English 12
1. Hand in "Reunion" paragraphs.
2. Finish essay consultations.
3. Read "A Perfect Day for Bananafish" by J.D. Salinger.
4. Assignment:
- What theme(s) is (are) highlighted by Seymour's story to Sybil?
*Write a paragraph answering the preceding question. Ensure you include a theme statement, a thesis statement, and include some commentary on theme and symbolism.*
*Should be 7-12 sentences*
*Due tomorrow.*

English 11 (Block 2)
1. "The Lamp at Noon" assignment due.
2. Finish essay consultations.
3. Read: "Harrison Bergeron"
4. Assignment - Three paragraph composition answering ONE of the following questions:
- Describe, using examples from the text, the difference between equality and fairness.
OR
- What effect does Vonnegut's use of exaggeration (hyperbole) have on the reader?
*1st paragraph - theme statement + thesis + transitional sentence
*2nd paragraph - topic sentence + examples (quotations, integrated and explained) + transitions + concluding sentence
*3rd paragraph - see 1st paragraph
*Due at the end of tomorrow's class*

English 11 (Block 4)
1. "Harrison Bergeron" assignment due.
2. Read: "The Lamp at Noon"
3. Assignment: Describe the atmosphere of the story and the mood created in the characters and readers by this setting. How do the setting and atmosphere create a sense of isolation in the characters?
*1st paragraph - theme statement + thesis + transitional sentence
*2nd paragraph - topic sentence + examples (quotations, integrated and explained) + transitions + concluding sentence
*3rd paragraph - see 1st paragraph
*Due at the end of tomorrow's class*