Prepping for Finals
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Lord of the FliesClick HERE to access the AUDIO BOOK
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Complete as a full class 11/15
Imagine that we were on a trip to the Bahamas as a class. On the way, our plane malifunctions and crash on an island. There are no adult survivors, but all the students made it out safely. Use the following worksheet to help plan your course of action. Work together as a full class. Discuss and record your answers in your notebooks.
Use this link to access the worksheet:
lord-of-the-flies-prereading-group-activity.pdf
https://drive.google.com/file/d/0Bx5ql25toJcrcmRSRVBXS3Ztdjg/view?usp=drivesdk
Use this link to access the worksheet:
lord-of-the-flies-prereading-group-activity.pdf
https://drive.google.com/file/d/0Bx5ql25toJcrcmRSRVBXS3Ztdjg/view?usp=drivesdk
Complete for November 7th
From the "I have a dream" speech to Steve Jobs' iPhone launch, many great talks have a common structure that helps their message resonate with listeners. In this talk, presentation expert Nancy Duarte shares practical lessons on how to make a powerful call-to-action. Begin by watching this Ted Talk to gain a better understanding of how structure and organization can influence overall meaning.
Once you have watched the Ted Talk, identify areas of strengths and weakness in your own writing. Answer the following questions in your notebook (you do not need to copy the questions, just record your answers):
At the TOP of a new page, write the following: TedTalk- A Call to Action 11/7
1. When I write or speak, what strengths do I already have based upon what Nancy Duarte says? Explain. (2-3 sentences)
2. When I write or speak, what area do I still need to work on based upon what Nancy Duarte says? Explain. (2-3 sentences)
3. If I could change one thing about the world we live in, it would be______ because ______.
4. If I had to come up with 3 ways to influence other peoples' understanding of the issue from question 3, the 3 ways I would influence others would be...
5. What have I learned today that I can apply to my debate topic from V for Vendetta? (2-3 sentences).
Once you have watched the Ted Talk, identify areas of strengths and weakness in your own writing. Answer the following questions in your notebook (you do not need to copy the questions, just record your answers):
At the TOP of a new page, write the following: TedTalk- A Call to Action 11/7
1. When I write or speak, what strengths do I already have based upon what Nancy Duarte says? Explain. (2-3 sentences)
2. When I write or speak, what area do I still need to work on based upon what Nancy Duarte says? Explain. (2-3 sentences)
3. If I could change one thing about the world we live in, it would be______ because ______.
4. If I had to come up with 3 ways to influence other peoples' understanding of the issue from question 3, the 3 ways I would influence others would be...
5. What have I learned today that I can apply to my debate topic from V for Vendetta? (2-3 sentences).
V for Vendetta: The Film
Continue watching V for Vendetta. Remember to keep in mind any differences you notice. Also, since the rest of movie is based on Book 2, which you have only read part of, please pay attention to "how the plot thickens". Answer all questions for the film in your notebook in the same area we started taking notes yesterday. ENJOY!
Assignment for 9/12/2016
Please complete the following Pre-Reading assignment for V for Vendetta. You may work individually, in pairs, or in groups of 3, but every student must submit their finished assignment. Please record your answers on lined binder paper to be submitted tomorrow when I return. Be sure that your name, period, and date are in the top right corner of your paper.
Pre-reading for V for Vendetta
1. Read the definition of "vendetta" below and watch the video trailer for the movie based on the book. Write down three (3) predictions of what you think will happen in he graphic novel V for Vendetta.
Definition for vendetta
Movie Trailer
2. Skim through the information in the link below.
Dystopian Novel Definition
After reading about dystopian societies, how do you think V for Vendetta fits the idea of a dystopian novel?
3. Skim the information on the link below in the "background" and "themes and motif" sections. Complete SOAPS handout using the information you found.
Background Info for V
SOAPS Handout
4. Watch the videos from the movie based on the book. Answer the following questions using these clips.
a) What is the issue V wants to change with his movement?
b) How is V spreading his propaganda?
c) How is V trying to get people to join his movement?
d) In your opinion, is this a good way to create change?
e) Who would want to suppress this movement? Why?
V's symphony
V's Revolution Speech
Definition for vendetta
Movie Trailer
2. Skim through the information in the link below.
Dystopian Novel Definition
After reading about dystopian societies, how do you think V for Vendetta fits the idea of a dystopian novel?
3. Skim the information on the link below in the "background" and "themes and motif" sections. Complete SOAPS handout using the information you found.
Background Info for V
SOAPS Handout
4. Watch the videos from the movie based on the book. Answer the following questions using these clips.
a) What is the issue V wants to change with his movement?
b) How is V spreading his propaganda?
c) How is V trying to get people to join his movement?
d) In your opinion, is this a good way to create change?
e) Who would want to suppress this movement? Why?
V's symphony
V's Revolution Speech