1. Multiple Perspectives in History due by the end of the second period Tuesday, April 24th.
As part of your multiple perspectives unit, you are asked to use the examples provided to respond to this this inquiry question:
Using examples from The story of the Three Little Pigs, told from the Wolf's perspective, Same facts; two historical perspectives, The Sentry by Fredric Brown and this this image, what are some ways we can determine from whose perspective a story is being told? Provide multiple examples to support your response and create a picture or design that reflects a theme in your response.
You will be assessed based on your ability to show from which perspective a story is being told. Your reflection should be at least 250 words and include multiple examples drawn from the resources provided to back up your responses.
Consider: Who is telling the story? How can you tell?
Areas to consider:
When reading text, how does the author represent his or her group? How are other groups represented? What language is used by the author to describe his group and that of other groups?
In an image, who is the focus of the picture? What group does this person belong to? What details show that this group is the focus and shown in a positive way? What details show that other groups are given less attention and/or are shown in a more negative light?
Reflection starter: Some ways we can determine from whose perspective a story is being told is through examining the language and the focus of a story or image. For example, in the image above you can see.. . Similarly, on the left you can see that..... In a similar way in the story the Sentry we know who is writing the story because.... The author states, " "describing the aliens as " ". This is also true in the story of the Dust Bowl where in one instance the event is described as " ".
2. Second Novel Study Reflection Due Wednesday, April 25th.
To bring some more structure to our novel study, you are asked to increase your reflection to a minimum of 250-300 words. The emphasis is provide a deep reflection and strong supporting evidence to back up your insights. To help guide your reflection you are asked to respond to a specific powerful question. This can be one you generate or come from ones used as discussion questions. A strong reflection question is one that:
- engages a major theme in the novel (e.g., the nature of friendship, the dark side of human nature)
- asks you to give a personal opinion on an issue. For example, the questions below asks the writer to consider whether we as humans have an inner savage that is only kept under control by the rules and norms of civilization. Without this we would become barbaric and treat each other cruelly.
- Is a question that goes beyond the novel where you can use experiences in your own life and other things you have read or seen to respond to the question.
In order to back up your insights you are asked to provide supporting details from various sources including the novel itself, experiences you have had, or things you have read about or heard about in the news and media. Here is an example of what I am looking for:
Reflection question: In what ways does Jack's hunting mask reveal the author's understanding of human nature? Is this view of human nature accurate?
One of the passages in the book that really spoke to me was as follows: "He knelt, holding the shell of water. A rounded patch of sunlight fell on his face and a brightness appeared in the depths of the water. He looked in astonishment, no longer at himself but at an awesome stranger. He spilt the water and leapt to his feet, laughing excitedly. Beside the mere, his sinewy body held up a mask that drew their eyes appalled them. He began to dance and his laughter became a bloodthirsty snarling. He capered towards Bill and the mask was a thing on its own, behind which Jack hid, liberated from shame and self-consciousness" (p. 56, Lord of the Flies). I believe that the quote above speaks powerfully to me because of how it relates to the theme about the dark side of human nature, and it is a vital turning point in the story. The author states: ‘he began to dance and his laughter became a bloodthirsty snarling’, and I think that this shows that Jack is starting to turn savage and barbaric. The short excerpt above shows the authors view on human nature, that he believes that humans without structure, authority, and laws are ruthless and barbaric savages. In the beginning of the book, all the boys said they would have rules, and they started working together by making a fire. Eventually, the some of the boys discontinued their work, which was Jack’s choir that stopped tending the fire to go and hunt. Also, when Simon and Jack are building shelter, nobody else is helping, and they are just playing in the water, building sand castles. Jack starts getting preoccupied with the thought of hunting, and disregards that they need to tend the fire, and he brings along his choir to hunt. I think that Jack contrasts Ralph; Ralph represents civilization, that power should be used for a good use, that benefits everyone. Jack on the other hand represents savagery; that power is used in a horrible way, taking advantage of others, using others as servants to achieve his desires and for amusement, like Piggy.
