Chapter 10 - Alfred's Mood

After reading chapter 10, complete the following:

1) In 1 sentence, describe Alfred's mood.
2) Find 3 passages (direct quotes) from the chapter that show how Alfred is feeling.

The Contender-Ch. 8 Summary

Write a 4 sentence summary for Chapter 8. (Don't forget to name it!!)

The Contender - Ch. 7 Summary

Write a summary for chapter 7......Begin the summary with these three sentences:

Ch. 7 - Alfred's Busy Day
The main idea of chapter 7 is that Alfred is beginning to have hope through boxing.  The chapter begins with Alfred and Henry going to see Willie Streeter's match at Madison Square Garden.  Alfred was nervous because he had never been to an event like this, but he relaxed a bit when they found their seats with Jelly Belly.  (Finish the summary in 5 more sentences)

The Contender - Ch. 6 Summary

Write an 8 sentence summary on Chapter 6 in The Contender according to the Summary Checklist.

The Contender-Chapter 5 Summary

Write a summary of Chapter 5 using the "Summary Checklist" format.  Be sure to give the chapter a name.

The Contender - Summary - Ch. 4

Using your Summary Checklist, write a summary of Chapter 4.

Alfred's Choices-The Contender

Donatelli tells Alfred in Chapter 3 what it will take to become "A Contender".  What are THREE things that Mr. Donatelli tells Alfred that will help him in make it?  Use the following TS to get you started.

TS:  Mr. Donatelli helps Alfred make choices that lead to Alfred being a successful boxer.  
SD:  The first thing that Mr. Donatelli says to help Alfred is..."NEED QUOTE from book" (Lipsyte 24).
Elab:  

SD:
Elab:

SD:
Elab:

Closer: 

Sports Drinks

http://kellygallagher.org/resources/AoW%2012_12%20Sports%20Drinks.pdf


While you read the article, do # 1 and 2 from directions below.  After that, do #3.

Directions:
1. Mark your confusion (highlight, underline).
2. Show evidence of a close reading. Mark up the text with questions and/or comments in the side columns.
3. Type a one-page reflection on ONE of the questions below (double spaced) and post to blog.  In your response, you should include at least 3 quotes from the article.


• Do you think sports drinks help your performance? Why? Why not?
• Watch a Gatorade commercial on Youtube and analyze the claims it makes.
• Do you agree that sports drinks are “oversold” and “over-hyped”? Explain.

Obligation (Quote Blending) in Orca Book

When is obligation demonstrated in your book?  Answer this in the following format: TS, SD, Elab, SD, Elab, SD, Elab, Closer.  Use "Quote Blending" in your supporting details. Hint: Find the VERB and begin with that action.  Here is an example:

TS: Obligation is demonstrated in the book Playing for Pizza.

SD: One example where obligation is demonstrated is when Rick "kicked it up a notch to impress [the Italians]" during his first practice with the Parma Panthers (Grisham 77).

Elab: This shows obligation because Rick felt like he needed to prove that he was not above the team and that he was able and willing to work hard just like everyone else.

"Fake it 'till you Become It"

http://www.ted.com/talks/amy_cuddy_your_body_language_shapes_who_you_are.html

After viewing Amy Cuddy's TED talk, answer the following question:

How does the quote "Fake it 'till you Become It" apply to life? 

Use the following format with EXPANDED ELABORATION:  TS, SD, Elab, SD, Elab, SD, Elab, Closer

EOS Final

After finishing your independent reading book, write about the Elements of Story.  Each should contain the "vocabulary" that we talked about in class (ex. Act I, The Fall of the Hero, Flat, Internal, etc.)

Good Restaurants

What are the main features of a good restaurant?  Use the following format:  TS, SD, Elab, SD, Elab, SD, Elab, Closer.  Make sure you expand on your elaboration (extra sentence).

The Clues to a Great Story

After watching the TED Talk from Andrew Stanton, write about the following:

What stories (TV Shows, Books, Movies) are your favorites? What "Clues" from the TED Talk do your favorites have?

Clues to a Great Story
1. Gives you a "promise" that you will be hearing a good story (Hook)
2. Has an absence of information that the audience has to solve (2+2)
3. Has a character with "spine" or a strong, likable personality
4. Has a strong theme
5. Envokes "Wonder" or changes your thinking on something

Reading Conference #1

1. Write one full paragraph Think back to when you were just starting this book. You probably had some expectations, some predictions for what would happen. How accurate have those predictions been? What has surprised you?
2. Write one full paragraph What do you think about as you read (specifically with this book). Is it a challenge for you to understand what is happening? Are you making predictions in your head? Do you visualize the characters? Do you read different characters in different voices? Do you race to get to the end of the page/chapter/book? Have you ever lost track of time while reading?
3. Write one full paragraph and include a link Find a news story where a real person has a conflict similar to the person in your book. If you are reading something sci-fi, fantasy, or otherwise, consider the core of the internal conflict of your protagonist... what is s/he feeling/going through? Provide a link to the story and explain how your character is similar or dissimilar to the people in the news story. Be prepared to discuss the similarities and differences.

