Due tomorrow:
PD 8
-thesis statement
-presentation of Macbeth project
-signed copy of research assignment
PD 2
-thesis statement
-signed copy of research assignment
Tuesday, April 15, 2008
Thursday, April 10, 2008
Research Paper/Macbeth projects
The students received the requirements for the research paper today. It must be signed by a parent/guardian and returned to me. Students will receive zeroes for every assignment they turn in until I receive the signed document. To receive credit on research paper assignments, the document must be returned by 4/16.
Literary Research Paper
Throughout the year we have read a variety of interesting works. Each work contains many different themes, ideas, and questions that can be analyzed further outside of the work. Over the next 6 weeks you will put together a research paper based on one of the works we have studied this year. We will spend several days each week devoting our time to the research and writing process. The days we spend in class will be used for the current work we are analyzing.
You are to use the time given you to research a concept from the work of your choice, formulate a thesis, gather sources to support it, and craft a thoughtful argument proving your thesis.
The paper will be broken up into several parts. The requirements are as follows:
Thesis statement 10pts Due 4/16
List of sources
(at least 4) 10pts Due 5/6
Outline 10pts Due 5/9
Rough Draft
(4-6 pages) 20pts Due 5/16
Final Draft:
Typed
Times New Roman
Font 12
Double Spaced
4-6 pages
MLA citations for all sources
All sources quoted at least once
No 1st person
100pts Due 5/23
Works Cited Page
Typed
Correct MLA format
Attached to final copy
At least 4 sources
50pts Due 5/23
Total 200pts
This grade will account for approximately ½ of your 4th marking period grade. You must follow the requirements EXACTLY. A late paper will be accepted for ½ credit, NO EXCEPTIONS! If you are absent the day the paper is due you will receive ½ credit.
Emailing your paper is NOT ACCEPTABLE.
All sources must be acceptable. NO SPARKNOTES! Scholarly articles, criticisms, and journals only. All websites must be either .edu, .org., or .gov.
Use your time in the library wisely. It is not social hour. If you are not working, you will be sent out. It is up to you to make the most of it. I will be available for help and/or questions. Do not come to me the week the paper is due and tell me you don’t understand what we are supposed to be doing.
If you understand these expectations, please sign where indicated.
Student____________________________________
Parent/Guardian________________________________________
Works to choose from:
Oedipus the King
A Doll House
Beowulf
The Legend of King Arthur
Sir Gawain and the Green Knight
The Canterbury Tales
Macbeth
The students also received the following project assignment, which is due Wednesday 4/16.
Macbeth projects-30pts
Poster-Make a movie poster for Macbeth. It must include images depicting character(s)/theme(s).
Collage-Create a collage of images related to Macbeth and the themes of the play. There must be a mixture of modern and historical images.
Soundtrack-Create a soundtrack for Macbeth. Use the music of today to tell the story. You must find at least 10 songs for the CD. Each song requires an explanation as to how it relates to the story and/or themes. You must also design the CD case.
Acting-Choose a scene to recreate from the play. You are to rewrite it to fit any style you like. It must depict the characters and themes accurately. It can be filmed ahead of time. I will collect the script.
Soliloquy-You are to choose a soliloquy to present. You must accurately portray the emotions of the character. You must also rewrite it in your own words and present it a second time.
Literary Research Paper
Throughout the year we have read a variety of interesting works. Each work contains many different themes, ideas, and questions that can be analyzed further outside of the work. Over the next 6 weeks you will put together a research paper based on one of the works we have studied this year. We will spend several days each week devoting our time to the research and writing process. The days we spend in class will be used for the current work we are analyzing.
You are to use the time given you to research a concept from the work of your choice, formulate a thesis, gather sources to support it, and craft a thoughtful argument proving your thesis.
The paper will be broken up into several parts. The requirements are as follows:
Thesis statement 10pts Due 4/16
List of sources
(at least 4) 10pts Due 5/6
Outline 10pts Due 5/9
Rough Draft
(4-6 pages) 20pts Due 5/16
Final Draft:
Typed
Times New Roman
Font 12
Double Spaced
4-6 pages
MLA citations for all sources
All sources quoted at least once
No 1st person
100pts Due 5/23
Works Cited Page
Typed
Correct MLA format
Attached to final copy
At least 4 sources
50pts Due 5/23
Total 200pts
This grade will account for approximately ½ of your 4th marking period grade. You must follow the requirements EXACTLY. A late paper will be accepted for ½ credit, NO EXCEPTIONS! If you are absent the day the paper is due you will receive ½ credit.
Emailing your paper is NOT ACCEPTABLE.
All sources must be acceptable. NO SPARKNOTES! Scholarly articles, criticisms, and journals only. All websites must be either .edu, .org., or .gov.
Use your time in the library wisely. It is not social hour. If you are not working, you will be sent out. It is up to you to make the most of it. I will be available for help and/or questions. Do not come to me the week the paper is due and tell me you don’t understand what we are supposed to be doing.
If you understand these expectations, please sign where indicated.
Student____________________________________
Parent/Guardian________________________________________
Works to choose from:
Oedipus the King
A Doll House
Beowulf
The Legend of King Arthur
Sir Gawain and the Green Knight
The Canterbury Tales
Macbeth
The students also received the following project assignment, which is due Wednesday 4/16.
