Monday, April 25, 2016

ATTWN 225-259

April 25, 2016

E.Q: Identify the theme of ATTWN without any scaffolding.
I can identify the theme of ATTWN without scaffolding. 

Starter: 

Reflect on the Quote

Do you agree or disagree with this quote? Explain.
Then, relate this quote to ideas present in ATTWN.

Vocabulary:
Word: Justice 
Part of Speech: (noun)
Dictionary Definition; just behavior or treatment.
Your Definition:
Activity: Do you believe that the killer in ATTWN is actually seeking justice? Explain.

Activity:

1.  Chunked Reading 

With a partner, read through pages 243-259
For each smaller chapter write a 1-2 sentence summary. (Ch 15, I-IV).

Consider the characterization of the characters.
Analyze the pattern that is present.

2.  Theme Soundtrack

With your partner, identify the theme that is present in the story.
You may want to visit your Cornell notes on identifying theme from Beowulf.

Theme Litmus Test 
Is the theme supported by evidence from the work itself?
 Are all the author’s choices of plot, character, conflict, and tone controlled by this theme? 

Then based on your theme, create a soundtrack that has 5 songs with the similar theme.
Write a 2-3 sentence explanation of the song and how it relates to the theme of ATTWN.

Closure:

Using the learning target, how confident do you feel identifying theme?


Homework 
Read pages 261-300


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