English 10

Welcome to the fall 2016 semester. I will continue to update this website as we go through the semester. Posted below will be the agenda for each day. Please note that the following lesson plans are subject to change. We try to stick as close as possible to these plans, but sometimes adjustments have to be made. The days that have already passed should be fully accurate. Students are responsible for making up work due to absences. Assignment grades will be posted on Infinite Campus as quickly as possible.

All work must be written in blue or black ink only or it will not be graded.

All outside of class essays must be submitted in hard copy form and through turnitin.com.
For turnitin.com, the class ID is 13115866 and the class password is English10.



Thur., Aug. 11: Introduction (W.A. W.C.), distribute and discuss syllabus and technology agreement.

Fri., Aug. 12: Collect forms; spelling assignment.

Mon., Aug. 15: seating chart; journal rules (When students write in their journal for this class, they should write an average of at least one hundred words each time. Some journals may be shorter and some may be longer, but students are being graded on effort for journals, so grades will be lowered for being too brief. Students are expected to do their best with spelling, punctuation, sentence structure, etc., and make sure all parts of the question/prompt are answered/addressed. Remain silent during journal time. When everyone, or almost everyone, is finished, some students may be asked to share what they wrote. Absent students are not excused from doing the work; look at the website or ask a friend for the journal and make sure none are missing when they are collected. Each journal is worth three points..); Journal #1: "Define 'conformity.' What does it mean to be an individual in society? How do our actions impact others?"; discuss journal; Leopard Man story and video https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PnUDSBonub8

 

Tues, Aug. 16: Watch other leopard man video https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RTuPzXiAEOg and discuss; Leopard Man assignment.

Wed, Aug. 17: Explain/discuss root words (why we do them, quizzes, final, etc.); root words 1;

 

Pre = before

Prejudice, predict, premonition, preposition, predecessor, predisposition, precursor, preclude, prelude, precedent, predilection (a bias toward something)

Post = after

Posterior, post graduate, posthumous, postnatal, postnasal, postdate, post war, compost,

tend = stretch

tendon, extend, pretend, intend, distend, attend, tender, tendency

Log, logy = speech, study of

Biology, logic, phrenology, chronological, psychology, prologue, eulogy, geology, neurology,

Bio = life

Biography, autobiography, biology, biosphere, symbiotic, amphibious, biochemist, biodome, bio-hazard, biological

Circum = around

Circumference, circumnavigate, circumcision, circulation, circulatory, circumstance, circumorbital, circumscribe, circumvent

port = carry

import, export, report, transport, porter, portable, portfolio, reporter, airport, portal, deport,

sequ, secut, sue = follow

sequence, sequential, sequel, sequestered, persue, consecutive,

pon, pos = place, put

position, post, postpone, pose, compose, suppose, respond, responsible, upon,

clud, clau, clos = shut

close, include, exclude, clause, enclosure, exclusive, conclude, claustrophobic,

 

Thur., Aug. 18: Journal #2: "If you knew your own destiny/fate/future, how would you live your life differently? Include both positive and negative fate possibilities."; Oedipus powerpoint.

Fri., Aug. 19: Journal #3: "Do you think it is ever O.K. to break laws? If so, under what circumstances is it better or safer to break a law than to obey one?"; Finish Oedipus powerpoint; read 768-771; discuss Antigone roles.

 Mon., Aug. 22: Journal # 4: ""Why are people buried after dying? Why might someone not deserve a 'proper' burial?"; distribute Antigone study guide; choose Antigone roles and begin reading Antigone pg. 773-780.

Tue., Aug. 23: Journal #5: "How did Creon react to the news that someone tried to bury Polyneices? What will happen when he learns it was Antigone?"; Read Antigone 780-792.

Wed., Aug. 24: Root words 1 quiz; root words 2; Pronoun-Antecedent agreement #1

duc, duct = lead

conduct, conductor, deduct, deduce, educate, induct, introduce, introduction, produce, reduce, aqueduct, product

cap = take

capture, captain, capillary, decapitated, capable

fac = make, do

factory, factor, manufacture, facsimile, faculty

reg = straighten, rule

regiment, regime, regimen, regular, regulator, regulate, register, region,

regent (substitute ruler), regicide (killing of a king or queen)

fer = carry

fertile, fertilizer, transfer, ferry, refer, interfere

ten = hold

tendon, tentacle, tension, detention, tenacious, attention, tender, tent

Scope = see (an instrument for viewing)

Telescope, microscope, microscopic, kaleidoscope, stethoscope, horoscope, radarscope

Ambi = both

Ambidextrous, ambiguous, ambivalent (having opposite feelings at the same time), amphibious, ambivert (intro and extrovert),

ist = (suffix) a person/specialist (usually one who treats/deals with a specific field)

antagonist, protagonist, oncologist, pathologist, psychiatrist, dentist, linguist, feminist, hypnotist, journalist, florist

spir = breath

inspire, perspire, respire, respiration, respirator, spirit

Thu., Aug. 25: Finish Antigone, pages 793-808.

