1. September 22 I can demonstrate my knowledge of denotation of words. I can use close reading strategies. I can create a poem. I can identify literary devices. I can review grammar. I can make inferences.

2. Vocabulary Match the definition with the correct vocabulary word. AdversityA. momentarily fleeting AsylumB. rabble rousing leader DemagogueC. sanctuary ExtenuatingD. diminishing guilt Ephemeral E. misfortune

3. The Great Gatsby 1. Describe the funeral. Who came? Were you surprised by the outcome? 2. What happens between Jordan and Nick? 3. Describe the interchange between Nick and Tom. 4. “They were careless people Tom and Daisy-they smashed up things and creatures and then retreated back into their money or their vast carelessness, or whatever it was that kept them together, and let other people clean up the mess they made.” Is this a fair summary of Tom and Daisy? Explain.

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5. The Great Gatsby  Make sure that your chart is complete with color words.  Make sure that you have all vocabulary activities completed.  Make sure that you review the book for a test on Wednesday.

6. Group Activities  There are 5 different stations…  1) “My Friend Who Smells Like Corn” – check your answers with me after completing  2) Selfie Poem or “I am” Poem  3) Literary Devices in Music – check your answers with me after completing  4) Grammar Review – check answers with me after completing  5) My Father in the Navy – check answers with me after completing  6) My Father After Work  You will be in groups based on your table.  Your group may work together the complete the tasks at each station; however each person in your group will need to complete their own work.  You will have about 12 minutes at each station and then you will rotate.  You will need to stay focused and finish the given task.