"The Sound of Silence" by Paul Simon / Quiz 4 and Essay prep

Grade 12

• Went over the new rules. See last post.
• Reviewed "Poem on an Underground Wall" from beginning to end. Discussed imagery, and underlying meaning through the lens of the hero journey.
• Introduced "The Sound of Silence." Students had time to read it through and begin annotating. Tomorrow they will review, modify annotations and then discuss their own interpretations in groups.
• If time, they will write a response paper on their thoughts regarding this poem. (1-1 1/2 pages handwritten single spaced.) Due Wednesday.

Grade 10

• Went over quiz for Act IV.
• Began planning the exam essay.
• Multiple choice exam tomorrow.