Fri., Aug. 26: Begin Antigone movie

Mon., Aug. 29:  Finish Antigone movie

Tues., Aug. 30: (MINIMUM DAY -- BACK TO SCHOOL NIGHT); Antigone test; Journal #6: "Explain the theme of Antigone; make sure to explain in detail why this is the theme and how it is shown in the play."

Wed., Aug. 31: root words 2 quiz; root words 3; Pronoun-Antecedent agreement #2

Root words 3

Anti = against

Antiaircraft, antibody, antichrist, antibacterial, antiseptic, antibiotic, antidote, antacid, antagonist, antisocial,

Ante = before, in front of

antebellum (before war),  antebrachium (forearm), antecede , anteroom (i.e., a waiting room), antedate, antediluvian (before the flood), ante past (appetizer), antelucan (before dawn), antepartum

Cata = down, under

catabasis (decline in health), cataclysm : cataclysm (flood, disaster), catacomb, catagenesis (evolving backward), catalyst (starts a reaction), cataract, catakinesis (a state of low energy)

gen = race, produce (origin, birth, classification)

generate, regenerate, generation, gentle, genre, generic, genocide,

genes, general, genetics, generous

lepsis, lepsy = attack, seizure (usually sudden)

epilepsy, narcolepsy and hypnolepsy (attacks of sleep), hysterocatalepsy (hysteria),  psycholepsy (depression)

Sta = stand firm

Stand, statue, station, stadium, stable, stationary, stake, stature, status, establish, state, stance, substance, circumstance,  instability

Mo = set in motion

Motion, move, motivate, motive, motor, locomotive, immovable

Tract, tra = draw, drag

Tractor, protractor, traction, attraction, detracted, distract, retract, contract

Ag, ac = move, do

Action, active, activate, acting, agility, lag, react, agitate

Memor = memory

Memory, memorize, memorial, remember, commemorate

 

Thurs., Sept. 1: Antigone project: In groups of no more than three,
1. Choose any scene from the play “Antigone.”
2. Draw a picture of the way you think that scene would look today. Please color the drawing.
3. Write one half page or more describing what happened in the scene.
4. Write one half page or more explaining why that scene is so important in the play that the play would not be the same without it.
5. In your writing, show that you understand the play and the characters through intelligent discussion/description. The writing must include detailed sentences.

Part of your grade on this is effort, so be sure to show that you care about your grade.

Fri., Sept. 2: Begin Modernizing Antigone Scene.

Modernized Antigone Scene
50 points

Your assignment is to plan and perform a section of the play Antigone for the class—complete with acting and optional costumes. You and your group members will be taking a single chosen scene to modernize, for today. You may change the wording of the play as long as you keep the same theme and plot points. You cannot save Antigone. You will need to modernize the play to fit what it would look like if it were written today. You may connect it to real people today, or parody a show (such as The Simpsons)

For example, make Antigone and Ismene the Kardashian sisters, and Creon Bruce Jenner and read the scene as though you are those people. (You may not do this example.)

You will need to plan a scene from the play—you must present your section of the play as well memorized as you can. Maintain the section’s essential plot, character, theme, and poetry of the play. Consider what the Chorus/Choragos, etc. should be doing. You will have some class time but may need to work on your own to get the script done with enough time left to practice.

Note that in your planning you will need to divide tasks equally. This is a group project, and all group members are expected to pull their weight equally. Consider strengths—one person may be an exceptional typist/proofreader, another a costume maker, while another with experience in theater might be great at adding directions and even singing a part. Someone with a smaller acting role may need to contribute more behind the scenes (contributing more substantially to the script or props/costumes). ALL MEMBERS MUST HAVE A SPEAKING ROLE.

THE SCRIPT MUST BE TYPED and include the names of all group members.
Rewrite Scene (must be at least five minutes when performed)
Stage movement is required
Each Group member needs a script, as well as a copy for Mr. Gilkey
Costumes are Optional
Be Creative! Change it up!
40 points from scene performance
10 points from script
Groups no more than 6 people per group

Prologue (Antigone, Ismene, Chorogos, Chorus)
Scene 1 (Chorogas, Creon, Sentry, Chorus)
Scene 2 (Chorogas, Sentry, Creon, Antigone, Ismene, Chorus)
Scene 3 (Chorogas, Creon, Haimon, Chorus)
Scene 4 (Chorogas, Antigone, Chorus, Creon)
Scene 5 (Teiresias, Creon, Choragos, Chorus)
Exodus (Messenger, Eurydice, Creon, Chorogas, Chorus)

Mon., Sept. 5: (NO SCHOOL -- LABOR DAY)

Tues., Sept. 6: Continue Modernizing Antigone Scene; laptop cart available during class

Wed., Sept. 7: Root words quiz 3; root words 4; Return and discuss Antigone test

Root words 4

a = without

atheist, anarchy, apathy, anonymous, apathetic, analgesic (medicine/remedy for pain), analgesia (no sensation of pain)

burs = purse, pouch (fluid sac)

bursa (flattened sac that acts as a cushion for bones and muscles), bursitis, bursar (someone in charge of funds, bursary (treasury), disburse

