1. September Pre AP English II
Daily Agenda
September Pre AP English II

2. Monday August 31, 2015 Do Now: Agenda: Do Now
ELACC9/10RL5: Analyze how an author’s choices of structure create effects such as mystery, tension, or surprise.
ElaCC10RL2: Determine a theme or central idea of text and analyze in detail the development over the course of the text.
Agenda:
Do Now
Continue reading “Contents of a Dead Man’s Pocket”
Finish completing the “Learned” section of the KWL chart.
Create a suspense chart
Finish reading the story for homework.
Reminders: Bring your book daily. Upcoming short story test next FRIDAY

3. Tuesday September 1, 2015 Do Now: Agenda:
In what kinds of jobs is it routine to risk one’s life and why are some people attracted to these jobs?
ELACC9/10RL5: Analyze how an author’s choices of structure create effects such as mystery, tension, or surprise.
ElaCC10RL2: Determine a theme or central idea of text and analyze in detail the development over the course of the text.
Agenda:
Discuss “The Contents of a Dead Man’s Pocket”
Dear Abby letters
Characterization chart
Story test next Friday September 18th.
Get your copy of the novel Of Mice and Men

4. Dear Abby Letter.
Pretend that you are Tom’s wife Clare, and you are writing a “Dear Abby” letter about your husband being a workaholic.
You will have about 15 minutes to complete this.

5. Wednesday September 2, 2015 Do Now: Standards: Agenda: Do Now
What are some examples of a modern-day plague? How do people protect themselves against such things?
Standards:
ELACC10-RL1, ELACC10-RL2, ELACC10-RL7, ELACC10-RL9
Agenda:
Do Now
Background notes
History Channel video
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6. Symbolism
Symbolism: a writer’s use of symbols in which a place, thing or event stands for a larger idea
A dog can be a symbol of…
A rose can be a symbol of…
A dove can be a symbol of…
May be subtle and open to interpretation
Can help reader understand and appreciate broader meaning of a work

7. Imagery
The use of figurative or descriptive language to create a vivid mental picture
Involves at least one of the five senses--sight, sound, touch, feel, taste
Helps to establish the mood of the piece

8. “Masque of the Red Death”
Author: Edgar Allan Poe ( )
Known for tales of horror and the macabre
Pioneered detective stories and science fiction
Troubled life
Orphaned at young age when father abandoned family and mother died of tuberculosis
At age 26, married 13-year-old cousin who died 11 years later of tuberculosis
Died mysteriously after being found on the streets of Baltimore—speculation includes alcoholism, heart disease, even rabies

9. Background: The Black Death
One of the most devastating pandemics in human history, peaking in Europe between
Killed 25 million people, 30-60% of Europe’s population
Spread by infected rats and flea bites
Started with appearance of buboes (tender, enlarged lymph nodes under the armpits, in the neck, or in the groin)
Most died a horrific death within 3-5 days

10. Background: The Black Plague
“They died by the hundreds, both day and night, and all were thrown in ... ditches and covered with earth. And as soon as those ditches were filled, more were dug. And I, Agnolo di Tura ... buried my five children with my own hands ... And so many died that all believed it was the end of the world.”
—The Plague in Siena: An Italian Chronicle

11. Thursday September 3, 2015 Do Now: Agenda:
Why do you think Poe would be inspired by The Black Death when writing “Masque of the Red Death”?
Standards:
ELACC10-RL1- Cite strong and thorough textual evidence to support analysis of what the text says as well as inferences drawn from the text. ELACC10-RL2- Determine a theme or central idea of text and analyze in detail its development over the course of text.
Agenda:
Answer Essential Question
Vocabulary identification
Text Codes and Reading
“The Masque of the Red Death”
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12. Friday, September 4, 2015 Do Now: Agenda:
Prince Prospero is hosting a masquerade. Why do you think that is significant in the story?
ELACC10-RL1- Cite strong and thorough textual evidence to support analysis of what the text says as well as inferences drawn from the text. ELACC10-RL2- Determine a theme or central idea of text and analyze in detail its development over the course of text.
Agenda:
Finish text codes for “The Masque of the Red Death”
I=Imagery
S=Symbolism
Directed Note Taking
Due TUESDAY 9/8
Complete the chart fully

