Thursday, March 27, 2014

Friday, MArch 29 -

Objective: By the end of class, students will analyze short fiction and evaluate how the elements affect interpretation in order to distinguish between what is real(non-fiction) and what is made-up (fiction).

DO NOW

Summerize the story, "And of Clay we are Made" so far. Make a prediction of what is going to happen next.

Direct Instruction

Read conclusion of story - pages 264-267.

Guided / Independent

1. Create a plot structure for this story: provide the basic situation, at least three rising action events, the climax, one falling action event and the resolution.

2. Evaluate the outcome of this story. Were u surprised? Evaluate the characters 'feelings - how does Rolf feel? How does the narrator feel? (provide evidence from text)

3.  How does the author use elements of fiction and figurative language to help the reader understand how the narrator feels at the end. Be sure to cite examples from the text.

4. What might be a potential THEME of this story? In other words, what is the author's message in telling this story?

Closure 

Review work of fiction and prelude to nonfiction noting potential similarities and differences.

Exit PAss

What element of fiction might be most similar in the non fiction piece? Setting, character, plot or point of view and why?

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