Epi = on top

Epidermis, epidermic, epicenter, epiglottis, epigraph, episode, epitaph, epilogue

epithet (title added on top of name, i.e., Wise Athena),

Extr, exter, exo = beyond, outside

External, exterior, extrinsic, extraordinary, extracurricular, extrapolate, extraneous, exoskeleton, exophthalmos, extradural

Gno, gnosis = knowledge

Ignorance, agnostic, prognosis, diagnosis, cognitive (Pertaining to the mental processes of perception, memory, judgment, and reasoning), cognizant (aware of things), ignoramus, ignorant

Path = feeling

Sympathy, empathy, apathy, homeopathic, pathetic, pathological, psychopath, telepathy, pathos, antipathy,

Phil = love

Philosophy, philosopher, bibliophile, pedophile, philanthropy, philanderer (flirt), philharmonic, Philadelphia

Phon = sound

Telephone, microphone, phonics, phonetics, phonograph, quadraphonic, headphones, homophone,

Dyna(m) = power

Dynamite, dynamic, dynamo, dynasty

Heli(o) = sun

Helium, heliocentric, heliotropic (plants turn toward sun), aphelion (point in orbit furthest from the sun), perihelion (point in orbit closest to the sun)

 

Thu., Sept. 8: Finish Modernizing Antigone Scene; laptop cart available during class

Fri., Sept. 9: Modernized Antigone Scene due; performances;

Mon., Sept. 12: Finish Modernized Antigone Scene performances; Journal #7: "Which is more important -- belonging to a group or acting as an individual? Explain why. Which do you prefer? Explain?".

Tues., Sept. 13: Journal #8: "Describe a person in the real world who is a distinct individual and explain how that person is unique. Describe a person or group in the real world who conforms and explain how that person or group conforms."; "You are a Conformist (That is, you are Human)" article; discuss MLA format; Antigone essay assignment

Wed., Sept. 14: Root words 4 quiz; Root words 5; Finish discussing essay assignment; time to get Antigone quotations for essay

Root words 5

Firm = strong, steadfast

Confirm, affirm, firm, firmly, infirmary, firmament (sky)

aster, astro = star

astrology, astrologer, astronaut, astronomy, asteroid, asterisk

Homo = same

Homosexual, homo sapiens, homophobic, homophones, homonym, homogenous

Metr, meter = measure

Meter, metric, metropolitan, millimeter, diameter, geometry, symmetry, parameter,

Micro = small

Microscope, microscopic, microwave, microchip, microfilm, microphone, microprocessor, microcosm

Pan = all

Panorama, panoramic, pandemonium, pandemic (all over a country), pangea,

panacea (remedy for all diseases), panegyric (speech about one’s life – eulogy)

stru = build

structure, construct, construction, instruct, destruct,

pend, pens = hang, weigh

depend, suspend, pensive, dependent, independent, pendant, pending

scrib, script = write

scripture, subscribe, prescribe, prescription, scribe, scribble, script, description

string, strict = bind tight

string, strict, stringent, constrict, constrictor, district, restriction

 

Thu., Sept. 15: time to get Antigone quotations for essay

Fri., Sept. 16: (end grading period): Discuss grades; Discuss Antigone essay requirements, plagiarism/turnitin.com, thesis statements; finish finding quotations and ask individual questions.

Mon., Sept. 19: discuss and show former student samples of introductions (starting with the big picture, quotations from other sources, thesis statements), lead-ins/citations; body paragraphs

Tues., Sept. 20:  Conformity/Anticonformity articles group work

Wed., Sept. 21:  Root words 5 quiz; Root words 6; continue Conformity/Anticonformity work

Root words 6

acro = tip, height

Acrobat, acrophobia, acronym (NASA, SCUBA, etc); acrostic (poetry); acropolis (raised area holding a building or cluster of buildings), acropetal (development or maturation of tissues or organs or the movement of substances, such as hormones, from the base toward the apex); acromegaly (a chronic disease characterized by enlargement of the bones of the head, hands, and feet, and swelling and enlargement of soft tissue).

ation = process or action

arbitration, cogitation, hibernation, moderation, medication, radiation, communication, obligation, alienation, maturation

pod, ped = feet

podiatrist, orthopedist, pedal, podium, pedometer, pedicure, pedestrian, pedestal, centipede, millipede, tripod,

psych = mind

psychic, psychotic, psychopathic, psychology, psychiatry, psychiatrist, psychiatric, psychedelic, psychological,

tom – cut (anatomy)

appendectomy, gastrotomy, tonsillectomy, hysterectomy, lobotomy,

man = hand

manicure, manufacture, manipulate, mandibles, manuscript, manual, manifest,

arch = first, chief

archeology, archeologist, archetype, arch enemy, matriarch, patriarch, arch angel, arch bishop, monarch,

graph = writing (drawing, pictures, music)

graphics, autograph, photograph, photography, biography, autobiography, phonograph, pictograph, paragraph,

liter = letters

literate, illiterate, literature, literal, alliteration, literation (process of representing something by the letters),

cur = care

cure, curable, curator, pedicure, manicure, curious, security,

 

Thurs., Sept. 22:  discuss essay issues/questions; time to work on it in class

Fri., Sept. 23: Antigone essay rough draft peer evaluations (no late papers accepted for this assignment)

 Mon., Sept. 26:  Antigone essays due; Journal #9: "How would you feel if you won a lottery? How would you respond? What would you do?"; Read "The Lottery," and answer questions in groups.

