Point of View and Poe's "Cask of Amontillado"

In your literature textbooks, please read Edgar Allen Poe's "Cask of Amontillado" and answer questions in the book on page 181:  1, 4, 5, 6, 9, 11, 12.

Letter to Your Senior Self

Write a letter to your senior-self to be opened on the last day of your senior year.  At least 4 paragraphs, worth 20 points.  Your letters will be placed in an envelope and put away until Senior Breakfast, 3 1/2 years from now.  It will be a wonderful surprise. 

Point of View: Third Person Limited

Read "The Necklace" by Guy De Maupassant, paying close attention to the point of view.  Discussion:  How would the story be different it was focused on the thoughts and feelings of Mathilde's husband instead of Mathilde?

Journal #18: Reflection on the theme of "Thank You, Ma'am"

When you mess up, what makes you learn your lesson? 

(1 paragraph, 5 points)

Journal #17: Sequel to "The Most Dangerous Game"

In one paragraph, summarize the plot of a potential sequel to the story "The Most Dangerous Game." 5 points.

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.

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)

Reading Assignment for 11/9/10

Please complete Chapter 4.  Quiz on Wednesday.

Journal #15: Curley's Diary

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

Reading Assignment 11/2/10

Please complete Chapter 2 of  Of Mice and Men.