MYTH ASSIGNMENT
Here are the websites that will help you to write your myth:
http://artsedge.kennedy-center.org/content/2231/2231_writingmyths_myth.pdf
http://teacher.scholastic.com/writewit/mff/mythswshop_index.htm
This is due on Friday, February 6, 2009
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FIRST DAY OF SCHOOL ESSAY
(this essay is due no later than Monday, January 12, 2009)
Complete the following writing assignment:
Write (or type) an essay (at least two pages, no more than five) on the
topic of “Who Am I?” Your paragraphs must be at least 3 to 5 sentences in
length, preferably 5 to 8 sentences. If you choose to write your essay,
please use black or blue ink (NO PENCIL) and skip a line between each
written line.
If you choose to type your essay, use 12 pt Times New Roman
font. Whether written or typed, be sure to put in the top left corner your
name, my name, course name / Block, and the date.
For example,
Ashley Lemley
Mrs. McIntosh
English 10 / 3rd Block
December 18, 2010
Be sure to answer the following questions in your essay –
• Who are you? What factors shaped the identity you have today? How?
• What is something you do on a daily basis that defines your
character?
• What do you believe which guides you through life? Why? How?
• What are you strengths? Weaknesses?
• What do you feel is your purpose in life?
• Why are you taking this course?
• What are your expectations of this course?
• What are your short-term goals?
• What are your long-term goals?
• What do you plan on accomplishing while you are here?
• What obstacles do you have and how can you meet your goals?
• What can I as your teacher do to assist you in meeting those goals?
REMEMBER, Your essay should have a clear introduction, body, and
conclusion. Be sure to proofread your work before you submit.
END OF ASSIGNMENT
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Homework – Due Friday, October 10th (NO EXCEPTIONS or EXCUSES!!!!!)
The Salem Witch Trials
Your assignment is to write a fictional first-hand account as if you were
living in Salem Village in 1692. The paper must be typed - at least two
pages, double spaced, 12 point Times New Roman (or other easily readable
font). You are to write from the point of view of an accuser, an accused,
or a supporter or critic of the trials. Your accounts should reflect one or
more of the possible theories for the witch trials. They should also
describe Puritanism and its role in the lives of 17th-century Salem
colonists.
Here are some websites to help you along in your research and writing:
http://school.discoveryeducation.com/schooladventures/salemwitchtrials/life/
http://school.discoveryeducation.com/schooladventures/salemwitchtrials/people
/
http://etext.virginia.edu/salem/witchcraft/texts/transcripts.html
http://www.salemwitchmuseum.com/tour/index.shtml
http://encarta.msn.com/encyclopedia_701701818/salem_witch_trials.html
http://www.nd.edu/~rbarger/www7/puritans.html
http://www.victorianweb.org/religion/puritan2.html
http://nationalhumanitiescenter.org/tserve/eighteen/ekeyinfo/legacy.htm
This paper will count as a MAJOR TEST GRADE!!! You will be graded by the
following rubric:
• An “A” paper: Students shared several facts about the Salem Witch
Trials and possible theories for the hysteria; gave an accurate and complete
presentation about their assigned primary source; wrote a thorough, engaging
first-hand account that reflected at least one theory for the witch trials
and clearly described Puritanism and its role in the lives of 17th-century
Salem colonists.
• A “B” paper: Students shared some facts about the Salem Witch Trials
and possible theories for the hysteria; gave an accurate and complete
presentation about their assigned primary source; wrote an acceptable first-
hand account that reflected one theory for the witch trials and clearly
described Puritanism and its role in the lives of 17th-century Salem
colonists.
• A “C” paper: Students did not share any facts about the Salem Witch
Trials or possible theories for the hysteria; gave an incomplete
presentation about their assigned primary source; wrote a vague or
inaccurate first-hand account that did not clearly reflect any of the
theories for the witch trials or describe Puritanism and its role in the
lives of 17th-century Salem colonists.
• A “F” paper: Student did not complete assignment at all or in the
time allotment provided.
END OF ASSIGNMENT
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TOTEM POLE PROJECT
Here are some websites and ideas to help you get started on your Totem Pole
project. These are DUE ON MONDAY, MARCH 11th. This will count as a
TEST/PROJECT GRADE. Remember, this is an easy and fun way to make an "A"!
Not only are you to make your own totem pole, but your totem MUST BE
ACCOMPANIED BY A WRITTEN DESCRIPTION OF YOUR TOTEM. This written
description MUST BE AT LEAST ONE PARAGRAPH (5-8 sentences) that describe
your personal totem. It must answer the following questions:
What type of animal describes you? What deeds and activities have you done
that an animal could represent? (Football, babysitting, quiet and studious,
social, etc..)
Make a list of characteristics that you represent you; those behaviors that
you believe are most important to you.
Using the "Animal Spirits"
http://st.aemilian.tripod.com/projects/totems/index.html web page find the
Animal Spirits that have the same characteristics as your list.
For each "Spirit Animal" (7) write a paragraph about their characteristics.
For each "Spirit Animal" (7) write a paragraph explaining why you chose
these particular "Spirit Animals" and compare/contrast them with your own
characters
You will be graded on the following:
* how creative your totem is
* the detail of descriptions
* neatness
* different facets of family and personality
* the quality of your written paragraph
What exactly is a totem pole? You can read this definition here:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Totem_pole
Another website with a brief definition and examples:
http://members.aol.com/Art1234567/Totemart.html
Here are two websites that will help you craft your totem pole:
http://members.aol.com/Art1234567/Totemart.html
http://www.seedsofknowledge.com/totem.html
Individual pictures of totems:
http://www.sfu.ca/archaeology/museum/bc/totem/tnail.htm
http://www.pacific101.com/woodage/
http://www.totemlodge.com/
http://www.akpics.com/avp_glto.htm (requires Java capable browser)
http://www.bcbooks.com/totem2.html
Help with finding your "spirit animal":
http://www.manataka.org/page236.html