Tues., Sept. 27: Pronoun-antecedent agreement packet 1; "Dennis Rodman: Bad as He Wants to Be" story and questions.

Wed., Sept. 28: Root words 6 quiz; Root words 7; finish Pronoun-antecedent agreement 1, finish "Lottery" and/or "Rodman"

Root words 7

Mono = one

Monologue, monotone, monotonous, monogamy, monolith, monochrome, monorail, monotheist,

Multi = many

Multiply, multitude, multipurpose, multimedia, multimillionaire,

Neo = new

Neo Nazi, neoclassic, neophyte (a person new to something), neologism (new word, usually for technology), neonate (newborn child),

zo = animal

zoo, zoology, zoologist, zodiac,

office = duty

office, official, officer, officiate

cardio = heart

cardiovascular, cardiology, cardiograph (an instrument for recording some element of the heart beat), cardiogram, cardiogenesis (development of the heart)

cerebr = brain

cerebral, cerebrum, cerebellum, cerebrology, cerebrospinal (i.e., fluid in the brain and spine), cerebration (thinking – the process of the brain),

chem = drug

chemistry, chemist, chemical, chemically, chemotherapy, biochemistry, photochemical, thermochemistry

contra = against or opposite

contradict, contradiction, contraceptive, contraband (goods that are against the law), contract, contrast, contrary,

cycle = circle

unicycle, bicycle, tricycle, cycle, recycle, motorcycle, cyclone, cyclical,

 

Thurs., Sept. 29: Journal #10: "Describe a time when you challenged yourself to accomplish something. What happened? How did it affect you?"; Read "Through the Tunnel" and answer questions on your own. (NOTE: not the book questions)

“Through the Tunnel” questions
For each of the questions below, word your response that includes a smooth transition to the required quotation and include parenthetical documentation. Do not just write the quotation.
1. What happens when Jerry encounters the local boys? How does the encounter affect Jerry’s subsequent actions? Include a quotation from the story that supports your point.
2. Jerry knows he is conforming. Provide a quotation that proves this.
3. Is Jerry doing this for someone else or for himself? Find a quotation from the story that supports your argument.
4. How does Jerry feel about going to the bay at the end of the story? Why? Include a quotation.
5. How does accomplishing a feat like this change a person? (No quotation is needed for this answer.)

 Fri., Sept. 30:  Finish "Through the Tunnel"; "The Road Not Taken"; Journal #11: "Describe a time when you took the road less traveled and explain what happened, why you made the decision and how you felt about it."

Mon./Tues. Oct 3-4: NO SCHOOL: FALL BREAK

Wed., Oct. 5: Root words 7 quiz; Root words 8; return and discuss "Rodman," etc.

Root words 8

Crypt = secret

Crypt, cryptic, cryptogram, cryptonite

Chron = time

Chronological, chronology, chronic, chronicle, chronometer, anachronism

Crat = strength

Democrat, democratic, bureaucrat, autocrat, aristocrat, autocratic,

Di = two, apart, separate

Dialogue, diverse, divert, dioxide, dilemma, dicephalous (having two heads), didactic (an organism with two digits on each extremity), dicotyledon (a plant with two seed leaves)

Hemi = half

Hemisphere, hemialgia (pain on one side of the head), hemiepilepsy (convulsions on one side only), hemiplegia (paralysis on one side only), hemicycle, hemihydrated,  

hetero = different

heterosexual, heterogeneous, heterodox (against accepted beliefs), heteronyms (lead, lead), heterochromatic, heterocycle,

Intra = within

Intramural, intracollegiate,  intracoastal (within coastal water), intracontinental, intradepartmental, intracardial, intracellular, intracerebral, intravenous

Inter = between

Interdepartmental, interrupt, interject, intertwine, intercept, interarticular, interim, interaction, intercourse,

Juxta = near

Juxtaposition, juxtaarticular (near a joint), juxtacardiac (near the heart), juxtacortical (near the cortex of an organ or tissue), juxtacostal (near a costa -- a riblike part of a plant or animal), juxta-spinal

Mega = great, million

Megabyte, megabucks, megadose, megahertz, megalith (stone of great size), megawatt, megavitamin, megaphone, megacycle,

Thurs., Oct. 6: Journal # 12: "What do you think of police/sheriffs? Why do you feel that way? Describe an experience you or someone you know has had with law enforcement and explain why that was positive or negative."; Frank Serpico packet.

Fri., Oct. 7: Journal # 13: “In what ways can your words and actions impact others. Consider both positive and negative impacts.” Discuss the journal responses; Read and discuss “from My Left Foot” pages 166-174.