13. Tuesday, September 8, 2015 Do Now: MUG #4 Agenda:
ELACC10-RL1- Cite strong and thorough textual evidence to support analysis of what the text says as well as inferences drawn from the text. ELACC10-RL2- Determine a theme or central idea of text and analyze in detail its development over the course of text.
Agenda:
Written response #2 to Essential Question
Question Generation
Write five questions on the bottom of your note taking handout.
Short Story study guide
Media Center
Test FRIDAY!

14. Short Story Study Guide
 Literature Terms:
Vocabulary:
Symbolism:
“Contents of a Dead Man’s Pocket”- Convoluted, grimace, deftness, imperceptibly, reveling, interminable
Imagery:
Allusion:
“The Monkey’s Paw”&”The Bridegroom”- doughty, maligned, credulity, prosaic, avaricious, furtively, fusillade, foreboding, and tumult
Characterization:
Direct Characterization:
Indirect Characterization:
“The Masque of the Red Death”- august, piquancy, arabesque, cessation, disapprobation, habiliments
Subordinate Characters: 
Round Characters:
Background Notes on the Black Death
Flat Characters:
Dynamic Character:
Know the author, storyline, setting, characters, and plot for the following stories:
Static Character:
Dialogue:
“The Monkey’s Paw”
Theme:
“The Bridegroom”
Protagonist:
“Contents of a Dead Man’s Pocket”
Antagonist:
“The Masque of the Red Death”
Antihero:
Foil:

15. Wednesday, September 9, 2015 Do Now: Agenda:
Final answer to Essential Question
First determine the theme
Give three examples each of imagery and symbolism in your answer.
The answer must take up the entire page. (At least two paragraphs)
Multiple Choice question
Extended writing Mask Assignment
Study Guide
TEST FRIDAY!
Do Now:
Why does an author use allusion?
ELACC10-RL1- Cite strong and thorough textual evidence to support analysis of what the text says as well as inferences drawn from the text. ELACC10-RL2- Determine a theme or central idea of text and analyze in detail its development over the course of text.
ELACC10-W2: Write explanatory texts to examine and convey complex ideas, concepts, and information clearly and accurately through the effective selection, organization, and analysis of the content

16. Thursday, September 10, 2015 Do Now: Agenda: Work on your study guide
Which story read so far did you like the most? Why?
ELACC10-RL1- Cite strong and thorough textual evidence to support analysis of what the text says as well as inferences drawn from the text. ELACC10-RL2- Determine a theme or central idea of text and analyze in detail its development over the course of text.
ELACC10-W2: Write explanatory texts to examine and convey complex ideas, concepts, and information clearly and accurately through the effective selection, organization, and analysis of the content.
Agenda:
Work on your study guide
Mask Creations and Explanations

17. Friday, September 11, 2015 Do Now: Agenda: Short Story Exam
Prepare yourself for the test. Clear your desk!
ELACC10-RL1- Cite strong and thorough textual evidence to support analysis of what the text says as well as inferences drawn from the text. ELACC10-RL2- Determine a theme or central idea of text and analyze in detail its development over the course of text.
Agenda:
Short Story Exam
Mask Project
DUE MONDAY

18. Monday, September 14, 2015 Mrs. Bass is out of class Agenda:
Gilgamesh reading and question sheet.

19. Tuesday, September 15, 2015 Agenda: Film “The Masque of the Red Death”
Do Now: Turn in your mask and get ready to view the film “The Masque of the Red Death” Staple everything together including the rubric. Place it in the white box.
Standards:
ELACC10-RL7: Analyze the representation of a subject of key scene in two different artistic mediums, including what is emphasized or absent in each treatment.
Agenda:
Film “The Masque of the Red Death”
Complete film viewing guide
Reminder: Get a copy of “Of Mice and Men”

20. Wednesday September 16, 2015 Do Now: Review film thus far.
Standards:
ELACC10-RL7: Analyze the representation of a subject of key scene in two different artistic mediums, including what is emphasized or absent in each treatment.
Bullying survey in media center
2nd and 5th periods
Media center
Continue viewing film
4th period:
Finish viewing film
Reminders for tomorrow.

