1. English 2 September 5-8 I can edit sentences for mistakes in comma mechanics. I can demonstrate comprehension of increasingly challenging texts by answering literal, interpretive, and evaluative questions. I can relate a literary work to the important ideas of the time and place in which it is set. I can explain the effects of the author’s life upon his or her work. I can identify and analyze the ways in which the devices the author chooses achieve specific effects and shape meaning in increasingly challenging texts.

2. Edit the following sentences for mistakes in mechanics (commas). On July 20 1969 Neil Armstrong one of the three astronauts on the Apollo 11 mission became the first person to walk on the moon. Have you read At Home in India a book by Cynthia Bowles? My friend, James, helped me. Speaking of movies have you seen the animated film The Prince of Egypt? Between late 1400 and 1520 Leonardo da Vinci a brilliant man created several major works such as Mona Lisa The Last Supper and The Virgin and Child with Saint Anne.

3. Review literary terms Use the white boards to answer the Quizlet questions. Complete the symbols and theme worksheet for “The Overcoat.” Retake WFA 1

4. Riding the Rails part 2 Answer the viewing questions as you watch part 2 of the documentary. Be sure to make note of anything else you learn—any fascinating, interesting facts that you learn—on the second page Begin reading Of Mice and Men Be to the end of chapter 2 by Tuesday. You CAN expect a quiz. There is a copy of the novel available online as a PDF.

5. Time Permitting Use any time remaining to work on your identity story book. Remember, it is due September 11 and 12. Review the requirements on the handout you were given.