One of the passages in the book that really spoke to me was as follows: "He knelt, holding the shell of water. A rounded patch of sunlight fell on his face and a brightness appeared in the depths of the water. He looked in astonishment, no longer at himself but at an awesome stranger. He spilt the water and leapt to his feet, laughing excitedly. Beside the mere, his sinewy body held up a mask that drew their eyes appalled them. He began to dance and his laughter became a bloodthirsty snarling. He capered towards Bill and the mask was a thing on its own, behind which Jack hid, liberated from shame and self-consciousness" (p. 56, Lord of the Flies). I believe that the quote above speaks powerfully to me because of how it relates to the theme about the dark side of human nature, and it is a vital turning point in the story. The author states: ‘he began to dance and his laughter became a bloodthirsty snarling’, and I think that this shows that Jack is starting to turn savage and barbaric. The short excerpt above shows the authors view on human nature, that he believes that humans without structure, authority, and laws are ruthless and barbaric savages. In the beginning of the book, all the boys said they would have rules, and they started working together by making a fire. Eventually, the some of the boys discontinued their work, which was Jack’s choir that stopped tending the fire to go and hunt. Also, when Simon and Jack are building shelter, nobody else is helping, and they are just playing in the water, building sand castles. Jack starts getting preoccupied with the thought of hunting, and disregards that they need to tend the fire, and he brings along his choir to hunt. I think that Jack contrasts Ralph; Ralph represents civilization, that power should be used for a good use, that benefits everyone. Jack on the other hand represents savagery; that power is used in a horrible way, taking advantage of others, using others as servants to achieve his desires and for amusement, like Piggy.
I think Jack reminds me of bullies in
everyday school; Jack teases Piggy to make himself look better, like a ‘cool
jock’ would in school. Those with power seem to often be the ones that most abuse this power by putting others down. For these people it makes them feel superior to others and they take pleasure in this. Similarly, in the story Jack tells Piggy to shut up when he is talking, and he
broke his specs. Overall, this I think this paragraph speaks out to me because
it seems like a key point in the book, and it shows how people turn into
savages when there is no authority. I don't think our own situation here is much different, without proper authority our community at CSS could just as easily descend into savagery and chaos.
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Level of insight and depth of reflection
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Reflection is in-depth and well considered. Viewpoints and interpretations are insightful and well thought out. Reflection is at least 250 words.
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Supporting Details
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Detailed examples drawn from the novel, your own life, and events in the world support your insights and viewpoints.
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This is a 4 because the writer effectively explores an essential question about the nature of power and bullying. The overall reflection is well thought out and insightful telling us something meaningful about the novel. As well the writer backs up their views with extended quotes from the book and experiences in her own life.
3. Vocabulary: You are responsible for knowing the following vocabulary for your novel. The links to the quizlet sites will help you.
Lord of the Flies vocabulary site:
http://quizlet.com/404/lord-of-the-flies-vocabulary-flash-cards/
The Hunger Games:
http://quizlet.com/6992743/the-hunger-games-vocabulary-list-flash-cards/
Of Mice and Men vocabulary site:
http://quizlet.com/1099563/of-mice-and-men-vocabulary-colloquialisms-flash-cards/
Half World:
Each person is to find 4 words in their chapter for this list.
Oryx and Crakes:
Choose 50 from the following:
Oryx and Crake Vocabulary List
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Ersatz: Being an imitation or a substitute, usually an inferior one; artificial
Talisman: An object marked with magic signs and believed to confer on its bearer supernatural powers or protection. / Something that apparently has magic power.
Cache: A hiding place used especially for storing provisions.
Topis : helmet worn for protection against sun and heat
Jute: a plant fiber used in making rope or sacks
Mitigate: To moderate (a quality or condition) in force or intensity; alleviate
Flotsam: Floating refuse or debris
Pedagogue: A schoolteacher; an educator
Soothsayer: One who claims to be able to foretell events or predict the future; a seer
Benevolent: Characterized by or suggestive of doing good.
Manticore: A legendary monster having the head of a man, the body of a lion, and the tail of a dragon or scorpion.
Dubious: Of questionable character
Basilisk: A legendary serpent or dragon with lethal breath and glance. /Any of various tropical American lizards of the genus Basiliscus, characterized by a crest on the head, back, and tail and the ability to run on the hind legs.
Stealth: The act of moving, proceeding, or acting in a covert way
Elusive: Difficult to define or describe
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Feral: Of or suggestive of a wild animal; savage
Tantalize: To excite (another) by exposing something desirable while keeping it out of reach
Mesozoic: Of, belonging to, or designating the era of geologic time that includes the Triassic, Jurassic, and Cretaceous periods and is characterized by the development of flying reptiles, birds, and flowering plants and by the appearance and extinction of dinosaurs
Dissolution: Decomposition into fragments or parts; disintegration
Zenith: The point of culmination; the peak
Condescend: To deal with people in a patronizingly superior manner
Forage: The act of looking or searching for food or provisions
Emulate: To strive to equal or excel, especially through imitation
Conjunction: The state of being joined
Atrophy: A wasting away, deterioration, or diminution
Intrepid: Resolutely courageous; fearless
Hoary: So old as to inspire veneration; ancient/ So old as to inspire veneration; ancient
Maxim: A succinct formulation of a fundamental principle, general truth, or rule of conduct
Deluge: Something that overwhelms as if by a great flood
Sluice: An artificial channel for conducting water, with a valve or gate to regulate the flow
Rivulet: A small brook or stream; a streamlet.
