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the author’s feelings. is expected with what actually happens. Consider how this irony affects the theme, or insight into life. Analyze symbols and what each represents. Consider if the symbol has a positive or negative connotation or both. Explain, cite examples from the text. Compare a traditional children’s story with that of the bachelor in “The Storytelller.” Select a story, note similarities in character types or pattern of events; state the theme of each, identifying similarities or differences; evaluate the effectiveness of Saki’s twist on traditional tales. and how each brings a different perspective to that topic. Identify theme and examples from the text that best reflect the theme. Consider and respond to questions from others. Write strong sentences by combining, using compound elements, writing compound sentences, and/or using subordination. Revise and edit to correct errors in spelling, grammar, and punctuation. on using commas correctly and maintaining consistent verb tense. Differentiate between forms of persuasive writing including: persuasive or argumentative essays, speeches, editorials, op-ed pieces, letters to the editor, reviews, advertisements, propaganda *Conduct research to learn about how a particular ethnic group, i.e. Native American, passages its heritage on from one generation to the next. Contrast the group’s traditions as they existed in the past and present. Consult primary sources and history and online sources. Identify your sources. Create a multimedia presentation about the history of surveying and how early methods could have led to error. Include graphics to illustrate key concepts and conclude with revelations about sense of belonging and place. Share findings in a multimedia presentation. *Write a formal persuasive essay using information from “Tutoring Benefits…” to convince seniors to tutor. State a precise claim; provide reasons and evidence, citing the The Brief Wondrous Life of Oscar Wao by Junot Diaz/1010L Comma, semicolon, colon, quotation mark, hyphen, dash, ellipsis. parantheses Literary nonfiction: Narration, exposition, argument, reflection, explanatory Nonfiction narratives: Personal, biographical blogs, journal entries, eyewitness accounts, memoirs Poetry: Ballad, descriptive essay, free haiku, lyric poem, prose poem, sonnet Sound devices: Rhyme, rhythm, repetition, meter, alliteration, assonance, consonance,
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