Unlike the novel Of Mice and Men, which was essentially created by one man, John Steinbeck, the film version is a collaborative effort. Each person behind the scenes influenced the overall film. In addition, some things that you visualized, as a reader, may have turned out quite differently when you saw them on the screen.
In a well developed paragraph of at least 100 words, explain how the viewing experience of Of Mice and Men differed from the reading experience. Use at least one specific, original example or observation that differs from those of the classmates who have posted before you.
Your blog should be posted by no later than Sunday night.
(And don't forget to go see Anna, Nicole, Carina, and Alison in the play this weekend!)
Friday, March 13, 2009
Thursday, February 12, 2009
Who Is the Best Mark Antony?
Friends, Romans, Countrymen... it's contest time! Read over the persuasive posts from last week and choose the argument that most persuades you with either emotional or logical appeals. In a well-developed paragraph of about 100 words, explain whose blog you thought was the most persuasive and why. Be specific about what arguments or appeals caused you to agree with the writer.
All blogs should be submitted by Monday night. After reading your responses, I will choose one person as "Most Persuasive" in the class. On test day (Friday), our class "Mark Antony" will be crowned with a victory wreath. Good luck to all!
All blogs should be submitted by Monday night. After reading your responses, I will choose one person as "Most Persuasive" in the class. On test day (Friday), our class "Mark Antony" will be crowned with a victory wreath. Good luck to all!
Thursday, February 5, 2009
Are You As Persuasive As Antony?
In Julius Caesar, Antony succeeds in turning the crowd against Caesar's assassins because his powerful speech appeals to his listeners emotions: grief, love, hatred, and gratitude. Brutus' speech, by contrast, is somewhat dry and analytical.
Emotional appeals in persuasion are especially effective when they include specific examples or personal experiences: see for example, Antony's words about the crown (III-2, lines 82-86) and his memories about Caesar's mantle (III-2, lines 158-161).
In your reading journal, you wrote an opinion statement about an issue that was important to you, followed by two or three emotional appeals you could make in a speech to support your opinion. In this blog, your job is to persuade your audience of your viewpoint by using some of those emotional appeals. Write a brief essay of approximately 200 words in which you try to convince your audience of a particular point of view.
Remember to open with a strong, attention-getting introductory sentence and follow up with several examples to support your opinion. Be careful to proofread for spelling and sentence structure before posting.
This assignment should be posted by no later than Sunday night.
Emotional appeals in persuasion are especially effective when they include specific examples or personal experiences: see for example, Antony's words about the crown (III-2, lines 82-86) and his memories about Caesar's mantle (III-2, lines 158-161).
In your reading journal, you wrote an opinion statement about an issue that was important to you, followed by two or three emotional appeals you could make in a speech to support your opinion. In this blog, your job is to persuade your audience of your viewpoint by using some of those emotional appeals. Write a brief essay of approximately 200 words in which you try to convince your audience of a particular point of view.
Remember to open with a strong, attention-getting introductory sentence and follow up with several examples to support your opinion. Be careful to proofread for spelling and sentence structure before posting.
This assignment should be posted by no later than Sunday night.
Friday, January 30, 2009
Caesar Songfest
Choose one character from Julius Caesar and select a "theme song" for this person. Your song can be from any musical period, but should have lyrics that are related to this character in some way. (Avoid any songs with naughty words, though, please!) Include the song title and artist, a link to the lyrics of your song, and an explanation of why this song suits the character. Your explanation should be at least 100 words. Note: Though more than one person may choose the same character, no two people may use the same song. Good luck and happy posting!
P.S. All blogs should be posted by Monday night.
P.S. All blogs should be posted by Monday night.
Monday, December 8, 2008
Are You Ready for Part III?
For the final 10 points of your book report grade, you need to check out the questions your classmates (and teacher) asked in Part II. Then post a reply to at least one question in a well-developed paragraph of about 100 words. If you happen to be one of the lucky ones whose post attracted many questions, you will receive extra credit for each additional question you answer.
P.S. Don't forget to return your book if you borrowed it from the library. One of your classmates may be waiting to check it out next!
P.S. Don't forget to return your book if you borrowed it from the library. One of your classmates may be waiting to check it out next!
Monday, December 1, 2008
READY, SET, BUY!!! (2nd Quarter Book Report: Part II)
Now that you have completed the first part of your book report, your next job is to read the book reviews written by the rest of the class. Each person tried to convince you that his or her book was a terrific read. Now it’s your turn to decide which writers were the most convincing.
Choose two reviews that you feel are written in a way that make you want to read the book. Post a comment that explains which book reviews grabbed you and why. Include at least one question about each book that you would like your classmate to answer. Your comment with its two choices and questions will be worth 20 points of your book review.
The deadline for this post is Sunday, December 7 by 10 pm. Happy reading!
Choose two reviews that you feel are written in a way that make you want to read the book. Post a comment that explains which book reviews grabbed you and why. Include at least one question about each book that you would like your classmate to answer. Your comment with its two choices and questions will be worth 20 points of your book review.
The deadline for this post is Sunday, December 7 by 10 pm. Happy reading!
Friday, November 21, 2008
Ready, Set, Sell!
2nd Quarter Book Report: Part I
For your 2nd Quarter book report, you were asked to read a book that you would enjoy. Now it's time to tell the world just how much you liked this book. The goal here is to "sell" the book to the class by giving it a good review that makes them want to read it, too.
The first 70 points of your book report grade will involve writing a book review. Keep in mind that a book review is not a plot summary. Here are some guidelines that will remind you of the difference between a plot summary and a book review.
PLOT SUMMARY:
1. A plot summary includes information about the events in the story.
2. A plot summary introduces the reader to the characters and their significance to the plot.
3. A plot summary reveals the setting.
4. A plot summary explains the conflict.
5. A plot summary gives away the ending.
BOOK REVIEW:
1. A book review analyzes the motivation of the author. Why did he/she write this?
2. A book review critiques the author's style.
3. A book review explains the characters' motives.
4. A book review interprets the significance of the setting.
5. A book review reveals none of the plot, but mentions the conflict.
6. A book review gives a thumbs up or a thumbs down to the book.
(Of course, since your job is to make the class want to read this book, you will most certainly be giving your book a "thumbs up.")
Your book review should between 200 - 300 words. Be sure to proofread your work before posting, as spelling and grammar do count!
Part I of this book report is due no later than November 30. Stay tuned for Part II!
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For your 2nd Quarter book report, you were asked to read a book that you would enjoy. Now it's time to tell the world just how much you liked this book. The goal here is to "sell" the book to the class by giving it a good review that makes them want to read it, too.
The first 70 points of your book report grade will involve writing a book review. Keep in mind that a book review is not a plot summary. Here are some guidelines that will remind you of the difference between a plot summary and a book review.
PLOT SUMMARY:
1. A plot summary includes information about the events in the story.
2. A plot summary introduces the reader to the characters and their significance to the plot.
3. A plot summary reveals the setting.
4. A plot summary explains the conflict.
5. A plot summary gives away the ending.
BOOK REVIEW:
1. A book review analyzes the motivation of the author. Why did he/she write this?
2. A book review critiques the author's style.
3. A book review explains the characters' motives.
4. A book review interprets the significance of the setting.
5. A book review reveals none of the plot, but mentions the conflict.
6. A book review gives a thumbs up or a thumbs down to the book.
(Of course, since your job is to make the class want to read this book, you will most certainly be giving your book a "thumbs up.")
Your book review should between 200 - 300 words. Be sure to proofread your work before posting, as spelling and grammar do count!
Part I of this book report is due no later than November 30. Stay tuned for Part II!
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