Week 2 Homework 2

Write an introductory paragraph in response to the question we have been working on in class. “Young men go to war because it provides them with the opportunity for adventure.” To what extent is this borne out by Peter Weir’s film, “Gallipoli”? In your response you must discuss the way the film positions viewers to understand its message. Post to your blog before Tuesday's lesson.

Week 2 Homework

Read the document "Introduction to WW1 Poetry" in the Overview of Various Wars/Conflicts folder on BB. Write an answer to the second question which is copied below. Post to your blog by Tuesday morning before class. 2. The author claims of “Suicide in the Trenches” that Siegfried Sassoon “makes his point clear with tremendous force and effectiveness”. What is the poet’s message and how effectively (in your opinion) is the message conveyed?

Peer Marking Checklist

As you progress through the essay of your partner, check the following elements: Introduction: 1. Does their essay start with a clear, concise thesis statement? 2. Does this thesis statement directly answer the question? 3. Is there an identifiable introduction? 4. Does the introduction identify which themes and positioning techniques the essay will address? 5. Does the introduction mention the novel and the author by name? Repeat the following questions for each main body paragraph: 7. Does the main body paragraph have a clear, concise topic sentence that identifies which theme will be addressed? 8. Does the topic sentence also have a clear link back to the thesis statement? 9. Does the paragraph include relevant evidence from the novel to support the argument? 11. Is the evidence integrated into the discussion? 12. Is there a page number reference for the evidence? 13. Is the evidence synthesised - i.e. is there discussion after the evidence that explores why it is relevant to the argument. Remember, it should not just be a rephrasing of the evidence. 14. Does the paragraph involve discussion of what technique(s) the novel uses to portray this theme to the audience? 15. Does the paragraph only deal with one key concept? 16. Is there a closing statement that wraps up the paragraph? Conclusion: 17. Does the conclusion draw on the evidence that has been provided and discussed to make a closing argument? 18. Does it draw the reader's attention back to the initial question? 19. Does it draw the reader's attention back to the main arguments? 20. Does it make direct reference to the novel and the author by name? 21. Does it avoid bringing in any new information or evidence? 22. Does it close by leaving the reader with something to consider? General Proof-Reading: 23. Are there instances where punctuation needs to be addressed? 24. Are there instances where spelling needs to be addressed? 25. Are there instances where the information is hard to follow because of poor sentence construction? 26. Are there instances where the information is hard to follow because of poor expression? 27. Are there instances where the writer has made poor word choices? 28. Does the writer avoid using first person and second person? 29. Are there instances where the writer has made grammar mistakes? 30. Does the writer use present tense when discussing the text? 31. Is the writer's essay legible? I.e. do they need to work on their handwriting?

Consider the title

Consider the title of the novel, “To Kill a Mockingbird”. 1.What is the mockingbird a symbol of? 2.Which characters might this relate to? Justify with evidence. 3.Which of the ideas underpinning the novel are explored through the use of this symbol? Write a paragraph in which you discuss one idea and analyse how the use of the mockingbird symbol presents this idea to the reader.

Weeks 4 and 5 reading requirements

The following list shows the chapters we will be discussing this week and next week. You need to keep up with your reading so that you have read the chapters as required. You will notice that in week 5 we will discuss from Chapter 13 to the end of the book. Don't leave all of your reading to this week as you will not be able to keep up. Monday Discuss Chapters 13 -16 Tuesday Discuss Chapters 17 - 21 Wednesday Discuss Chapters 22 - 25 Thursday No lesson Friday Discuss the final chapter of the book.

Week 4 homework

A reflective response to chapters 9- 11 A few weeks have passed since Mrs Dubose died and Jem has had some time to think about the events of the last few months. In role as Jem, write a response in which you reflect on these events and what they mean. Post to your blog by Thursday 4 pm.

Week 3 Homework

The first eight chapters of to "Kill a Mockingbird" focus largely on the story of the children trying to make Boo Radley come out. List all of the events in this story including those which show the reader that Boo actually has come out. Now write a section in Atticus’s journal on the night after the fire at Miss Maudie’s house. How would Atticus reflect on the events that have happened? Post to your blog by 8.20 am Friday.

Week 8 homework

Look up the meaning of the word which constitutes the title of the play, "crucible", and give a dictionary definition. How appropriate do you consider the title to be? Write a paragraph in answer, referring to one of the play's themes to justify your response. Post on your blog before 8.20 Tuesday.

Week 7 Homework

Go to the discussion board and add a question which clearly articulates a theme from The Crucible.

Week 6 - Homework 2

Write a paragraph explaining the connection between the McCarthy era and the play. Be concise and prioritise your ideas. Think and plan before you write! Post to your blog before Monday's lesson.

Week 6 Homework

Is John Proctor a hero or not? We have debated this in class. Now choose the most effective point in the argument for or against and write a paragraph on this point with a really effective topic sentence and evidence from the play in support. Include at least one correctly punctuated quotation. Post to your blog for tomorrow’s lesson.

Term 2 Week 5 Homework

Why do you think John Proctor decides to confess? Why does he change his mind? Give evidence for both your answers. Post on your blog before Friday's lesson.

Term 2 Week 4 Homework 2

Re-read the final scene between John and Elizabeth. Elizabeth refuses to advise her husband but she clearly has a point of view on his situation. In her heart, what does want him to do? What would she say to him if she could? Post to your blog before Monday's lesson.

Term 2 Week 4 Homework

Read Danforth's speech to Elizabeth at the top of page 116. It begins "Goody Proctor, you are not summoned here for disputation." Danforth has asked Elizabeth to speak to John to try to get him to admit his guilt. Elizabeth does speak to John but she does not reply to Danforth. Construct a response to Danforth. What do you think she might have wanted to say to him in response to his accusation that she is "stone"? Make your response as long as Danforth's speech. Due Friday. Post on your blog.

Term 2 Week Homework 2

The Crucible Act 1 In his introduction of John Hale starting on page 37, what attitude does Arthur Miller take to the belief in the devil/evil spirits? Write a paragraph response using quotations in support of your explanation. This is quite a difficult passage. You will need to read it carefully and give your response some thought. Post on your blog by Monday 8.20

2012 Week 3 Homework

The Crucible Act 1

Choose two characters – one to whom you respond positively and one to whom you respond negatively. What aspects of the text have positioned you to respond this way? You may want to consider representations, characterization and voice. Quote in support. Due Wednesday.