Wednesday, October 22, 2008

Wednesday, October 22nd -- Day Two

Period One -- English 20
The period was used to either work on Remembrance Day Writing or read "To Kill a Mockingbird".

Period Three -- English 10
The notion of plagiarism was discussed.
Information was discussed and shared in regards to Canada's contributions to WWI, WWII and the Korean War.

Period's Four & Five -- English 9
Remembrance Day Writing was introduced. The essay must be no less than 350 words in length and no more than 500. If you choose to write a poem as well, it can be no less than 16 lines long and no less than 32.
Lesson's 19 and 20 were assigned in Language Power
Homework: Lesson's 19 and 20 in Language Power are due tomorrow.
"The Outsiders" must be read by next Friday, October 31st.

Period Six -- English 20
You are to assume you are a member of the jury in the Tom Robinson trial. As a juror, what would you share other jurors in terms of a verdict. Be sure to use the evidence brought up to support your conclusion. This should be up to a page in length.
Homework: Writing assignment as a juror in the Robinson Trial

Period Seven -- Social Studies 20
Current Events discussion -- newsworthy item of the day...the Canadian dollar is once again worth less than .80 American.
Shared our research on World War II atrocities.
Discussed other facts relating to World War II and lack of human rights, namely acts of genocide and the death toll of civilians.
Homework: None.

Have a good night. My NHL prediction for the night -- Oilers 4 Blackhawks 2