1. The Alchemist–Read and annotate up to p. 82 (stop with “Why do they make things so complicate?”
2. Slaughterhouse Five/1984 Essay–First draft due 2/26!
HAVE A WONDERFUL BREAK!
HW10 due 2/11: The Alchemist
February 10, 2015 By
1. The Alchemist–Read The Prologue and then read up to p. 25 (Stop with “The boy began again to read his book…”)
2. Remember, evidence and topic sentences are due on Thursday!
HW10 due 2/11 (2/12 for 10G): The Alchemist
February 10, 2014 By
1. Complete The Alchemist–For the sake of tomorrow’s discussion keep in mind the two videos played today.
2. Two thesis statements due Wednesday (In text/Out of text). As I hope you remember, I am most interested in the process. Also, remember this is a two page essay.
As I said in class, if you put thought into your question posted this weekend, you should be able to use it or some variation of it for your thesis and subsequent essay. Examples of thoughtful questions that lend themselves to focused discussions of this text:
- In remembering the beginning of the Alchemist there is a short story about a character named Narcissus. Since everything in the book is so carefully crafted in order to support the greater themes and lessons, how does the story of Narcissus relate to the broader message of The Alchemist?
- What does Paulo Coelho hope to convey through the personification of Santiago’s heart?
- How does alchemy/the alchemist help to shape the novel’s theme?
3. Remember, this week is random acts of kindness week!
4. UPDATE: A family member literally just posted this Alchemist quotation on Facebook: “There is only one way to learn; it’s through action.” Coincidence? Or the soul of the world at play…?
HW10 due 2/10 (2/11 for 10G): The Alchemist
February 7, 2014 By
1. The Alchemist–read and annotate up to p. 142. Keep in mind that we will begin the essay process for his novel this coming week, so annotate accordingly–focused annotations.
2. Goodreads [Read more…]
English 10 Note: Goodreads (Due 2/4)
January 30, 2014 By
Hello folks! I hope everyone is enjoying their PBA week/break. Really cool seeing you guys in passing the past few days… (Shout outs to Esmerelda, Gracie, Jordan, Sabrina, and Cameron/Gavin–although you failed miserably at the let’s ignore Mr. Leon game…)
Anyway, the first Goodreads prompt of the second term has been posted. Ensure that it is posted by midnight Monday night. Remember to read up to p. 82 in the novel! Take care…
