Class Notes

Tuesday January 24, 2012
Because we were so behind in History, we had to rush through Literary Elements.  There are 5 main elements that we are going to be exploring for the next few weeks.  Some of them you are going to know how to recognise easily, others will be new to you.  That is why we need notes, so you can go back over what we did in class to refresh your memory.  That is a very important element in studying; going over what was covered in class.  So before you begin the handout, go back over your notes on characters.
I am sorry some of you are finding Son of Charlemagne "boring".  That tells me you are not reading the novel very carefully.  This author has really attempted to attract both males and females in this book. This book is not difficult to read either.  I hope you will give it another chance.
You have a good bit of homework for the next two days.  It is because I have added the elements to our class time.  I plan to give you 2 elements each session, so this won't last very long at all, but I think they are very important in helping you to analyze what you are reading, both now and in the future.  As you get in to the high school classes the teachers will expect you to be able to analyze characters, setting, plot, theme and point of view.  This IS school and there are some things you must learn at each level.
Notice I have changed the summary from 3 to 1 woman in your assignments.  Also remember, you can read these novels anywhere and any time.  Read them at night just before you go to bed or while you are riding in the car or waiting for supper!  That will free you up during the time you are "in school" during the day to get all your work done.

Your assignments are:

Wednesday 25 January 2012
1. Read Son of Charlemagne: cps. 4-5.
2. Pg. 179:31C:#2: REad the directions.  Choose 1 woman of modern times who represents your culture and ethnicity and  research and write a summary on her.  Include her life and accomplishments.  Only 3 sentences.
3. Main character worksheet

Thursday 26 January 2012
1. Vocabulary work.
2. Discussion questions on Charlemagne.