Discussed the importance of a strong thesis statement in the intro of an essay. A thesis statement defines an essay's conclusion and provides the focal point for each body paragraph. An essay without a tightly focused thesis statement will be vague and tend to wander.
In class journal: "What is the theme of "The Six Swans?" Write an intro pragraph with a strong thesis statement.
Distributed "The Language of the Birds". The story was read and annotated in class. Symbols, metaphors, hero journey elements and atonement with the father.
Dead Poets essay due Monday!
Grade 10
Repeated the discussion of the importance of the thesis statement as above.
Discussed chapter 9 with attention to the literary elements foreshadowing, symbolism and imagery.
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