phrases, including figurative language and connotative meanings, in a text; analyze the impact of specific word choices on meaning and tone, including analogies or allusions to other texts.(A-C.2.1.3) To demonstrate command of the conventions of standard English grammar and usage (E08.D.1.1) 2/23/16 We are going to the Book Fair NOW. I will call you to line up AFTER I have checked your reading stuff. Take out your materials for The Red Badge of Courage.

7. The Red Badge of Courage: FORESHADOWING Let’s start with an operational definition... Look at your notes. Make a mark by any that might suggest events to come. I will start the ball rolling. Your job? Keep the conversation going. If you would like to change the subject because you have a comment or question that you REALLY want to ask, that’s fine.

8. Objectives: To determine how an author uses the meaning of words or phrases, including figurative language and connotative meanings, in a text; analyze the impact of specific word choices on meaning and tone, including analogies or allusions to other texts.(A-C.2.1.3) To demonstrate command of the conventions of standard English grammar and usage (E08.D.1.1) 2/24/16 You will have an opportunity to go to the Book Fair in small groups tomorrow if you’d like to make a purchase. Take out your pronoun notes. Take out your materials for The Red Badge of Courage. DISCUSSION IN GROUPS: What purpose does IMAGERY serve in writing? What is SYMBOLISM? How do you know when something is a symbol???

9. Pronouns Rules Pronouns must agree in number and gender. If the pronoun takes the place of a singular noun, you have to use a singular pronoun. What do you do with a singular noun that could refer to a man or a woman? Incorrect: A person should be able to make up their own mind about the proposed changes. Incorrect: A doctor should do everything possible to help their patients.

10. Pronouns Rules If possible, just make the antecedent plural: People should be able to make up their own minds about the proposed changes. Doctors should do everything possible to help their patients.

11. Examples If a student parks a car on campus, he or she has to buy a parking sticker. Shel Silverstein is best known for his poems and drawings for children. Several students shared their poems with the class.

12. The Red Badge of Courage: Discussion 2 Come prepared with second discussion page filled out. We will specifically focus on IMAGERY and SYMBOLISM. Earning points for Discussion 2 will be a little harder: You will be expected to talk in your small groups BEFORE the whole- group discussion and identify specific examples of imagery and suspected symbols. You will be expected to provide meaningful contributions to both small and large group discussion. I will be checking. You will be expected to fill out an exit ticket explaining one aspect of the book that is clearer to you as a result of the discussion.

13. Objectives: To determine how an author uses the meaning of words or phrases, including figurative language and connotative meanings, in a text; analyze the impact of specific word choices on meaning and tone, including analogies or allusions to other texts.(A-C.2.1.3) To demonstrate command of the conventions of standard English grammar and usage (E08.D.1.1) 2/26/16 Take out your pronoun notes. Take out your materials for The Red Badge of Courage. I’m checking NOW.

14. Indefinite Pronouns: Singular An indefinite pronoun does not refer to any specific person, thing or amount. It is vague and “not definite.” These indefinite pronouns are SINGULAR: anybodyoneanythingeach everybodyanyoneeverythingother/anoth er somebodyeveryonesomethingeither/neith er nobodysomeonenothinglittle/much no one

15. Indefinite Pronouns: Plural These indefinite pronouns are plural: both few many others several

16. Indefinite Pronouns: Singular OR Plural These indefinite pronouns can be singular or plural, depending on how they’re used in a sentence:

17. Examples Everybody ought to do his or her best. (NOT: their best) Most of the pie is gone. (singular) Most of the cookies are still here. (plural) Several of the desserts were completely eaten. (plural)

18. The Red Badge of Courage: IMAGERY AND SYMBOLISM Talk to your group: Where are you seeing strong imagery? What are some suspected symbols? Why? Time to share. I will start the ball rolling. Your job? Keep the conversation going. If you would like to change the subject because you have a comment or question that you REALLY want to ask, that’s fine.

19. EXIT TICKET IN ONE THOUGHTFUL SENTENCE, EXPLAIN ONE ASPECT OF THE STORY THAT IS CLEARER TO YOU AS A RESULT OF DISCUSSION. Stick post-it to white board WITH YOUR NAME ON IT before you leave.