Qualities of a Good Friend

What are the most important qualities of a good friend?  Answer using the following format:  TS, SD, Elab, SD, Elab, SD, Elab, Closer.

Awesome!!

http://www.ted.com/talks/lang/en/neil_pasricha_the_3_a_s_of_awesome.html

After watching this TED Talk, answer the following:

What are some AWESOME things in your life?  Answer using the following format: TS, SD, Elab, SD, Elab, SD, Elab, Closer. 

Orca Books-Elements of Story

Comment on the Elements of Story from the Orca Book that you recently finished reading.  Remember to include specific terms, for example: the complication, static/dynamic, macro/micro, etc. 

Perfect Pizza!!

What makes a perfect pizza?  Use the following format in your essay: TS, SD, Elab, SD, Elab, SD, Elab, Closer.

Elements of Story - The Passenger

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OGW0aQSgyxQ

After viewing The Passenger, explain the Elements of Story as it relates to the short film.

Favorite Teacher

Think back...If you had to pick a favorite teacher, who would it be?  Give at least 3 reasons why that teacher was your favorite (in detail!).

Final Blog

Independent Book Essay-List two major choices the main character has made so far and the page number this choice is on. 
Do you agree with the choices that he/she made?  Why? 
What would you have done in his circumstances?  Why? 
What do these choices say about the main character?  Why?
Take your time on this and do a nice job, like I know you are capable of doing!

Messenger Blog

Messenger Blog

Part 1: List one major choice Ed has made so far and the page number this choice is on.  Do you agree with the choice that he made?  What would you have done in his circumstances?

Part 2: Think of and list a major choice you have made in your life.  How may this choice change your life in a negative and/or positive way?  If you were faced with the same decision would you make the same choice again?  Why?

Independent Book Blog

First I want you to write a one paragraph summary of what happened in your book so far.  Then, answer one of the following questions based on the main character in your book.  Did the main character’s choices to this point in the book change his/her life?  How did his/her choices to this point in the book reveal his/her character?  How do circumstances shape the choices he/she faces?

Restate the question in the topic sentence (TS), and then come up with two or more specific examples to support your thinking from the book.  List page numbers to show where you found this information in the book.  Use TS, SD, Elab, SD, Elab, and a closer.

"I Am The Messenger"
Answer one of the following questions based on Ed in the book, I Am the Messenger.”  How did Ed’s choices he made to this point in the book change his life?  How did Ed’s choices to this point in the book reveal his character?  How do circumstances shape the choices Ed faces?

Restate the question in the topic sentence, and then come up with two or more specific examples to support your thinking from the book.  Please list page numbers to show where you found this information in the book.

ESPN-The Caffeine Loaded Drinks Debate

This is a touchy topic for most teenagers.  After watching the video answer the following questions.  If you are not sure of the first question use examples from the video or look it up on the internet.  If you answer yes to question number two, then you must answer question number three was well.  Please construct one solid paragraph for each answer. 

http://sports.espn.go.com/espn/e60/news/story?id=5726418

1.      How does the choice to use these energy drink products affect your health?

2.      Should kids (people under the age 18) be allowed to buy and consume energy drinks after watching the video?

3.      If yes, should they be limited on the number they can buy/consume or is it up to the person to limit themselves?  Why?

http://kellygallagher.org/resources/AoW%2032%20New%20Technology.pdf

A lot of technology-Is this good or bad?
Based on the new technology article link, look at the pros and cons of the new technology we explored in class.  Have humans gone too far with technology or do you think we have not gone far enough and this is only the beginning?  Answer the question will this technology be helpful to humans or will the cons of it out-weigh the pros? 

Jeff Bezos, founder of Amazon

http://www.ted.com/talks/lang/en/jeff_bezos_gifts_vs_choices.html

Based on the above TED talk and class discussions answer the following questions.  Explain what the following statement means: “Our character is not reflected by the gifts given to us at birth, but by choices we make over a course of a lifetime.”  Give examples of gifts and choices in your life Jeff Bezos may be talking about.  Use TS, and SD, ELAB for each example.  You need one or more examples of gifts and chioces in your life.

Levels of success/Mexican fishing short story

After reading the story of the Mexican fishing story and the levels of success one can achieve in their life, answer the following questions. At what level of success are you aiming your goals towards?  Do you want to merely become wealthy, be a "winner," or do you want to make a difference in the world?  Explain your position using examples from your goals and your real life experiences.  use at least two examples to back up your thinking.

Good vs. Evil

What makes us (humans) good or evil?  Use evidence and stories from the article to explain.  Use the words "moral" and "empathy"

Chapter 1 - Manuel V. Scott

What were the most important points that you took away from chapter 1?  Explain using details, quotes, or stories from the text.

The Trayvon Martin Killing

http://kellygallagher.org/resources/AoW%2029%20Trayvon%20Martin.pdf

Find 3 more articles on Trayvon Martin.  Highlight and annotate important information.  After that, answer the following question:

What do you think should happen next in this case?  Explain your prediction using evidence from the articles.

