Archives for September 29, 2014

HW12 due 9/30 (10/1 for 12G): The Stranger

1. The Stranger–Read and annotate Chapters 1 and 2 of Part II. Remember, you are expected to annotate everything we read this year. The readings are always subject to collection and grading.

2. Keep in mind, we are working toward our first essay of the term… So, ensure you are reading closely and come in ready to ask good questions.

HW10 due 9/30: Plath Unit and More

1. Tonight, in preparation for our reading of The Bell Jar, research and take notes on feminism and double consciousness. Both are key lenses for the unit, so be thorough in your research and note taking. As always, notes should be your binder.

2. Class Vocab #1–Print out and review this list for tomorrow.

3. Either print out or copy the “so what” image posted today on the website.

Dates:

  • Final thesis statements are due Wednesday (posted on class forum in newly created thread–Thesis #2)
  • Vocab quiz on Thursday, Oct. 2
  • Confessional Poems due Monday, Oct. 6.