Different characters in the novel were read and discussed. Varying perspectives each character could have toward the setting and conflict of the novel were also discussed. She then made predictions - citing text - for the resolution of the plot according to the varying perspectives. She then reviewed the SAT vocabulary being studied.
Jaydn began by reviewing SAT vocabulary being studied. We then discussed the three types of conflict: Man against Man, Man agaianst Nature, and Man against Self. She then read the next chapter of The Great Alone. She then analyzed and discussed the type of conflict each of the three main characters was experiencing. She cited text to support her analysis.
Cabo reviewed SAT vocabulary and wrote a short story applying the words appropriately in context of the story. Cabo then discussed and analyzed chapters 16 and 17 of TheGreat Alone. Cabo also elaborated on the theme of deception as it is seen throughout these chapters. He then read chapters 18 and 19. He then discussed what he felt the hopes and fears are of the protagonist at this point of the novel.
Bella was online today. She discussed and analyzed the chapters read last Thursday. She wrote a summary of the development of Kya and Chase's relationship and made predictions, citing text. She read and analyzed the next chapter. She then reviewed SAT vocabulary.
I reviewed the essay Jaydn wrote last Thursday. She edited the first paragraph and we discussed the elements of its elaboration in the subsequent paragraphs. She will rewrite for homework and we will continue to analyze it next class. She read the next chapter of The Great Alone. We discussed the theme of the unpredictability of alcohol and traced it to the character development of Ernt and discussed its hostile effect when combined with the setting. We reviewed SAT vocabulary being studied.
Cabo reviewed and discussed the character development and setting from chapters 12 and 13 in The Great Alone. He then read and analyzed chapters 14 and 15 discussing the character of Matthew and his effect on the development of the protagonist Leni. We reviewed SAT vocabulary being studied.
As Victorian class rigidity is Matthew's chosen research topic, we studied the next chapter's social criticism of upper class social clubs that serve no purpose other than to provide an excuse for quarreling and inebriation. Additionally, we examined Dickens' ongoing social criticism of the societal manners of the middle class who stage a rather unnatural funeral procession for Mrs. Joe. Pip and Biddy's strained conversation about Pip's promise to visit more often led to a discussion of Pip's failure to realize his own self absorption in contrast to Biddy, who is perceptive enough to realize Pip's assurances are worthless. During the second segment of the session, I provided additional instruction on how to locate and to cite reliable research materials. I projected a number of academic articles on the screen and noted why they are deemed reliable sources of research . HW- locate 3 reliable research articles/ r . next chapter of novel.
Bella was online today. She wrote an essay discussing the title of the Great Alone and why the title is appropriate for the character development of the Allbright family.
In connection with Matthew's literary research project, I first provided instruction on proper MLA format to source web page articles on the "Works Cited" page. We discussed MLA format for both authored articles and corporate authored articles. We then examined the first steps in Pip's journey to self discovery as he begins to acknowledge his moral character has changed for the worse and has likewise infected the character of his friend ,Herbert Pocket. I discussed the somewhat formulaic "bildungsroman" novel noting certain events typically act as a catalyst to self discovery. Here, the death of his sister who raised Pip coupled with Pip's heartbreak over Estella begin Pip's process of self knowledge. We last reviewed and modified some of Matthew's study guide homework responses. HW- r. next two chapters/study guide.
