"Flying in the Face of the Furer" is due today, Tuesday September 30.
"The Teacher Who Changed My Life" is due Wed. Oct. 1.
Be sure to get all assignments in. Late assignments are accepted, but marks will be deducted.
Tuesday, September 30, 2008
Final words for September
Ambitious (adj.) having or showing a strong desire and determination to succeed : his mother was hard-working and ambitious for her four children.
• (of a plan or piece of work) intended to satisfy high aspirations and therefore difficult to achieve : the scope of the book is very ambitious | an ambitious enterprise.
Pelted verb [ trans. ] attack (someone) by repeatedly hurling things at them : two little boys pelted him with rotten apples.
• hurl (something) at someone or something in this way : he spotted four boys aged about ten pelting stones at ducks.
• [ intrans. ] ( pelt down) (of rain, hail, or snow) fall quickly and very heavily
Volition (n.) the faculty or power of using one's will : without conscious volition she backed into her office.
• (of a plan or piece of work) intended to satisfy high aspirations and therefore difficult to achieve : the scope of the book is very ambitious | an ambitious enterprise.
Pelted verb [ trans. ] attack (someone) by repeatedly hurling things at them : two little boys pelted him with rotten apples.
• hurl (something) at someone or something in this way : he spotted four boys aged about ten pelting stones at ducks.
• [ intrans. ] ( pelt down) (of rain, hail, or snow) fall quickly and very heavily
Volition (n.) the faculty or power of using one's will : without conscious volition she backed into her office.
Tuesday, September 23, 2008
Assignments
1/4 term marks are due Wednesday, Oct. 1 so be sure that all of your assignments have been handed in.
Assignments thus far:
Courage - free verse poem
Superman paragraph
Word of the day quiz
Assignments thus far:
Courage - free verse poem
Superman paragraph
Word of the day quiz
word of the day update
Mangled (v.) [ trans. ] severely mutilate, disfigure, or damage by cutting, tearing, or crushing : the car was mangled almost beyond recognition | figurative he was mangling Bach on the piano.
Mortified (v.)( -fies, -fied) [ trans. ] 1 (often be mortified) cause (someone) to feel embarrassed, ashamed, or humiliated : [ trans. ] she was mortified to see her wrinkles in the mirror | [as adj. ] ( mortifying) she refused to accept this mortifying disgrace.
Murky (adj.) ( murkier , murkiest ) dark and gloomy, esp. due to thick mist : the sky was murky and a thin drizzle was falling.
• (of liquid) dark and dirty; not clear : the murky silt of a muddy pond.
• not fully explained or understood, esp. with concealed dishonesty or immorality : the murky world of espionage.
Spectacle (n) a visually striking performance or display : the acrobatic feats make a good spectacle | the show is pure spectacle.
• an event or scene regarded in terms of its visual impact : the spectacle of a city's mass grief.
Vile (adj.) extremely unpleasant : he has a vile temper | vile smells.
Our next word of the day quiz is Tuesday, September 30th.
Mortified (v.)( -fies, -fied) [ trans. ] 1 (often be mortified) cause (someone) to feel embarrassed, ashamed, or humiliated : [ trans. ] she was mortified to see her wrinkles in the mirror | [as adj. ] ( mortifying) she refused to accept this mortifying disgrace.
Murky (adj.) ( murkier , murkiest ) dark and gloomy, esp. due to thick mist : the sky was murky and a thin drizzle was falling.
• (of liquid) dark and dirty; not clear : the murky silt of a muddy pond.
• not fully explained or understood, esp. with concealed dishonesty or immorality : the murky world of espionage.
Spectacle (n) a visually striking performance or display : the acrobatic feats make a good spectacle | the show is pure spectacle.
• an event or scene regarded in terms of its visual impact : the spectacle of a city's mass grief.
Vile (adj.) extremely unpleasant : he has a vile temper | vile smells.
Our next word of the day quiz is Tuesday, September 30th.
Sunday, September 14, 2008
Word of the Day - Quiz
Your quiz will be on Thursday. I am not here so it will give you and the sub something meaningful to do.
