Wednesday 29 February 2012

Assignment #3 - Q.W.I.L.Q.

                                             Watch this video before posting your responses!  



You're probably wondering what Q.W.I.L.Q. is?  Well, let me explain....
Q - Choose a place in the chapter that confuses you and write a deep question/answer about it.
W - Choose a place where you said, "OH WOW!"  Explain why.
I -  Choose one phrase where a clear image is created.  (copy this and record the page number)
L - Choose an example of exquisite or interesting language, type out the sentence that you found it in,  explain what it means and why you chose it.
Q - Choose one quote from the chapter(s), explain it's significance and why you chose it.

***READ THE INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY AND ANSWER EVERYTHING THAT IS ASKED***

Tuesday 28 February 2012

Assignment # 2 - Deep Questions


1.) Post 2 DEEP thinking questions & answers based on your literature circle discussions in class today.  Don't forget to phrase your question so it allows for several different answers/responses.  

2.) After you complete your work, answer 2 questions that other students have posted.  Remember, everyone will post different answers because you will be giving your opinions.  Be sure to provide a detailed answer to all questions you answer.  Don't forget to pay attention to your spelling, capitals, grammar, sentence structure, etc.  

*** If you use texting language, I will ask you to redo your assignment***

Monday 20 February 2012

ASSIGNMENT #1 - Prediction

Use your mind-map of ideas/questions and write a prediction of what you think this novel will be about.  Don't forget to refer to your 'PREDICTION TIPS' that we reviewed in class today to help you write your response.