Amble: To walk slowly or leisurely; stroll
Pungent: Affecting the organs of taste or smell with a sharp acrid sensation.
Derelict: Neglectful of duty or obligation; remiss
Repine: To be discontented or low in spirits; complain or fret
Pastiche: A dramatic, literary, or musical piece openly imitating the previous works of other artists, often with satirical intent
Placid: Undisturbed by tumult or disorder; calm or quiet
Portico: A porch or walkway with a roof supported by columns, often leading to the entrance of a building.
Laconic: Using or marked by the use of few words; terse or concise.
Lassitude: A state or feeling of weariness, diminished energy, or listlessness
Drone: To speak in a monotonous tone
Filch: To take (something, especially something of little value) in a furtive manner; snitch
Ilk: Type or kind: can't trust people of that ilk.
Truncheon: A staff carried as a symbol of office or authority; a baton
Norn: Any of the three goddesses of fate in Norse myth
Serendipity: The faculty of making fortunate discoveries by accident.
Pibroch: A series of variations on a martial theme or traditional dirge for the highland bagpipes
Lubricious: Having a slippery or smooth quality/Shifty or tricky /Lewd; wanton/ Sexually stimulating; salacious
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Stoic: One who is seemingly indifferent to or unaffected by joy, grief, pleasure, or pain
Contingent: Dependent on conditions or occurrences not yet established
Queue: A line of waiting people or vehicles.
Voluble: easily rolling or turning : ROTATING
Exude: to ooze out
Impetuous: marked by impulsive vehemence or passion
Cretin: a stupid, vulgar, or insensitive person
Pedant: one who makes a show of knowledge b : one who is unimaginative or who unduly emphasizes minutiae in the presentation or use of knowledge
Jujube: an edible drupaceous fruit of any of several trees
Sere: being dried and withered
Rancid: having a rank smell or taste
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Vetch: any of a genus (Vicia) of herbaceous twining leguminous plants including some grown for fodder and green manure
Ingenious: showing or calling for intelligence, aptitude, or discernment
Deprave: to make bad : CORRUPT;
Luminescent: the low-temperature emission of light
Liturgy: a customary repertoire of ideas, phrases, or observances
Adulation: to flatter or admire excessively or slavishly
Verdant: green in tint or color
Vigilant: alertly watchful especially to avoid danger
Vestigial: a trace, mark, or visible sign left by something (as an ancient city or a condition or practice) vanished or lost
Mantid: from Mantis any of an order or suborder (Mantodea and especially family Mantidae) of large usually green insects that feed on other insects and clasp their prey in forelimbs held up as if in prayer
Hymenoptera: highly specialized insects with complete metamorphosis that include the bees, wasps, ants, ichneumon flies, sawflies, gall wasps, and related forms, often associate in large colonies with complex social organization
Filigree: ornamental work especially of fine wire of gold, silver, or copper applied chiefly to gold and silver surfaces
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Mephitic: a noxious, pestilential, or foul exhalation from the earth; also : STENCH
Metronome: an instrument designed to mark exact time by a regularly repeated tick
Mastitis: inflammation of the breast or udder usually caused by infection
Maudlin: drunk enough to be emotionally silly 2 : weakly and effusively sentimental
Espalier: plant (as a fruit tree) trained to grow flat against a support (as a wall)
Leitmotif: an associated melodic phrase or figure that accompanies the reappearance of an idea, person, or situation especially in a Wagnerian music drama 2 :a dominant recurring theme
Affable: being pleasant and at ease in talking to others
Alimentation: the act or process of affording nutriment or nourishment
Vex: to bring trouble, distress, or agitation to
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Coterie: an intimate and often exclusive group of persons with a unifying common interest or purpose
Prolific: marked by abundant inventiveness or productivity
Grouse: noun: bird; verb: complain
Cavort: to engage in extravagant behavior
Bereft: to deprive of something
Postulant: a person admitted to a religious order as a probationary candidate for membership
Canker: a source of corruption or debasement
Tectonics: a branch of geology concerned with the structure of the crust of a planet Cantilever: a projecting beam or member supported at only one end: as a: a bracket-shaped member supporting a balcony or a cornice
Dolorous: causing, marked by, or expressing misery or grief
Inchoate: being only partly in existence or operation; especially : imperfectly formed or formulated : FORMLESS
Sage: wise through reflection and experience b