 Mon., Oct. 10:  Journal # 14: "News of the Zika virus was sweeping the world earlier this year. What can we do to avoid epidemic diseases like that from spreading?"; Collect journals 1-14;

Tues., Oct. 11:  read "The Masque of the Red Death" and begin symbolism project

Wed., Oct. 12: Root words 8 quiz; Root words 9;

Root words 9

hyper = extreme or beyond

hypertension, hyperactive, hyperbolic, hyperlink, hyperbole, hyperventilate, hypersensitive, hyperthermia

hypo = below normal

hypothermia, hypochondriac, hypocrite, hypodermic, hypothetical, hypochromia (deficiency in pigment), hypochrosis (anemia caused by lack of hemoglobin), hypocotyl (part of the plant below the cotyledons; the stem); hypocytosis (ack of red corpuscles in blood)

hydr = water

hydrogen, hydrofoil, hydrophobia, hydropower, hydroplane, hydrolics, dehydrated, hydroponic (growing plants with only water),

derm = skin

dermatalogist, dermis, epidermis, hypodermic, dermabrasion, taxidermist

Morph = form, shape

Morphine, morphology, metamorphosis, morpheme (smallest unit of language),

polymorph (having many forms), amorphous (having no form),

Phobia = fear

Acrophobia, claustrophobia, arachnophobia, aquaphobia, dentophobia, hemophobia, homophobia, mysophobia (fear of germs), philophobia,

pseudo = false, fake

pseudonym, pseudo, pseudo science, pseudo-intellectual, pseudo-religious, pseudo psychosis, pseudoephedrine (nasal decongestant),

quad = four

quadriceps, quadrilateral, quadriplegic, quadrangle, quadraphonics, quadratic, quadraped, quadruple, quadruplet, quadrillion

rupt = break or burst

erupt, interrupt, rupture, disrupt, abrubt, corrupt, bankrupt

therm = heat

thermometer, thermodynamic, thermal, hypothermia (dangerously low body temperature), endotherm (an animal that can create body heat), ectotherm (an animal that changes its body temperature according to the surrounding environment),  geothermal (heat from the earth), thermos

 

Thurs., Oct. 13: return papers and discuss grades;

"The Masque of the Red Death" Symbolism project:

1. Choose something symbolic in "The Masque of the Red Death." Consider the color of the rooms, the number and/or organization of the rooms, the Masque itself, the clock (and time), etc.
2. On a blank piece of paper, draw the object or character.
3. On a piece of lined paper, explain the symbolism of the object/character, including what it symbolized in the story and why that is important to the story. This must be at least one-half of a page.

4. Then staple them together back-to-back and turn them in.

Fri., Oct. 14: (end of first quarter) check out Lord of the Flies; Discuss Monday-Thursday of next week; finish "Masque" symbolism project; Journal #15: "What are the roles of leaders and citizens in maintaining order? Is there always a right and a wrong? Who and what determines right and wrong?"  

Mon., Oct. 17: In-class essay Performance Task Day 1

Tu., Oct. 18: In-class essay Performance Task Day 2

Wed., Oct. 19: In-class essay Performance Task Day 3

Th., Oct. 20: (District minimum day) Root words 9 quiz; Root words 10; introduce Lord of the Flies

Root words 10

ab = away, from

abduction, absent, abnormal, abuse, absolve, abdicate (give up power), abrasive, abrogate (to repeal a law), abjure (reject a former belief), abscond (run away)

ad = toward, increase

adduction, dorsad, adapt, adjacent, adept, adverse, adequate, advocate,  adversary, adorn

mes(o) = middle

mesoderm, mesocosm, mesocracy (government by the middle class), mesogastric (middle of the stomach), mesolithic (middle of the Stone Age), mesonasal (middle of the nose), mesosphere, mesotherm (a plant that must live in a middle climate)

opsy = examination, inspection

biopsy, autopsy, necropsy,

osis = condition (disease), process or action

metamorphosis, psychosis, osteoporosis, osmosis, acidosis, tuberculosis, fibrosis, cirrosis, halitosis

spec = look

spectator, spectacular, spectacles, inspect, inspector, speculate, respect, spectrum, perspective, specimen, introspective,

auto = self

autobiography, autograph, automobile, automatic, autonomy, autofocus, automation

bibl = book

Bible, bibliography, bibliographer, biblical, bibliology,

photo = light

photograph, photographer, photosynthesis, photogenic, photon, photocell, photochromic

arm = weapons

disarm, armada, Armageddon, armament, army, armor, armistice, armadillo

Fri., Oct. 21: Journal #16: "In the absence of rules, what is the nature of humanity -- is the essence of man good or evil? If there were no rules, how would people act?"; Lord of the Flies and Golding background/notes;

Mon., Oct. 24: Journal #17: "Imagine being stuck on an island with a couple dozen teenagers. What would be the most important basic rules to establish? Why? Would you choose a leader? How? What are the qualities of a good leader? Why? What are the qualities of a bad leader? Why?”; Read chapter 1 of Lord of the Flies.

Tu., Oct. 25:  Journal #18: "Describe the main characters and what you know about them so far."; review; HW - read Lord of the Flies chapter 2

Wed., Oct. 26:  Journal # 19: "How do you feel about what is happening in the story so far? Describe at least two events and explain why those are important."; review (Ralph, Piggy, events); distribute study guide, essay assignment; read Lord of the Flies chapter 3; take notes on at least one character and his traits, actions and reactions.

