Wed/Thurs 10.28/29

1. Independent Reading
2. Discuss Active Reading Guide for 451.
3. Introduce and begin reading Fahrenheit 451, pages 1 - 17.
4. HW: 1.Read through page 28 and answer Reader Response questions. (DUE Mon/Tues 11.2/3)
2.Essay Reflection (Periods 1,2,3 due MON. 11/2. Periods 5,6 due THURS. 11/5)


451activereadingbookmark.pdf
451RRQsPgs1-28.pdf
WhyAmIreflection.pdf

Mon/Tues 10.27/27

It's Fishbowl Time!

1. Go over case studies from last week
2. Prep for Fishbowl
3. Fishbowls!
4. Reflection and debrief with partner.

Thurs/Fri 10.22/23

1. Independent Reading
2. Reader Response - Making Connections
3. Interpret the First Amendment
4. Read "Limits of Freedom of Speech"

5. Complete the case study with your group

HW: Censorship Fishbowl Prep

1. Is censorship ever necessary? Use “A Visit to Cuba” and “V for Vendetta” to support your opinion.
2. Are there ever times that others know what is best for you to read or watch? When?
3. Should people ever sacrifice their freedoms in order to stay safe? If one has to choose between freedom and safety, which is more important? Why?
4. Should dangerous information be censored?

You must write at least one paragraph for each question. Try to use as much textual evidence as you can (V for Vendetta, Cuba article, 1st Amendment, case study, "Into the Night Kitchen".
LimitsofFreedomofSpeech.pdf

Wed. 10.21

1.Do Now: Write definitions in the BACK of your notebook. Title the last page VOCAB

a. Suppress (verb) – a. to put down by authority or force. b. to keep from public knowledge, to keep secret
The government in V for Vendetta tried to suppress the truth about Larkhill Detention Center.

b. Censorship (noun) - the suppression of something regarded as objectionable
Some people regard censorship as a violation of the first amendment; others view it to be protecting the public from harm.

2. Read article about banned children's book.
“A Visit to Cuba” Controversy
Create two columns in your notebook. Once column is titled Reasons to ban “A Visit to Cuba”. The other column is titled, Reasons not to ban “A Visit to Cuba”.
Think of at least three reasons each side would argue.

HW: “A Visit to Cuba” Controversy
1. Do you think “A Visit to Cuba” should be banned? Why or why not? Explain your answer in at least ½ page.
2. Complete a Word Profile for “suppress”. Use the definition and sentence from your Do Now.

Mon/Tues 10.19/20

Finish V for Vendetta
Turn in film guide at end of period.

Tues 10.13

Today you will be using my class to prep for your mock trial in John's class. Use your time wisely and it will be reflected in your English grade.

Thurs/Fri 10.08/09

1. Do Now: Turn in your essay!
2. Review QAR (Question Answer Relationship)
3. Read "The Tell-Tale Heart" by Edgar Allen Poe
4. Answer the questions on the handout and create your own questions for the story.



QuestioningHandout.pdf
TheTell-TaleHeart.pdf

Wed. 10.07

ESSAYS DUE TOMORROW!!!

First page format
Type up those essays!

Mon/Tues 10.5/6

1. Independent Reading
2. Reader Response – My Critique
What is your opinion about your book so far? Explain in at least one paragraph what you like, don’t like, confuses you, or annoys you. Be specific by giving details!

Make sure you put a title, date, and enter in your Table of Contents!!

3. Peer Review. At least two students must review your essay!

HW: Final Draft due Thurs/Fri!!