The Last Farm (Perspective & Relationships)

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Oh7sQ4hPnyk

After watching this short film, put yourself in each character's shoes and answer the following:

1)You are Lilja (the daughter).  What would you say to your father if you knew what he was planning?

2)You are Groa (the wife).  If you could communicate from the dead, what would you say to your husband?

3)You are the Old Man.  What did you say in your "suicide note"?  Begin with Dear Lilja,

Women in Combat

http://kellygallagher.org/resources/AoW%2012_13%2021%20Women%20in%20Combat.pdf

Read this article, then answer this question:

Do you support the allowance of women into combat positions? Explain using the following format:  TS, SD, Elab, SD, Elab, SD, Elab, Closer

Te'o Controversy - Relationships

http://abcnews.go.com/US/manti-teo-denies-faking-girlfriend-hoax-admits-tailored/story?id=18255156

Respond to the following questions:  

-How does this story fit with the "relationship" theme?

-What are some characteristics of a good relationship that they (Manti and Lennay) had?

-What are some characteristics of a good relationship that they were missing?

-Put yourself in Te'o's shoes...what would you have done?  Do you believe him?

Agree or Disagree - Legalize Pot?

http://kellygallagher.org/resources/AoW%2012_13%2019%20Marijuana%20health%20concerns.pdf

Read the article above and answer the following question:
Do you support the legalization of marijuana?  Why or why not? Explain using textural support (facts, quotes from the article).

Use this format:  TS, SD, Elab, SD, Elab, SD, Elab, Closer.

The Eye of the Beholder

How does the theme IDENTITY apply to the Twilight Zone episode The Eye of the Beholder?  Use the following structure for your essay response:  TS, SD, Elab, SD, Elab, SD, Elab, Closer.

There are two ways of looking at identity: Internal (how you see yourself), and External (how others see you)

In addition to the story details, consider these characters in your essay:
Ms. Tyler
Doctor
Nurse
President
Mr. Smith (guy at the end)

Theme (Movie and Book)

The Contender and Finding Forrester have many themes in common.  Choose ONE theme that you think fits the best for both of them.  Write a thematic essay that compares that theme in both the movie and the book. You should have 2 examples for each.

For example, if you choose friendship as a theme, you should have 2 examples from The Contender and 2 examples from Finding Forrester

Soda Linked to Depression

http://shine.yahoo.com/healthy-living/sweet-sodas-soft-drinks-may-raise-risk-depression-183000091.html

After reading this article, answer this question using support from the reading:

Do you believe that there is solid evidence that sodas cause depression? 

Answer using the following format:  TS, SD, Elab, SD, Elab, Closer 

The Contender - Essay Test

4-5 (minimum) sentences for each response.  DO NOT POST TO BLOG.  You will print out your responses and hand in when finished.

1. Discuss the friendship between Alfred and James. Consider its limitations as well as its history and future possibilities.

2. Analyze Spoon's character and his influence on Alfred. Refer to specifics of his life and to conversations between the two characters.

3. Discuss the role of racism in the novel. Try to include all aspects of the problem.

4. Define one of the major themes of the novel and discuss how Alfred's character relates to it.

5. Choose one specific setting in the novel and show in detail how Lipsyte uses imagery to develop mood.

6. If you could choose one character in the novel to be your friend, other than Alfred, who would it be? Why?

7. Why is Aunt Dorothy's family important in the story? As part of your answer, discuss each family member's significance.

8. In your own life, what would it mean to be a "contender"?

Henry's Characteristics

What characteristics make Henry a good person?  Explain in detail using this format:  TS, SD, Elab, SD, Elab, Closer

Pet Peeves

What are your biggest pet-peeves?  Use this format:  TS, SD, Elab, SD, Elab, Closer

Alfred's Confidence Growing

Why is Alfred's confidence growing?  Use the following format to answer:  TS, SD, Elab, SD, Elab

Chapter 13 Summary....The Contender

Write a 6 sentence summary of Chapter 13