After having read Chapter 17 to page 300:
Describe the Birthday Party. What's really missing? Is The Bone expecting too much or are the hosts just self-absorbed? What does it reveal about "Papa Doc"? What is your first impression of Evening Star?
Answer in at least two complete paragraphs.
Tuesday, February 22, 2011
Friday, February 18, 2011
Zeitoun #6
After having read to page 214:
Explain whether or not you think Zeitoun is being treated unfairly and support your argument with details and examples. How would you feel if you were him? Are there legitimate reasons for his treatment? If he is being treated unjustly, what clues does the novel give us as to why?
In another paragraph, explain why the author included the two quotes at the beginning of the book by McCarthy and Twain. Give specific examples to support your assertions.
Research two or three of the following groups and, in a sentence or two, explain what their role is in a disaster area and comment on their appropriateness in New Orleans:
Blackwater USA
Army National Guard
Department of Homeland Security
Instinctive Shooting International
Border Patrol Tactical Units
SWAT teams
Explain whether or not you think Zeitoun is being treated unfairly and support your argument with details and examples. How would you feel if you were him? Are there legitimate reasons for his treatment? If he is being treated unjustly, what clues does the novel give us as to why?
In another paragraph, explain why the author included the two quotes at the beginning of the book by McCarthy and Twain. Give specific examples to support your assertions.
Research two or three of the following groups and, in a sentence or two, explain what their role is in a disaster area and comment on their appropriateness in New Orleans:
Blackwater USA
Army National Guard
Department of Homeland Security
Instinctive Shooting International
Border Patrol Tactical Units
SWAT teams
Tuesday, February 8, 2011
Zeitoun #5
After having read to page 142, metaphorically analyze what the following events reveal about FEMA's emergency management strategies:
The helicopter dropping a case of water directly on top of Zeitoun's tent.
The official blatantly ignoring Zeitoun's request for assistance.
The media's depiction of what was going on in New Orleans.
The middle paragraph on page 136.
Find at least one other ominous hint as to FEMA's attitude.
Find and review at least one news story that depicts the survivors in a negative light.
Be sure to elaborate on each of the topics and provide your own interpretations.
The helicopter dropping a case of water directly on top of Zeitoun's tent.
The official blatantly ignoring Zeitoun's request for assistance.
The media's depiction of what was going on in New Orleans.
The middle paragraph on page 136.
Find at least one other ominous hint as to FEMA's attitude.
Find and review at least one news story that depicts the survivors in a negative light.
Be sure to elaborate on each of the topics and provide your own interpretations.
Thursday, February 3, 2011
R.O.B #5 "Coming of Age"
Read Chapter 11 "Red Rover"
Rule of The Bone is supposedly a "coming of age" novel. What does that mean? Identify 3 passages or quotes that are indicative of a coming of age and comment on how and why each is significant.
In another paragraph, identify two or three instances from your life that could be considered coming of age experiences. Describe how you felt at that moment. What change had taken place?
Note: Tomorrow we will have a sub as I will be in a meeting with the English Dept. We will be conducting our Book Club meetings so be sure to bring your novel and "Read and Role" beforehand!!
Rule of The Bone is supposedly a "coming of age" novel. What does that mean? Identify 3 passages or quotes that are indicative of a coming of age and comment on how and why each is significant.
In another paragraph, identify two or three instances from your life that could be considered coming of age experiences. Describe how you felt at that moment. What change had taken place?
Note: Tomorrow we will have a sub as I will be in a meeting with the English Dept. We will be conducting our Book Club meetings so be sure to bring your novel and "Read and Role" beforehand!!
Monday, January 31, 2011
Rule of The Bone # 4
After reading Chapter 9, compare and contrast the school bus during both eras: The Bong Brothers vs. IMAN. What specific phrases does Russell use for each to make the contrast stand out? What are your first thoughts and impressions about IMAN? What does his paranoia about the fourth of july celebration reveal about his past?
In paragraph and without plagiarizing, give a brief summary of the history of Jamaica.
Please refrain from post Marijuana related images.
Define and explain:
Hallie Selasie
Rastafarianism
Bob Marley
Malcolm X
In paragraph and without plagiarizing, give a brief summary of the history of Jamaica.
Please refrain from post Marijuana related images.
Define and explain:
Hallie Selasie
Rastafarianism
Bob Marley
Malcolm X
Zeitoun Assignment #4
Having read to page 94, we can see that Zeitoun has defied the mandatory evacuation and stayed behind despite considerable dangers. Analyze the danger he faces and answer the following in a persuasive paragraph: What do you think of his decision to stay behind? What does he risk? Is it worth it?
In another paragraph or so, predict how the story will end. It seems that what has happened up until now is interesting but not enough to warrant a book. What dramatic occurrence will make this story novel-worthy? Write your paragraph(s) in a descriptive style and demonstrate your knowledge of what has happened so far with your telling of the remainder of the story.
Research, define and describe the following:
In another paragraph or so, predict how the story will end. It seems that what has happened up until now is interesting but not enough to warrant a book. What dramatic occurrence will make this story novel-worthy? Write your paragraph(s) in a descriptive style and demonstrate your knowledge of what has happened so far with your telling of the remainder of the story.
Research, define and describe the following:
- Mandatory evacuation
- Martial law
- Patriot Act
- FEMA
Monday, January 24, 2011
Tuesday 11/25
Junior English (periods 1 & 2)
Examine and describe the effects of global warming from two, differing sources. Are the sources accurate, verifiable and unbiased? Why/why not? Which do you believe to be the most accurate?
Explain what weather conditions are necessary for a hurricane to exist. What factors contributed to Katrina's notoriety (extreme destruction). Remember to list Zeitoun 1 (first period) or Zeitoun 2 (second period) as your favorite movie in your personal profile.
Senior English (periods 5 & 6)
In Chapter 5, Bank's takes us on a whirlwind escape and exile from the burning biker pad. Create your own ending for the chapter, starting where Russ finds Chappie tied up in his bedroom. Be sure to include dialogue and keep it appropriate for school. Your story should be at least 200 words long and take us through several changes of scenery and adrenaline-pumping scenarios. If you want to get credit for your first two posts, you must add Bone Rules 5 or 6.
Examine and describe the effects of global warming from two, differing sources. Are the sources accurate, verifiable and unbiased? Why/why not? Which do you believe to be the most accurate?
Explain what weather conditions are necessary for a hurricane to exist. What factors contributed to Katrina's notoriety (extreme destruction). Remember to list Zeitoun 1 (first period) or Zeitoun 2 (second period) as your favorite movie in your personal profile.
Senior English (periods 5 & 6)
In Chapter 5, Bank's takes us on a whirlwind escape and exile from the burning biker pad. Create your own ending for the chapter, starting where Russ finds Chappie tied up in his bedroom. Be sure to include dialogue and keep it appropriate for school. Your story should be at least 200 words long and take us through several changes of scenery and adrenaline-pumping scenarios. If you want to get credit for your first two posts, you must add Bone Rules 5 or 6.
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