Friday, October 7, 2011

OF MICE & MEN

11/2/11-Congratulations Class
We have completed reading Of Mice and Men. We will begin our paper tomorrow on Wednesday.

Don't forget that our Of Mice and Men test is on 11/7.

10/10/11-Of Mice and Men by Steinbeck


We will begin reading Of Mice and Men by Steinbeck. First, we will learn the historical & geographical background of the author and the novel. Then, we will begin reading the story. 


Assessments:
Steinbeck Biography & Migrant Experience Quiz

Of Mice and Men & SAT Words Quiz

Resources (In-class):
Class Sets
Audio Version
Study Guides

Wednesday, October 5, 2011

WHAT IS DUE THIS FRIDAY (10/7/11)?
  • FINAL DRAFT (2 Major Grades)
  • Rough Draft (1 Daily Grade)
  • Outline (1 Daily Grade)
  • Chart (1 Daily Grade)
  • Rubric (-5 If this document is missing)
EXTRA-CREDIT: IF YOU TURN YOUR WRITING PROJECT IN EARLY, YOU WILL RECEIVE AN EXTRA 10 POINTS ON YOUR PAPER!!! 

EXTRA-HELP: On Wednesday & Thursday, I will review outlines & rough drafts for purposes of revision. Tutorials on Thursday & Friday for more assistance on the writing project.

Sunday, October 2, 2011