Th., Oct. 27: Root words 10 quiz; Root words 11; Journal #20: “What do you think of Jack so far? What has he done and said to give you this impression of him?”; discuss tracking Jack; group project; HW - read Lord of the Flies ch. 4

Root words 11

Loc = place

local, location, relocate, locker, locomotive, dislocate, allocate, locale, echolocation

leg = law

legal, legitimate, legislature, privilege, legalize, legacy, legality, legitimize

domin = master

dominate, dominant, domain, domineering, predominate, dominatrix, (kingdom), dominion

poly = many, much, (literally = plurality)

polygamy, polymorph, polyhedron, polymer, polytheism, polychromatic, polysyllabic

Tele = far

Telescope, television, telephoto, telephone, telepathic, telekinetic, telegram, teleport, telegraph

Anthrop = man

Anthropology, anthropologist, anthropoid (resembles man, i.e., apes), misanthrope (doesn’t like/trust humans), philanthropist

soph = wise

sophisticated, sophistication, sophomore, philosophy, philosophic, philosopher,

the = god

theology, atheist, atheism, monotheist, polytheist, theocracy, pantheon

cord = heart

discord, concordance (agreement), cordially, according, cordis, accordance, courage (full of heart/bravery), discouraged (disheartened)

dextr = right (on the right side)

ambidextrous, dexterity, dexterity, dextrocardia (heart points to the right, not left), dextrorotatory (rotating to the right – clockwise)

 

Fri., Oct. 28: Journal #21: "A few significant events occurred in chapter 4;. Explain them and predict how these will affect the story?"; review, discuss behavior, etc.; HW - read Lord of the Flies ch. 5

Mon., Oct. 31: Quiz chapters 4-5; Journal #22: “What is happening to the boys’ society? Why is it happening? Who is the driving force behind the change?”; review; HW - read Lord of the Flies ch. 6; mini project

In-class group work
Pick one or two partners.
Choose one character from the novel
Create a picture of that character using information from the story. The character should be large enough that he is at least half of the page.
Write one paragraph describing that character; include at least one quotation from the book supporting your description.
Write one paragraph explaining why that character is important in the story.
You will be graded on spelling, punctuation, capitalization, and effort; do not draw stick figures and the drawing must be colored. While the boys are often described as being nude, no nudes allowed; the drawing must be appropriate for display in the classroom.
When you are done, staple the drawing and the paragraphs back-to-back.
This is worth 30 points.

Tu., Nov. 1:  Journal # 23: "What is the beast from the air really? Where is it on the island? Who sees it and how do they describe it? How does this affect things?' review Lord of the Flies Ch. 6;  HW - read Lord of the Flies ch. 7.

Wed., Nov. 2: Root words 11 quiz; Root words 12; Journal #24: “Describe the significant, but brief, change in Ralph during chapter 7.”; review; HW - read Lord of the Flies chapter 8

Root words 12

Ec, ecto = out, away

Ectoderm, ectoblastic, eccentric, ectopic, ecstatic, appendectomy, tonsillectomy, ecstasy

Dys = bad, abnormal

Dysantigraphia (inability to copy writing), dysaphia (impairment the sense of touch), dysarthria (difficult and defective speech), dysphoria, dysentery, dyslexia, dysfunction, dysplasia (abnormal), dysemia (problem with blood)

Endo = within, inside

Endobronchial (in the bronchus), endocardial (within the heart), endochrome (coloring matter within the cell), endocrine (internal secretion), endogamy (marriage within a legally designated group), endoparasite (parasite living within the body; i.e. tapeworm),  endosteal (within the bone)

Peri = around, surrounding

Periscope, peripheral, perimeter, periodontal, perihelion, periodic

Plas (plasty) = shape, form (surgical repair)

plasma, plasticity, plastic, cytoplasm, protoplasm, rhinoplasty, angioplasty, mastoplasty

 Corp = body

Corpse, corporation, corps, corpulent (fat body), corpuscle, corporal, Corpus (collection), corporeal (relating to physical, not spiritual)

Pac = peace

Pacific, pacify, pacifist, pacifier, pact

Vinc, vict = conquer

Victory, invincible, victor, convince, convict, evict, victorious, victim

Grat = thankful

Congratulate, gratitude, grateful, gratuity, gratuitous, gratifying, ingrate

Clar = clear

Clarify, clarity, declare, Claritin

 
Th., Nov. 3: Journal #25: "What is the Lord of the Flies? What leads up to the discovery of it and who discovers it? What is happening to/with the boy who discovers it?"; review; HW - read Lord of the Flies chapter 9

Fri., Nov. 4: Journal #26: "Describe what happened to the parachutist near the end of chapter 9. Describe what happened to Simon near the end of chapter 9. Predict how this will affect the boys: hint, they may not all react the same." review; HW - read Lord of the Flies chapter 10

Mon., Nov. 7: Journal #27: “What would be the best thing(s) for Ralph to do now after Jack’s attack? Why? What are his options?”; Begin Lord of the Flies movie (first 44 minutes); HW - read Lord of the Flies chapter 11;