21. Thursday September 17, 2015 Mrs. Bass is out of class today.
4th period Bullying survey Room 381
The Great Depression activity
2nd and 5th:The Great Depression Activity

22. Friday September 18, 2015 Agenda:
Do Now: Who was John Steinbeck? What did he write?
Standards:
ELACC10-RL7: Analyze the representation of a subject of key scene in two different artistic mediums, including what is emphasized or absent in each treatment.
Agenda:
Turn in The Great Depression activity
-Finish viewing film and video guide
- Great Depression video
Need Of Mice and Men book Monday.

23. Monday September 21, 2015 Do Now: Agenda: Journal explanation
Standards: ElaCC10-L5: Demonstrate understanding of figurative language, word relationships, and nuances in word meanings.-Interpret figures of speech.
ELACC10RL4: Determine the meaning of words and phrases as they are used in the text, including figurative and connotative meanings.
Agenda:
Journal Explanation
Exam return
Turtle Extended Metaphor Reading and Activity
Get your copy “Of Mice and Men” by Wednesday

24. Extended Metaphor
A metaphor, is a comparison between two unlike subjects. An extended metaphor is when an author uses a metaphor throughout a long passage or even an entire poem. An author would use an extended metaphor to create a clearer comparison between the two items.

25. Tuesday September 22, 2015 Agenda: Inflammatory words in literature
Do Now:
Seating chart
Quick write: Follow directions when prompted.
Standards: ElaCC10-L5: Demonstrate understanding of figurative language, word relationships, and nuances in word meanings.-Interpret figures of speech.
ELACC10RL4: Determine the meaning of words and phrases as they are used in the text, including figurative and connotative meanings.
Agenda:
Inflammatory words in literature
Quick write and discussion
Gloria Naylor essay
“Incident” poem

26. Wednesday September 23, 2015 Agenda:
Do Now:
What does it mean to be an outsider/displaced person? How does a person become an outsider/displaced person?
Standards: ElaCC10-L5: Demonstrate understanding of figurative language, word relationships, and nuances in word meanings.-Interpret figures of speech.
ELACC10RL4: Determine the meaning of words and phrases as they are used in the text, including figurative and connotative meanings.
Agenda:
Book report review
Book access on website
Book assignment
OMAM Vocabulary
Begin Reading “Of Mice and Men” Chapter 1

27. Chapter 1 Vocabulary
Write the word and find the definition to add to your notes.
You will be quizzed periodically on these words
Juncture
Mimic
Recumbent
Irrigation
Restless
Anguish
Scowl
Periscope
Pantomime
Contemplate
Carp

28. Thursday September 24, 2015
Do Now: What is your version of the American Dream? List the three things you most want in life (material or other) and explain why they are so important.
Standards: ELACC10-RL2: Determine a theme or central idea of text and analyze in detail its development over the course of the text.
: ElaCC10-L5: Demonstrate understanding of figurative language, word relationships, and nuances in word meanings.-Interpret figures of speech.
Agenda:
Chapter 1 quiz
Chapter 1 close reading and annotating
Chapter 1 Study question sheet
HW: Read Chapter 2

29. Friday September 25, 2015 Chapter 2 Quiz Annotation check
Do Now: Journal Assemble and turn in.
Staple top sheet to compiled journals.
Standards: ELACC10-RL2: Determine a theme or central idea of text and analyze in detail its development over the course of the text.
: ElaCC10-L5: Demonstrate understanding of figurative language, word relationships, and nuances in word meanings.-Interpret figures of speech.
Chapter 2 Quiz
Annotation check
Chapter 2 vocabulary
Discussion over OMAM
Read Chapter 3 by Tuesday!

