English 10: Jan 24-28

Greetings Sophomores,
Since we have missed so much time with weather issues, it's important that we not waste any time for the next few weeks. I expect you to come to class prepared and ready to work.
This week we will begin gathering sources for our research papers. As you know, your topic were due on the 24, and some of you have yet to submit them.

It is imparative that you have a topic if you are to finish your works consulted sheet in a timely fashion. I will be reviewing with you the instructions and requirements for the works consulted sheet and notecards. Don't forget to consult my Moodle for due dates and to upload completed assignments. I have added a place to upload your completed works consulted sheet, which is due Feb. 3/4.

We will also begin a rigourous preparation for the AHSGE. Grammar topics to be reviewed include the following:

1. Parallel Stucture
2. Active and Passive Voice
3. Agreement (Subject/Verb and Pronoun/Antecedent)
4. Fragments and Runons
5. Commonly Confused Words

Expect more grammar review over the next few weeks.
Reading review will include the following:

1. Finding the Main Idea
2. Reading for Details, Patters, and Meaning
3. Making Inferences
4. Drawing Conclusions
5. Making Generalizations, Predictions and Summaries
6. Fact vs. Opinion
7. and Analyzing Literature

We will also continue our literature study of the Puritans' poetry, sermons, and historical significance.

See you in class,

Mrs. SO