- Fiction Reading + Log #17
- Notes: Theme
Tuesday, May 12:
- Read "Harrison Bergeron" (p. 216) aloud together
- Discuss the story
- Complete the "Harrison Bergeron" questions - due tomorrow
Wednesday, May 13:
- Substitute teacher today: Read "How I Met My Husband" (p. 203) and analyze the story for the following elements of fiction (in your comp books):
- What is the story's point of view? Is it effective for this particular story?
- Is Edie round of flat? Static or dynamic? How do you know?
- Is the setting essential to the story? Why or why not?
- What is the tone? Mood?
- Name one symbol and describe what it means.
- What is a major theme of the story? Explain how you know.
Thursday, May 14:
- Short Story Final Essay information:
- Rough Draft due Thursday, May 21
- Final Draft due Thursday, May 28 (for SENIORS) - Juniors will have more time (TBD)
- Notes: Final Essay How-To
- Choose your short story and begin reading it by the end of the hour
Friday, May 15:
- You will receive a paper copy of your chosen short story. Actively read your chosen story (this is part of your final essay grade). An example will be modeled for the class.
- Class time to actively read the story
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