"The Sniper" Literary Response Questions and Journal #19

Classwork for 12/16:  Read "The Sniper" by Liam O'Flaherty.  Please complete the literary response questions on page 217, #s 4, 7, and 8.

Journal #19:  Before or After Narrative of "The Sniper"

Write one paragraph summarizing either what happened before or what happened after the story.  5 points.

"A Country Divided"

Read and take notes on "A Country Divided" in the 9th Grade Literature Text.  Below is a link to the PowerPoint that accompanies the reading.

"A Country Divided" PowerPoint

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.