Tuesday December 3, 2014

Honors 9- Today, we went over the Quarter 2 writing assessment, which is due December 17, 2014--No Exceptions!! If you missed class today, it is imperative that you meet with me to get the assignment. We will be in the computer lab Wednesday and Thursday this week to start research.

English 10- Today we read through Act 1 Scene 4. We are analyzing character development and conflict while beginning to hypothesize topics and themes that are emerging.  Scene 3 and 4 comprehension worksheet is due tomorrow! Here are the questions if you need them:

Please answer the following questions in complete sentences.

Act One, Scene Three.

Why doesn’t Troy want Cory to pursue a career in sports?

What would Troy prefer that Cory do for a living?

Compare Troy’s view on money to Cory’s

  

Explain Troy’s attitude toward being a father.

What does Rose suggest that Cory needs from Troy?

Describe the relationship between Troy and Cory.

Act One, Scene Four.

Describe the relationship between Rose and Cory.

What is the result of Troy’s complaint at work?

How does Troy’s promotion contradict his view on society?

Explain the irony in Troy’s promotion.

Describe Troy’s father.

What happened to Troy’s mother?

Compare Troy and his father.  What are their similarities and differences?

What becomes of Troy after he leaves home?

Why is Troy unsupportive of Lyons’ aspirations as a musician?

Explain the analogy Troy uses at the very end of the scene.