Wed. 12.9

1. Do Now: Vocab
(8.) Ebb – (n) or (v) 1. The flowing back of the tide as the water returns to the sea. 2. Decline or decay.
(N): Due to the recession, some people think we are watching the ebb of the United States.
(V): His confidence ebbed as the girl made fun of him.

2. Quick review of thesis statements. Handout from earlier in the year is attached below.

My thesis examples for the symbolism of fire:

A. (Okay) In Fahrenheit 451, the symbolism of fire evolves from destruction to creation to finally purification.

B. (Better) While fire first symbolized destruction and ignorance in Fahrenheit 451, it then evolves to symbolize both comfort and rebirth.

C. (Best) The symbolism of fire in Fahrenheit 451 changes throughout the book; initially it represents the downfall of society but ultimately becomes a symbol of society’s rebirth.

3. Work Period

HW: Three possible thesis statements due Thurs/Fri!!

thesisstatements.pdf