Archives for December 2, 2016

Due 12/5: William Butler Yeats and a New Poem

1. Reading–William Butler Yeats’ When You Are Old, The Second Coming, and Leda and the Swan.

2. Writing–Free write in your journal with one caveat: At minimum, make us smile. But, a laugh would be preferred. (Inspired by Youssef)

Due 12/5: 1984 and More…

3rd and final draft is due one week after you get your graded 2nd draft. You MUST TURN IN YOUR GRADED 2ND DRAFT WITH THE 3RD DRAFT. Also, be sure to HIGHLIGHT all changes made in the 3rd Draft.

UPDATE: Due Date for the final Creative Project has been pushed back to 12/15!

Due 12/5

1. 1984–Chapters 4-7!
2. Class Forum—Write one discussion question born out of the first 6 chapters of Part II of the novel. In a complete paragraph (featuring a topic sentence and evidence) answer the question. Every one should be prepared to lead a class discussion.

Due 12/6

1. 1984–Chapter 8

Due 12/7

1. 1984–PP. 179-201 (Stop with Ignorance is Strength)

Due 12/8

1. 1984–Complete Chapter 9
2. Class Forum—Based upon my comments on your essay, sum up your writing strengths and weaknesses.