Tues., Nov. 8:  Journal #28: "Conch, Piggy, Ralph, Jack, fire: Choose at least one and explain how it relates to the theme of the book and how it is symbolic."; Journals 15-28 due; discuss Lord of the Flies project; discuss test; HW - read Lord of the Flies chapter 12

Wed., Nov. 9: Root words 12 quiz; Root words 13; finish Lord of the Flies movie;

Root words 13

Noc, nox = pain, injury

Innocent, innocuous and innoxious (harmless), noxious (injurious to physical or mental health), obnoxious,  

Prim = first, most important

Prime, primer, primitive, primary, primordial, primate, prim

Sch = split, divided

Schism, schizophrenia, schedule, schizoid, schizogenesis (Reproduction by fission, especially in an annelid worm)

Demi = partly, half

Demigod, demimonde (women supported by lovers, have questionable values)

Meta = involving change

Metamorphosis, metaphor, metabolism, metabolize, metaphysics, metabolic

re = again

rewrite, revive, revise, retract, report, regain, revert, replay, reverse, reload, relive

nom = law, custom

nominate, nomination, phenomenal, economy, autonomy, taxonomy

onym = name

synonym, synonomous, antonym, homonym, pseudonym, anonymous

ortho = straight

orthodontist, orthopedic, orthodox, unorthodox,

poli = city, citizen

policy, politics, police, metropolis, cosmopolitan, apolitical

 

Th., Nov. 10: Lord of the Flies TEST; discuss project so students can bring in materials on Monday.

Fri., Nov. 11: VETERAN'S DAY -- NO SCHOOL

Mon., Nov. 14: : Lord of the Flies project

The following is a partial list of options for projects you can do to accompany Lord of the Flies. You may work in groups of up to three people. Spelling counts on all projects. You may create your own idea for a project as well, but the idea must be approved by me. This is worth 40 points and is due by the end of the period Friday. You will have all of class today, Tuesday and Friday to work on this.

Replica of the island: You will have to bring your own materials to class to create your own miniature version of the island. You will need to include a minimum 200-word summary describing the scene and its importance in the novel. Make sure to build the island so that it matches descriptions in the book of the shape, size, etc. Do not just bring items to glue onto the island -- the more you create yourself, the more points you will earn.

Detailed diorama of a scene from the story: A diorama is a three-dimensional creation inside a box (often a shoebox). You will draw, paint, etc., on the back and side walls, and have some other three-dimensional components from any scene you choose in the box. Include a minimum 200-word summary of the scene and why that scene was important in the novel. You must provide the box. Do not put dolls in the box. Do not just bring items to glue into the box-- the more you create yourself, the more points you will earn.

Board game: This can follow many other styles of board games and should have at least 30 squares, circles, etc., to stop in, game pieces, rules, and anything else board games usually require. The board must be decorated to resemble something related to the book (not just colored squares) and you also must include at least 25 trivia questions about the book as part of the game. Cards saying things like “got into a fight, move backward two spaces” do not count.

Jeopardy game (30 questions and answers – six categories of five questions): This would be designed much like the Jeopardy game that is seen on TV. Each answer must be worded in such a way that only one question is possible. Make sure you follow the format of the game – give the answer and then the question the contestant would ask (i.e., He said, “maybe it’s only us.”; the question the contestant would ask is, “Who is Simon?”).

Posters: Draw two scenes from the story that would catch the attention of someone and make them want to read the book. On the back of each poster, include a minimum 100-word summary of the scene and its importance in the novel. Use original artwork. These must be appropriate for display in a high school classroom. Each poster should be at least 12x18.

Tues., Nov. 15:  Continue Lord of the Flies project

Wed., Nov. 16: Root words 13 quiz; Root words 14; Continue Lord of the Flies project

Root words 14

Gam = marriage

Bigamy, polygamy, monogamy, monogamous, gamete (reproductive cells), isogamous

Cosm = universe

Cosmos, cosmology, cosmic, microcosm, macrocosm, cosmopolitan (belongs to many parts of the world

chrom = color

monochrome, chrome, chromatic, chromosome,

dem = people

demographic, democracy, epidemic, pandemic, endemic, demagogue

 counter = against

counterclockwise, counterintuitive, counterproductive, counterweight, counterculture

grad, gress = take steps, go

graduation, gradation, progress, regress, gradual, gradually, aggressive, aggression, congress,

clin = lean

declination, decline, incline, inclination, recline, clinic

sum = take up, spend

consume, consumption, sum, consumer, consumptive, assume, presume

ven = come

ventilate, convent, convention, invent, adventure, revenge

vert, vers = turn

reverse, invert, divert, vertical, convert, conversion, convertible, versatile, conversely,

 

Thurs., Nov. 17: Continue Lord of the Flies project; journals 15-28 due

Fri., Nov. 18: (Grades due) Peer edit Lord of the Flies essay rough drafts (no late work accepted for this assignment

Mon., Nov. 21: Lord of the Flies essay final draft due in class and through turnitin.com.; Finish Lord of the Flies project.

