Wednesday, September 12, 2012

FRIDAY: World Religions Quiz. We'll talk tomorrow (Thursday) about what exactly will be on the quiz.

THURSDAY: Read Charles Baxter’s “Gryphon.”

Read it again:

1)     Making notes in the margins.

2)     Circling and defining your vocabulary words.

Write a one-page formal analysis that begins with the prompt:

In Charles Baxter’s short story “Gryphon,” the author explores the theme of ______.

The rest of your essay should use specific evidence from the story to prove your point.

Your response must be TYPED, DOUBLESPACED and at least a PAGE in length.

IN ADDITION AND ON A SEPARATE SHEET OF PAPER:

1) Identify ONE simile in the story.

2) Identify ONE metaphor in the story.

3) Identify ONE symbol in the story.

4) Identify ONE motif in the story.

REMINDER: As always, there will be a 6-question quiz at the start of the discussion period.

ONE FINAL THING:

On the story, please write THREE points you would like to bring up in class. These points should be written in complete sentences and be as thorough as possible so that you will earn points by contributing to the class discussion.