Your words for this week are:
Muse (v) [ intrans. ]be absorbed in thought : he was musing on the problems he faced.
• [with direct speech ] say to oneself in a thoughtful manner : “I think I've seen him somewhere before,” mused Rachel.• ( muse on) gaze thoughtfully at.
Perspective (n) a particular attitude toward or way of regarding something; a point of view: most guidebook history is written from the editor's perspective.
Tact (n) a keen sense of the right or fitting thing to say or due so as to avoid hurting someone’s feelings; sensitivity in dealing with others or with difficult issues : the inspector broke the news to me with tact and consideration.
Allegiances (n) loyalty or commitment of a subordinate to a superior or of an individual to a group or cause : those wishing to receive citizenship must swear allegiance to the republic | a complex pattern of cross-party allegiances.
Diminish (v) make or become less • [ trans. ] make (someone or something) seem less impressive or valuable : the trial has aged and diminished him.
Actually, muse and perspective were from last week, but I hadn't posted them on this blog yet.
Your words for this week are:
Muse (v) [ intrans. ]be absorbed in thought : he was musing on the problems he faced.
• [with direct speech ] say to oneself in a thoughtful manner : “I think I've seen him somewhere before,” mused Rachel.• ( muse on) gaze thoughtfully at.
Perspective (n) a particular attitude toward or way of regarding something; a point of view: most guidebook history is written from the editor's perspective.
Tact (n) a keen sense of the right or fitting thing to say or due so as to avoid hurting someone’s feelings; sensitivity in dealing with others or with difficult issues : the inspector broke the news to me with tact and consideration.
Allegiances (n) loyalty or commitment of a subordinate to a superior or of an individual to a group or cause : those wishing to receive citizenship must swear allegiance to the republic | a complex pattern of cross-party allegiances.
Diminish (v) make or become less • [ trans. ] make (someone or something) seem less impressive or valuable : the trial has aged and diminished him.
Actually, muse and perspective were from last week, but I hadn't posted them on this blog yet.
Tuesday, September 9, 2008
Assignments
We are now working on the creation of a free verse poem on the topic of courage. Poems are due Friday. Our word of the day quizes will be on the 15th and 30th of each month.
Word of the Day (so far)
Authoritarian (adj.) favoring or enforcing strict obedience to authority, esp. that of the government, at the expense of personal freedom : the transition from an authoritarian to a democratic regime.
• showing a lack of concern for the wishes or opinions of others; domineering; dictatorial : he had an authoritarian and at times belligerent manner.
Ecstatic (adj.)1 feeling or expressing overwhelming happiness or joyful excitement : ecstatic fans filled the stadium.
2 involving an experience of mystic self-transcendence : an ecstatic vision of God.
Formidable (adj.) inspiring fear or respect through being impressively large, powerful, intense, or capable : a formidable opponent
Guerrillas (n) a member of a small independent group taking part in irregular fighting, typically against larger regular forces : this small town fell to the guerrillas | [as adj. ] guerrilla warfare.
Honed verb [ trans. ] (usu. be honed) make sharper or more focused or efficient : their appetites were honed by fresh air and exercise.
Word of the Day (so far)
Authoritarian (adj.) favoring or enforcing strict obedience to authority, esp. that of the government, at the expense of personal freedom : the transition from an authoritarian to a democratic regime.
• showing a lack of concern for the wishes or opinions of others; domineering; dictatorial : he had an authoritarian and at times belligerent manner.
Ecstatic (adj.)1 feeling or expressing overwhelming happiness or joyful excitement : ecstatic fans filled the stadium.
2 involving an experience of mystic self-transcendence : an ecstatic vision of God.
Formidable (adj.) inspiring fear or respect through being impressively large, powerful, intense, or capable : a formidable opponent
Guerrillas (n) a member of a small independent group taking part in irregular fighting, typically against larger regular forces : this small town fell to the guerrillas | [as adj. ] guerrilla warfare.