T3 Exam - Heroism Essay

What did you learn about yourself and others as it relates to Heroism? Use Essential Questions and Characteristics of Heroism in your response in the following format:  TS, SD, Elab, SD, Elab, SD, Elab, Closer.

Antibiotic Overuse

What can be done to stop us from heading into a "post-antibiotic era"? (when antibiotics don't work anymore).  Use evidence from the text to back up your thoughts.

The Fragile Teenage Brain

http://kellygallagher.org/resources/AoW%2019%20Fragile%20Brains.pdf

After reading the article, answer this question:   As a parent, would you let your child play football? Why? Why not?

School Slave

After reading the short story School Slave, answer this question:  What characteristics make Ryan a hero?  Use examples from the story to explain.  It should be written in this format:  TS, SD, Elab, SD, Elab, SD, Elab, Closer.

Brotherly Love

After reading the memoir Brotherly Love, answer the following: (1 paragraph each)

1 - Why was Jessica's brother, Adolfo, a hero?  Use examples from the story.

2 - Describe a time in your life when someone helped you through a tough time.

The Making of a Commando

What Essential Questions of Heroism does The Making of a Commando answer?  Use significant sentences from the article to show what questions are answered.  You need at least three quotes from the article.

Boatlift - 9/11

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=18lsxFcDrjo

After watching Boatlift, think about this question: "A hero is a man who does what he can."  In your blog, answer this question as it relates to the video.  Use Heroism Characteristics to explain how the boat captains were heroes.  TS, SD, Elab, SD, Elab, SD, Elab, Closer.

Jeremy Lin - Hero

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/1066857-knicks-jeremy-lin-lights-up-the-world-from-toronto-to-taiwan

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F0KuumyaKCU

After reading the article and watching the news broadcast, use the Essential Questions to comment on how Jeremy Lin is a hero. Use evidence from what you read and watched to support your writing.

Steve Jobs - Hero

• Are heroes made or born?
• What qualities make a person a hero in our culture?
• What is the difference between a celebrity and a hero?
• How do heroes impact our society?
• How do heroes view themselves?

After watching the video, choose one of these questions and respond to it as it relates to Steve Jobs. Use information from his speech and background information to build your argument.

http://www.ted.com/talks/lang/en/steve_jobs_how_to_live_before_you_die.html

Rescue at Niagra Falls

After watching the following video clip, answer this question:


What characteristics of a hero did Gary display?  Answer in the following format:  TS, SD, Elab, SD, Elab, SD, Elab, Closer.


http://www.godvine.com/Heroic-Rescue-Workers-Save-a-Man-at-Niagara-Falls-932.html

Black Hawk Down

How are the soldiers in Black Hawk Down portrayed as heroes?  You can use details from the article or the movie trailer.  Answer using the following format:  TS, SD, Elab, SD, Elab, SD, Elab, Closer.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tnV6wM-vd9s

Impact on Society - James Jones

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o5xiqPa2xQk

One of our Essential Questions is "How do heroes impact our society?"  Watch the video above and answer the following:

How does James Jones impact our society?  Answer using this format:  TS, SD, Elab, SD, Elab, SD, Elab, Closer

Marine Misconduct

http://news.yahoo.com/blogs/envoy/pentagon-condemns-alleged-marine-misconduct-graphic-video-170756596.html

After viewing this video about Marine misconduct, answer the following questions:

1.  Is every soldier, fire fighter, or police officer a hero?  Why or why not?

2.  What makes a heroic soldier, fire fighter or police officer?  Answer in the following format:  TS, SD, Elab, SD, Elab, SD, Elab, Closer

Heroism - Navy SEALS

After reading "Warriors for the 21st Century", answer the following question:

What qualities make the NAVY SEALS heroes?  You need at least 3. Explain using the following format: TS, SD, Elab, SD, Elab, SD, Elab, Closer

Conformity

After viewing the episode of "The Twilight Zone" - The Eye of the Beholder, choose a theme and write an essay in the following format:  TS, SD, Elab, SD, Elab, SD, Elab, Closer.


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dlRXV-WTZ2E&feature=BFa&list=PLC4010DA7BCA6E164&lf=results_video

Decisions, decisions...

View the following TED Talk and answer the following questions:

http://www.ted.com/talks/lang/en/dan_ariely_asks_are_we_in_control_of_our_own_decisions.html

• Do you trust yourself to make decisions that are in your best interest?
• Tell a story about a decision you made that was the wrong decision because you didn't see things clearly.
• Tell a story about a person you know who was unable to see the world clearly.  Explain the situation from their perspective & the way itreally happened.

The Man Box

• How do you see sexism in your daily life?  
• How are males expected to behave in relation women?
• How should men treat women?
• How should women treat men?

http://www.ted.com/talks/lang/en/tony_porter_a_call_to_men.html

After viewing the TED Talk, respond to the questions above.