Attrition: sorrow for one's sins that arises from a motive other than that of the love of God2 : the act of rubbing together : FRICTION; also : the act of wearing or grinding down by friction3 : the act of weakening or exhausting by constant harassment, abuse, or attack4 : a reduction in numbers usually as a result of resignation, retirement, or death
Chiaroscuro: the quality of being veiled or partly in shadow
Poultice: soft usually heated and sometimes medicated mass spread on cloth and applied to sores or other lesions
Aureole: a radiant light around the head or body of a representation of a sacred personage
Crepuscular: of, relating to, or resembling twilight : DIM
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Gestalt: a structure, configuration, or pattern of physical, biological, or psychological phenomena so integrated as to constitute a functional unit with properties not derivable by summation of its parts
Saturnine: cold and steady in mood : slow to act or change
Adamant: unshakable or immovable especially in opposition : UNYIELDING
Lodestone: 1 : magnetite possessing polarity 2 : something that strongly attracts
Troglodyte: a member of a primitive people dwelling in caves
Malaise: a vague sense of mental or moral ill-being
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Fissure: a narrow opening or crack of considerable length and depth usually occurring from some breaking or parting 2 a : a natural cleft between body parts or in the substance of an organ b : a break or slit in tissue usually at the junction of skin and mucous membrane 3 : a separation or disagreement in thought or viewpoint
Festoon: a carved, molded, or painted ornament representing a decorative chain
Carrion: dead and putrefying flesh; also : flesh unfit for food
Abattoir: SLAUGHTERHOUSE
Harangue: a ranting speech or writing
Synesthesia: a concomitant sensation; especially : a subjective sensation or image of a sense (as of color) other than the one (as of sound) being stimulated
Ardent: characterized by warmth of feeling typically expressed in eager zealous support or activity
Carp: to find fault or complain querulously
Denizen: INHABITANT
Helo: by shortening & alteration: HELICOPTER
Cudgel: a short heavy club
Extol: to praise highly : GLORIFY
Carte blanche: full discretionary power
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Mercenary: one that serves merely for wages; especially : a soldier hired into foreign service
Dibble: a small hand implement used to make holes in the ground for plants, seeds, or bulbs
Aphasia loss or impairment of the power to use or comprehend words usually resulting from brain damage
Enigma: something hard to understand or explain
Gat: archaic past of GET
Knell: to ring especially for a death, funeral, or disaster : TOLL to sound in an ominous manner or with an ominous effect
Alack: used to express sorrow or regret
Torque: a usually metal collar or neck chain worn by the ancient Gauls, Germans, and Britons: a native or subject of Great Britain
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Priapism: Persistent, usually painful erection of the penis, especially as a consequence of disease and not related to sexual arousal
Jackal: One who performs menial tasks for another.
Docile: easily led or managed : TRACTABLE
Aberration: unsoundness or disorder of the mind
Abject: sunk to or existing in a low state or condition
Sanctimonious: affecting piousness : hypocritically devout; also : indicative of affected piousness
Unguent: a soothing or healing salve : OINTMENT
Sumptuous: extremely costly, rich, luxurious, or magnificent
Salacious: arousing or appealing to sexual desire or imagination : LASCIVIOUS
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Suttee: the act or custom of a Hindu widow willingly being cremated on the funeral pyre of her husband as an indication of her devotion to him; also : a woman cremated in this way
Immolate: to offer in sacrifice; especially : to kill as a sacrificial victim 2 : to kill or destroy often by fire
Rogue: VAGRANT, TRAMP 2 : a dishonest or worthless person : SCOUNDREL 3 : a mischievous person : SCAMP
Pistic: Pure; genuine
Cerement : a shroud for the dead.
Prattle: to utter or make meaningless sounds suggestive of the chatter of children : BABBLE
Opsimath: a person who becomes a student or learner late in life
Concatenation: to link together in a series or chain
Grutch: obsolete : BEGRUDGE
Windlestraw: straw British : a dry thin stalk of grass
Laryngeal: of, relating to, or used on the larynx
Banshee: a female spirit in Gaelic folklore whose appearance or wailing warns a family that one of them will soon die
Woad: a European herb (Isatis tinctoria) of the mustard family formerly grown for the blue dyestuff yielded by its leaves
Masticate: grind or crush (food) with or as if with the teeth in preparation for swallowing : CHEW
Purblind: lacking in vision, insight, or understanding : OBTUSE
Frass: Etymology: German, insect damage, literally, eating away, from Old High German vrAz food, from frezzan to devour -- more at FRET : debris or excrement produced by insects
Morphology: a branch of biology that deals with the form and structure of animals and plants