30. Chapter 2 Vocabulary Laden Peer Mollify Pugnacious Gingerly Ominous
Derogatory
Plaintive
Contort
Complacently
Muse
Dignity

31. Monday September 28, 2015 Do Now: Agenda:
Discuss how you can be a good listener and presenter.
ELACC9-SL6: Adapt speech to a variety of contexts and tasks, demonstrating command of formal English when indicated or appropriate.
Agenda:
Book review and poster presentations.
Based on today’s presentation, whose book would you read if you could?
Vocabulary Quiz over chapters 1-2 Wednesday
Chapter 3 OMAM due Wednesday.

32. Tuesday September 28, 2015 Do Now: Agenda:
From yesterday’s presentations, whose book would you read?
ELACC9-SL6: Adapt speech to a variety of contexts and tasks, demonstrating command of formal English when indicated or appropriate.
Agenda:
Book review and poster presentations.
Based on today’s presentation, whose book would you read if you could?
Vocabulary Quiz over chapters 1-2 Wednesday
Chapter 3 OMAM due Thursday.

33. Wednesday September 30, 2015
Do Now: What is the meaning of “muse” in the book?
ELACC9-SL6: Adapt speech to a variety of contexts and tasks, demonstrating command of formal English when indicated or appropriate
Agenda:
Vocabulary Quiz Chapters 1 and 2
Finish book presentations
Finish reading Chapter 3
Reading check Chapter 3 tomorrow!

34. Thursday October 1, 2015 Agenda: Finish Presentations
Do Now:
Lennie and George do not technically have a house, but in what ways to they have a home? Where is that home?
Standards: ELACC10-RL2: Determine a theme or central idea of text and analyze in detail its development over the course of the text.
: ElaCC10-L5: Demonstrate understanding of figurative language, word relationships, and nuances in word meanings.-Interpret figures of speech.
Agenda:
Finish Presentations
Chapter 3 Reading Check
Complete chapter 2 and 3 study question worksheet

35. Chapter 3 Vocabulary Dusk Derision Receptive Nuisance Lynch Hunch
Rheumatism
Misery
9. Subdue 10. Orchard 11. Rapt 12. Bemused 13. Retreat 14. Poised 15. Hitch

36. Chapter 3 Reading Check
Up in Weed, Lennie scared a girl because he wanted to touch her dress, but he got scared and wouldn’t let go. What color was the girl’s dress?

37. Chapter 3 Reading Check
When Carlson takes Candy’s old dog outside to shoot him, what does Slim remind Carlson to take with him?

38. Chapter 3 Reading Check
The dream farm that George an Lennie fantasize about is actually a real place. The couple that owns it is old and the wife needs an operation. How much would the couple sell the farm for?

39. Friday October 2, 2015 Agenda:
Do Now: Think about what hope looks like. Draw a picture of your image of hope. Explain your image.
StandardsELACC10-RL2: Determine a theme or central idea of text and analyze in detail its development over the course of the text.
: ElaCC10-L5: Demonstrate understanding of figurative language, word relationships, and nuances in word meanings.-Interpret figures of speech.
Agenda:
Chapter 2&3 study questions handout
Chapter 3 vocabulary
-Day in the Life of the Working Poor activity
Chapter 4 Reading due Monday

40. Friday October 2, 2015
Do Now: Think about what hope looks like. Draw a picture of your image of hope. Explain your image.
StandardsELACC10-RL2: Determine a theme or central idea of text and analyze in detail its development over the course of the text.
: ElaCC10-L5: Demonstrate understanding of figurative language, word relationships, and nuances in word meanings.-Interpret figures of speech.
Begin reading Chapter 4.
Chapter 4 vocabulary
Work on Study questions for chapter 3 and 4.
Chapter 4 reading due Monday.

41. Friday October 2, 2015 Agenda: Reading check Chapter 4
Discussion over study questions
Begin reading Chapter 5.
Chapter 5 Vocabulary
Chapter 5 due Monday
Chapter 3-4 vocab quiz next Wednesday.