Macbeth projects-30pts
Poster-Make a movie poster for Macbeth. It must include images depicting character(s)/theme(s).
Collage-Create a collage of images related to Macbeth and the themes of the play. There must be a mixture of modern and historical images.
Soundtrack-Create a soundtrack for Macbeth. Use the music of today to tell the story. You must find at least 10 songs for the CD. Each song requires an explanation as to how it relates to the story and/or themes. You must also design the CD case.
Acting-Choose a scene to recreate from the play. You are to rewrite it to fit any style you like. It must depict the characters and themes accurately. It can be filmed ahead of time. I will collect the script.
Soliloquy-You are to choose a soliloquy to present. You must accurately portray the emotions of the character. You must also rewrite it in your own words and present it a second time.
Tuesday, April 8, 2008
Turn, hellhounds, turn!
Yesterday we finished the film version of Macbeth. Today we will begin an essay assignment on it. The students are to choose from the following topics:
1. The three witches told Macbeth his fate. Did the events in Macbeth’s life occur because of the witches’ prophecy or because of the choices he made? Is it a bit of both? What caused Macbeth to fall: Fate or Free Will?
2. How does Macbeth apply to us today? Well, first of all, the play is a good story. It talks about ambition, murders, spirits, witches, and other entertaining subjects. But the reason Macbeth is still loved today is that its themes are still applicable to us. Many people can identify with Macbeth. Analyze the play’s relevance to us using a modern story, movie, or a historic figure as a comparison. You must fully explore how the themes/characters apply.
Evaluate Macbeth: was he a good or bad person? Support your answer. This is an in-depth analysis of one of the most complex characters ever written.
Evaluate Lady Macbeth: was she completely evil? Support your answer. This is an in-depth analysis of one of the most complex characters ever written.
Some believe that Lady Macbeth acted as a man (according to what she thought a man was). Support or refute this statement with examples.
Describe and evaluate the relationship between Macbeth and Lady Macbeth. Use specific examples. How does their relationship impact the story?
Blood plays a role in the play. Find three examples where blood is mentioned and analyze them. Why is blood such and important motif?
Explain the line "Fair is foul, and foul is fair" that the witches chant. What role does paradox play in Macbeth?
The essay is worth 50pts and is due at the end of the period Wednesday.
1. The three witches told Macbeth his fate. Did the events in Macbeth’s life occur because of the witches’ prophecy or because of the choices he made? Is it a bit of both? What caused Macbeth to fall: Fate or Free Will?
2. How does Macbeth apply to us today? Well, first of all, the play is a good story. It talks about ambition, murders, spirits, witches, and other entertaining subjects. But the reason Macbeth is still loved today is that its themes are still applicable to us. Many people can identify with Macbeth. Analyze the play’s relevance to us using a modern story, movie, or a historic figure as a comparison. You must fully explore how the themes/characters apply.
Evaluate Macbeth: was he a good or bad person? Support your answer. This is an in-depth analysis of one of the most complex characters ever written.
Evaluate Lady Macbeth: was she completely evil? Support your answer. This is an in-depth analysis of one of the most complex characters ever written.
Some believe that Lady Macbeth acted as a man (according to what she thought a man was). Support or refute this statement with examples.
Describe and evaluate the relationship between Macbeth and Lady Macbeth. Use specific examples. How does their relationship impact the story?
Blood plays a role in the play. Find three examples where blood is mentioned and analyze them. Why is blood such and important motif?
Explain the line "Fair is foul, and foul is fair" that the witches chant. What role does paradox play in Macbeth?
The essay is worth 50pts and is due at the end of the period Wednesday.
Friday, April 4, 2008
Thursday we completed the following assignment in class and discussed the results:
Pgs 63-64
Provide a line for each of the 3 prophecies. Macbeth doesn’t appear too worried after he hears the prophecies. Provide a line that shows this.
Pg 66
Provide a line that explains what Macbeth wants done to Macduff and his family. Why does he want this done?
Why is scene 2 included in the play?
Pgs 63-64
Provide a line for each of the 3 prophecies. Macbeth doesn’t appear too worried after he hears the prophecies. Provide a line that shows this.
Pg 66
Provide a line that explains what Macbeth wants done to Macduff and his family. Why does he want this done?
Why is scene 2 included in the play?
Tuesday, April 1, 2008
Today we viewed Act 3 scene 4 of Macbeth. This is the scene with Banquo's ghost. The students completed the following assignment in class.
Pgs 103
Examine Macbeth’ and Lady Macbeth’s behavior in this scene. How is Macbeth reacting? Provide a line for support. How is Lady Macbeth reacting? Provide a line for support.
Explain the symbolism of Banquo’s ghost. Why does this scene exist?
How do Macbeth’s facial expressions reveal his emotions in the film?
Pgs 103
Examine Macbeth’ and Lady Macbeth’s behavior in this scene. How is Macbeth reacting? Provide a line for support. How is Lady Macbeth reacting? Provide a line for support.
Explain the symbolism of Banquo’s ghost. Why does this scene exist?
How do Macbeth’s facial expressions reveal his emotions in the film?
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