1. Hello! In my absence, you will be continuing with the lesson for “The Possibility of Evil.”
To start, the substitute will return to you and your partner from last class the ticket out. Review what you had to say about Miss Strangeworth.
Then, write down on the ticket out, one question that you would ask the author about this character. Submit this paper back to the substitute.
For kids who weren’t here last class, write down a question on a blank scrap paper.
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2. Continue reading… You must continue reading using PALS step three.
Continue to write down your 10 words or less summaries.
When you are finished reading the entire story, raise your hand and the substitute will give you the next step. This next step will be completed individually –
NO COPYING.
Continue reading…

3. INDIVIDUALLY Complete the character traits web for Mrs. Strangeworth.
Use specific words and details from the story to complete the web. These specific words will help you understand how Jackson uses her words to help create her theme.
Use your 10 word summaries to help you pinpoint where in the text you should go to find those specific words and details.
INDIVIDUALLY

4. Decide on Shirley Jackson’ theme regarding the difference between perception and reality.
Use your theme notes to help you. These notes should be in your notebook.
Write the theme for the story on the bottom of the character traits web.
INDIVIDUALLY

5. How did Shirley Jackson use repetition of words and phrases or unusual word choice to help show Miss Strangeworth’s characterization?
Write your answer on the lines next to this slide. Use examples from the story.
Individually

6. Now, write the LEQ response using the CSET components.
How does Shirley Jackson use characterization and word choice to illustrate the difference between perception and reality in “The Possibility of Evil”?
Be sure to use our focus area terms: characterization, word choice, perception and reality.
Be sure to tie each example in to your claim.
You will have more than one example to address this question.
Use your notes and the character trait web!!!