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10/31/2009

Activities for week nine 11/2 - 11/6 - 2009

As we finish the First Quarter most of you have done a nice job. So, finish this quarter strong understanding this truth: spectacular achievement comes from unspectacular preparation. There are no standing ovations for studying or doing homework, just self-respect, and higher scores. Finally please make sure you check your grade on Aeries, and if you are not sure about something please see me.

Monday 11/2
1. Review Tests
2. Grade Notebooks (absolute deadline)
3. Finish Reading Guides (homework)
4. Read
Fahrenheit 451 (homework)

Tuesday 11/3
1. Review and Grade Vocabulary Cards
2. Discuss Reading Guides in Groups
3. Read Fahrenheit 451 (homework)
4. Study

Wednesday 11/4
1. Review and Grade Reading Guides
2. Setting, Inference, Conflict Worksheets (homework)
3. Review and Study

Thursday 11/5
1. Fahrenheit 451 Test
2. Vocabulary Pretest and Bingo
3. Work on Setting, Inference, Conflict worksheets (homework)

Friday 11/6
1. Vocabulary Seven Test
2. Practice CAHSEE Test
3. Finish Worksheets (homework)

"Men are alike in their promises. It is only in their deeds that they differ."

Who said this, what does it mean, and where are you in your deeds? In MLA format type the answers to these questions in a well written paragraph blending your answers into a cohesive paper. Extra Credit *** Due by Tuesday!