Honed verb [ trans. ] (usu. be honed) make sharper or more focused or efficient : their appetites were honed by fresh air and exercise.
Sunday, August 31, 2008
Course Outline
English 10 A
Semester Overview and Evaluation
Unit 1 Challenges
Quests and Adventures Courage and Leadership
Struggle and Achievement Conflict and Search for Peace
Independent Novel
Unit 2 The Unknown
Mystery and Suspense The Unexplained
Fantasy Science Fiction
Novel Ender’s Game
Writing
Poetry Analysis Newspaper Article
Essay Compare and Contrast
Response entries Sentence fragments
Comma splice Paraphrase
Character Analysis
Literary Terms
You will be given a list of literary terms which we will refer to throughout the semester. Study them often.
Oral Presentations
A portion of the evaluation will be your involvement in the class. You will need to participate in class discussions as well as make some oral presentations. These will include group activities, interviews and role play and an oral presentation on the novel you choose to read for this class.
Vocabulary
There will be vocabulary given with our reading assignments as well as daily in class vocabulary. Use these words often so they become yours.
Evaluation
Assignments 60% Novel Study 15%
Homework Completion 5% Final Exam 15%
Participation 5%
Assignments will include journal entries, group projects, essays, computer assignments, charts, tests, vocabulary, and oral presentations.
Guidelines for written assignments
Submit your work on 8 1/2 x 11 loose leaf or white sheet. I appreciate typewritten assignments but they are not necessary. Do not tear your assignments from your book. The work should look neat and polished. Be sure to check your work for errors in spelling and punctuation. There will be marks deducted for SPG (spelling, punctuation and grammar). Write your complete name on the top right corner of the first page. Place your completed assignments in the hand in binder on the side book shelf.
Communication
You are responsible for missed assignments and class work. This means that you will need to contact me as soon as you can to get an update on material you missed. If you have concerns or special needs that I should be aware of please inform me as soon as possible. If you want considerations (late assignments, etc.) let me know. When you are absent from class for a couple of days speak to me by phone or email.
Be accountable and responsible.
Mrs. Bell-Gatzke lindy.bellgatzke@lskysd.ca
Semester Overview and Evaluation
Unit 1 Challenges
Quests and Adventures Courage and Leadership
Struggle and Achievement Conflict and Search for Peace
Independent Novel
Unit 2 The Unknown
Mystery and Suspense The Unexplained
Fantasy Science Fiction
Novel Ender’s Game
Writing
Poetry Analysis Newspaper Article
Essay Compare and Contrast
Response entries Sentence fragments
Comma splice Paraphrase
Character Analysis
Literary Terms
You will be given a list of literary terms which we will refer to throughout the semester. Study them often.
Oral Presentations
A portion of the evaluation will be your involvement in the class. You will need to participate in class discussions as well as make some oral presentations. These will include group activities, interviews and role play and an oral presentation on the novel you choose to read for this class.
Vocabulary
There will be vocabulary given with our reading assignments as well as daily in class vocabulary. Use these words often so they become yours.
Evaluation
Assignments 60% Novel Study 15%
Homework Completion 5% Final Exam 15%
Participation 5%
Assignments will include journal entries, group projects, essays, computer assignments, charts, tests, vocabulary, and oral presentations.
Guidelines for written assignments
Submit your work on 8 1/2 x 11 loose leaf or white sheet. I appreciate typewritten assignments but they are not necessary. Do not tear your assignments from your book. The work should look neat and polished. Be sure to check your work for errors in spelling and punctuation. There will be marks deducted for SPG (spelling, punctuation and grammar). Write your complete name on the top right corner of the first page. Place your completed assignments in the hand in binder on the side book shelf.
Communication
You are responsible for missed assignments and class work. This means that you will need to contact me as soon as you can to get an update on material you missed. If you have concerns or special needs that I should be aware of please inform me as soon as possible. If you want considerations (late assignments, etc.) let me know. When you are absent from class for a couple of days speak to me by phone or email.
Be accountable and responsible.
Mrs. Bell-Gatzke lindy.bellgatzke@lskysd.ca
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