ORANGE DAY

CP ENGLISH
1. Beowulf
-finish notes on story, folk hero, Anglo Saxons, etc. as a way to introduce the story more effectively, since we are only reading an abridged copy
-Read 1st section of poem, breaking down by group: Nervousness of men, greatness of Beowulf, and descriptions of Grendel. ALL groups take notes on religious undertones and influence of the Christian scribes....finish for next class!
-resarch a hero of your choice....find out about them so you can present....be able to tell a) their special skills/talents, b)arch enemy c)weapon of choice....think outside the box for this!

HONORS
1. Literary Terms
-finish list....we will have a test on these soon....details forthcoming
2. "The Lottery"
-introduce idea of "contrasting images"
-read the story for next time....take notes on a) contrasting images b) a prevalent literary device used

ENGLISH 12
1. Technical writing
-Mr Lessard speaks about antiquing
-for next time, come to class with something to write about: YOu will have to do a "how to" paper IN CLASS