“What do the following books and films have in common: Star Wars, Harry
Potter, Mulan, and Lord of the Rings?”
1.
Collect take-home test Act 4 packet.
2.
Write down the oldest family story that you’ve ever
been told. If you can’t think of one, write down the oldest memory you
have.
a.
The older the story, the better
Hand back and then review answers to “19 Questions final
review”
· Why do we tell each other stories? What would happen if we didn’t?
·
What do we do when we don’t know something? What
did people before us do? How about people before them?
Completed and discussed two speed writes on “myth” and
“hero.”
Watch introductory video to Hero’s
Journey : “TED-Ed What Makes a Hero"
ENGLISH homework:
·
Finish
reading introduction to The Odyssey on pages 1012 – 1013; and 1025 –
1036 in Literature book.
·
Work on Romeo & Juliet projects (including
10-line memorization piece) – DUE Monday, May 20 – focus on the following
rubric:
(Due Monday, May 20):
R & J FINAL PROJECT RUBRIC (worth 50 points):
·
The theme/story = 20 points (thorough interpretation
of your stand on a specific theme, important
story elements from R&J, proper length)
·
Creativity = 10 points (ideas are
unique and enjoyable)
·
Effort = 10 points (project is thoughtful and
well-prepared; shows considerable effort; looks complete)
·
Recital = 10
points - TYPED COPY (worth 3 pts.) and considerable effort shown in memorization
of piece
o IMPORTANT:
§ You may NOT
give your recital without a typed copy of your speech.
§ You may NOT
memorize from these 2 speeches: “Two households…” (pg. 807) or “But soft, what
light…” (pg. 845-846)
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PLAYWRITING – Day 42
Retake drama terms test
Finish blocking your script for your performance in mime
(no props)
Critique performances
PLAYWRITING homework:
Be ready to perform your scripts – with props, music,
theatricality, etc.
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