Mrs. Staab English 135 Lesson Plans Week of 12/07/2009 ‐ 12/11/2009
Standards:
Apply word analysis and vocabulary skills. Recognize word structure and meaning. (1A) Apply reading strategies to improve understanding and fluency. (1B)
Understand how literary elements and techniques are used to convey meaning. (2A) Read and interpret a variety of literacy works. (2B) Use grammar, spelling, punctuation, capitalization and structure. (3A) Communicate ideas in writing to accomplish a variety of purposes. (3C) Objectives‐
I Can: 1) figure out the meaning of new words by using context clues 2) identify how authors reveal the personality of a character explicitly and implicitly 3) explain the sequence of events (plot) in a narrative 4) write to communicate my ideas and understanding Monday, December 7, 2009 1) Bellringer‐ Comprehension quiz on “ The Odyssey” 2) Vocabulary quiz # 4 Tuesday, December 8, 2009 1) Bellringer‐ SSR 2) Introduce and demonstrate “The Odyssey” project 3) Discuss direct and indirect characterization and complete handout Wednesday, December 9, 2009 1) Bellringer‐ SSR 2) Start reading part 4 of “ The Odyssey” p.885‐896 and take notes Thursday, December 10, 2009 1) Bellringer‐ SSR 2) Continue reading part 4 of “ The Odyssey” completing handout Friday, December 11, 2009 1) Bellringer‐ SSR 2) Students to work on “ The Odyssey” project
3) Homework: finish project and be ready to present on Monday Resources (Materials/ Texts/ Visuals/ Technology): Computer LCD Projector Literature textbook Language textbook Handouts Assessment: Student participation Grammar Student Interactive Notebooks Mrs. Staab Name:__________________________ English 135 Date:___________________________ “ The Odyssey” Part 3 pgs: 872‐883 Direction: Read each example of characterization below and write whether the characterization is direct or indirect. Then explain what is revealed about the character from the characterization. Character Characterization Direct or Indirect? Description Telemachus Then Lord Odysseus Direct Telemachus is fearful
reappeared‐and his son was thunderstruck Athena Odysseys noticed her; so did the dogs who cowered whimpering away from her. Odysseus Held back too long, the tears ran down his cheeks as he embraced his son. Penelope And he replied: “ My lady, never a man in the wide world should have a fault to find with you. Your name has gone out under heaven. With guile Odysseus drew away, then said: “ A pity that you have more looks than heart.” Antinous Predict: Now that Odysseus’s journey seems to be over, what do you think might happen next? Explain. __________________________________________________________________________________
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__________________________________________________________________________________ Mrs. Staab Name:__________________________ English 135 Date:___________________________ “ The Odyssey” Part 4 pgs: 886‐895 How would you describe the level of suspense at this point in the story? p.886 Why does Telemachus leave the battle? p.889 Do you think this was an act of bravery? If the outcome of the battle is foregone conclusion, is the battle truly climatic? p.890 Why does Odysseus smile when he hears Penelope’s speech? p.892 How is Homer introducing rising tension? p.892 How does Odysseus respond to Penelope’s suggestion that the maid move the bed outside the bedchamber? p.894 How have Odysseus’s adventures shaped his character? Do you believe that Odysseus’e desire for revenge is common in society today? Explain using direct examples and page references from the text. _______________________________________________________________________________
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