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This is a blog for the purpose of keeping you up to date on assignments, journal entries, essays, and other important dates regarding Nuth's 9th Grade English class at Fortuna High. If you have any questions, feel free to email me directly at nuthenglish@hotmail.com.

Friday, November 19, 2010

11/19/10: In-Class Timed Essay

Topic:  Persuasive Literary Analysis:  Of Mice and Men

Prompt:  In the end of the novel, did George do the right thing?  Defend your position using details from the book.  4-5 paragraphs, must be done in class.

Monday, November 15, 2010

Journal #16: Choose One: Curley's Wife's Diary, or Crooks' Diary

Following the reading of Chapter 4, choose either Curley's wife or Crooks and write a 2-paragraph diary entry from their perspective.  (10 points)

Wednesday, November 10, 2010

Monday, November 8, 2010

Journal #15: Curley's Diary

Diary entry from the perspective of Curley.  Be sure to embody his arrogance and insecurity.  2 paragraphs (10 points).

Tuesday, November 2, 2010