SPEAK - Homework Assignments 2014(Revised)
All discussion questions must be answered in complete sentences, double-spaced, typed w/class heading, (no handwritten responses!) and must be the required number of paragraphs (see individual assignments)For full credit, you must also use textual references gathered from your daily readings and summary sheets.
Assigned on Class Date –2/11
Homework - Discussion Questions (7 sent. Minimum each question)– Due 2/12 (typed) TYPE THE QUESTION FIRST AND THEN YOUR RESPONSE
- Examine the meaning of “clans” and why they are important in school (jocks, country clubbers, idiot savants, cheerleaders, human waste, Eurotrash, Future fascists of America, Big Hair Chix, the Marthas, Suffering artists)
- What is Mr. Freeman’s approach to teaching?
Assigned on Class Date – 2/12
Homework - Discussion Questions (7 sent. Minimum each question)– due 2/13 (typed) TYPE THE QUESTION FIRST AND THEN YOUR RESPONSE
- What do you think about the “first ten lies they tell you in high school”?
- Explain Melinda’s descriptions of each teacher and what these explanations really mean. (refer to your reading summary sheet)
- What is Melinda’s home life like?
Assigned on Class Date 2/132/18
Homework (Artwork) – Due 2/14 2/19 - Create a caricature of one of Melinda’s teachers (caricature – imitation, impersonation, a representation of a person that is exaggerated for comic effect) based on Melinda’s descriptions of them.
Your picture must be on 8 ½ by 11” paper, be in color, and must be labeled with the teacher’s name. (examples will be shown in class) All pictures drawn in b/w or pencil will not receive any credit. Please use white construction paper supplied.
Melinda’s Teachers:
Mr. Freeman: art; compassionate and helpful; reaches out and offers encouragement to Melinda
Hairwoman: English; so-named because of uncombed string hair drooping on her shoulders
Mr. Neck: social studies; speaks out against “reverse discrimination”, solid build, thick neck
Spanish: unnamed; teaching style includes charades
Ms. Keen: biology; large; dresses in garish clothing
Mr. Stetman: algebra
Principal Principal: head of Melinda’s school; authority figure not taken very seriously
Assigned on Class Date 2/142/19
Homework –First Amendment essay– due 2/21 2/25 - Is it ever acceptable to challenge teachers the way David Petrakis did?
This response will be graded as a quiz. (5 paragraphs/typed and double-spaced!) Please follow the rubric supplied in class.
Assigned on Class Date 2/18 2/20
Homework –Finish your definition sheet – due 2/242/26
Homework –First Amendment essay – due 2/21 2/25- Is it ever acceptable to challenge teachers the way David Petrakis did? (Quiz Grade)
Assigned on Class Date 2/19 2/21
Homework (Artwork) – due 2/202/22NOTE: After this homework is returned to you, it will become the COVER SHEET for your Speak Journals.
Think of one scene in the novel so far that has made a dramatic impact on you. Draw the scene on a piece of paper, color it, and include a one paragraph, typedexplanation of why this scene is important to the novel and what it means to you. Attach the paragraph to the bottom of the picture with tape or glue and be sure to include a heading at the top of the paragraph. (Refer to sample shown in class)
Homework – Speak Vocabulary sheet– due 2/24 2/26
Homework–First Amendment essay – due 2/21 2/25 - Is it ever acceptable to challenge teachers the way David Petrakis did? (Quiz Grade)
Assigned on Class Date 2/212/24
Homework – Speak Vocabulary sheet– due 2/242/26
**DON’T FORGET – First Amendment essay due tomorrow – 2/212/25
Assigned on class date 2/212/25
Homework – Speak Vocabulary sheet– due 2/242/26
Homework -Discussion Question– due 2/242/26 (Three (3) paragraphs/typed/double-spaced)
What do report cards really say about students? Do you think your report card is an accurate assessment of who you really are and what you are capable of? Think about how Melinda viewed her report and decide if you agree or disagree with her.Be sure to use textual references to support your response to this prompt.
Assigned on Class Date 2/242/26
Homework - Speak vocabulary quiz – 2/26 2/28
Assigned on Class Date 2/25 2/27
Homework - Speak vocabulary quiz – 2/26 2/28
Assigned on Class Date 2/262/28
Journals – due 3/3 3/5– see Journal sheet for requirements (test grade)
Assigned on Class Date 2/27 3/3
Journals – due 3/33/5– see Journal sheet for requirements (test grade)
Assigned on Class Date2/283/4
Journals – due 3/3 3/5– see Journal sheet for requirements (test grade)
End of Novel Essay - Quiz grade (take home) – Due 3/5 3/7(typed/double-spaced)Hand in with Speak folder.
CLASS DATES 3/3 AND 3/4 3/5 and 3/6
SPEAK – THE MOVIE – Starring Kristen Stewart
End of Novel Essay - Quiz grade (take home) – Due 3/5 3/7 (typed/double-spaced) Hand in with Speak folder.