1. Happy Valentine’s Day

2. Attention. Please take out a pen/ pencil and clear your desk
Attention! Please take out a pen/ pencil and clear your desk. Today you will be taking a test that will define the rest of your life. DO NOW: Answer the following questions: How do you feel? Why? (Please use complete sentences).

3. Examination Day
by Henry Seslar

4. Do Now: Please take out the story, “Examination Day”
and the worksheet.
Write your homework in your agenda.

5. Vocabulary 1. Tension- A situation of suspense/ uneasiness
2. Shrouded- Cover/ conceal from view
3. Vexation- Being annoyed, frustrated, or worried
4. Abruptly- Sudden, short, or unexpected
5. Gravely- Requiring serious thought
6. Puzzlement- A sense of confusion
7. Reluctantly- Not eager, hesitant

6. What elements of science fiction appear in the story?

7. What is the purpose of the examination?

8. Can you find any benefits to this arrangement?

9. How is knowledge viewed in the story
How is knowledge viewed in the story? How is knowledge viewed in our world?

10. Reflection Question #1 What was your reaction to the short story
Reflection Question #1 What was your reaction to the short story? How did it make you feel?

11. Reflection Question #2 Why do you think Richie’s parents kept this test a secret from him? Do you think his parents made a good decision in keeping it a secret?