Tues., Nov. 22: Wish, Wish, Wish; Write approximately one page about what you truly wish for in life.

Wed., Nov. 23: Root words 14 quiz; Root words 15;

Root words 15

Cent = hundred

Century, percent, centennial, centipede, centimeter, centigrade, centavo, centenarian, centurion (originally, commander of 100),

Dent = teeth

Dentist, dentures, orthodontist, dental, trident, dentate (leaf or knife with toothlike ridges)

Ate = possession a certain quality

Subordinate, inanimate, immaculate, mandate, obliterate, degenerate, intricate, articulate, rejuvenate

Auth = author

Author, authoritative, authorize, authentic, authenticate, authority, authoritatian

Exper = try, test

Experiment, experimental, experience, expert, inexpertly, expertise

mit = send

transmit, permit, admit, submit, commit

ceed, ced = move, yield

succeed, proceed, precede, recede, excede, intercede, concede

leg, lect = gather, choose

lecture, collect, recollect, select, dialect, legend, elegant, predilection (preference), elect,

eu = happy

eulogy, euphoria, euphony, euphemism, euthanasia, eureka,

fin = end

finish, final, finale, finite, infinity, confined, finance

Thurs., Nov. 24: THANKSGIVING -- NO SCHOOL
Fri., Nov. 25: THANKSGIVING BREAK

 Mon., Nov. 28: Random Acts of Kindness video, research project, begin Pay It Forward

In Lord of the Flies, William Golding portrayed human nature as being basically evil as Jack’s savage nature overtook the island and almost all of the other boys. The news of the past few months has been filled with negative stories about Presidential candidates, racism, sexism, etc., making it seem as if the answer to the essential question, “Is Man essentially good or evil?” is quite clear.

            However, I do not believe that to be true and as we traverse through the holiday season, it’s time for positivity to replace that negativity. This is your chance to search for, and maybe be, the “good” side of people instead of the “evil.” Ghandi once said, “Be the change you want to see in the world.” Sometimes we forget to be kind to others because the world is not kind to us, but we really should be kinder because being kind to others makes us happier.

            For the final two weeks of the semester, you will research stories, quotes and videos where people have paid it forward or shown random acts of kindness and your final is to present your findings to the class.

            You may work alone or in groups of up to five, but the length of your presentation is determined by the number of people in the group. The presentation should be approximately three minutes long for EACH person in the group, so a group of four should have a 12-minute presentation. All presentations will be on the day of the final for this class and must be completed in Google Slides and shared with Mr. Gilkey before the final begins for this class.

            Each presentation must include at least two of each of the following:

1. songs and/or poems (include author’s name, title, and lyrics or poem)
2. novels and/or short stories (include author’s name and title of story)
3. quotations (include person’s name along with quotation)
4. movies clips and/or videos (show clip to class and include title if movie)

(NOTE: Honda commercials and anything from payitforward.com are not allowed.)

5. stories from newspapers or magazines (include title, author, and at least three

quotations from each article)

            All lyrics and videos must be classroom appropriate.

            Each of the ten above requirements must be on a separate slide. Additionally, each songs/poem, novel/story, and movie/video clips must be accompanied (on separate slides) by 100-word explanation of how it ties into the theme of the assignment (how does it inspire kindness or show someone being a good person). Remember, poems, songs, short stories, and article titles are in quotation marks and movie titles, magazines, and books are in italics or underlined.

            Each person in the group must also include a slide about himself, at least 100 words, and what he has done to pay it forward or be kind to others (donate to charity, help at a homeless shelter, etc.) and how it has made him feel.

For 20 extra credit points, film your group doing random acts of kindness or paying it forward to someone between now and the due date.

The first slide of the presentation must include the first and last names of each member of the group. The final slide must be the Works Cited page showing where all sources were found (copy and paste these as you go so you do not have to find them again); the order of everything in between is up to the group. Each member of the group must discuss at least two slides (his own slide plus at least one other).

            The project is worth 150 points (100 for the slides and 50 for the presentation). Spelling, capitalization, punctuation, grammar, etc. all count. No hard copy required.

                       

 
Tues., Nov. 29: Root words final

Wed., Nov. 30: Continue Pay It Forward

Thurs., Dec. 1: (Minimum day -- Senior projects): Continue Pay It Forward

Fri., Dec. 2: Finish Pay It Forward (last 11 minutes); Work on research project

Mon., Dec. 5: Work on research project

Tues., Dec. 6: Hour of Code presentation

 Wed., Dec. 7: Work on research project

Thurs., Dec. 8: Work on research project

Fri., Dec. 9: Work on research project

Mon., Dec. 12: Work on research project

Tues., Dec. 13: FINALS 3 (8:00-9:57), 5 (10:18-12:15), and 1 (1:06-3:03) Present project

Wed., Dec. 14: FINALS 4 (8:00-9:57), 6 (10:18-12:15), and 8 (1:06-3:03) Present project

Thurs., Dec. 15: FINALS 2 (8:00-9:57) and 7 (10:18-12:15) Present project

Fri., Dec. 16: BEGIN WINTER BREAK