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Monday 23 November 2015

Psyche 11
Abnormal Psyche
1. Finish presentations, research papers returned, updated marks.
2. Begin Silver Linings Playbook.
3. Assignment (handout) due Thursday, at the end of class (Friday is Pro-D).
- Discussion Questions - Choose THREE of the 22 questions to respond to. Answers should be thorough but concise (approx. 6-10 sentences per response).
Discussion Question Handout
-Character Sketch: An extended paragraph focussing on one character (their history/background, the nature of and identification of their mental illness (mental, verbal, physical symptoms), conflicts (current and past), and whether or not this was a realistic portrayal of the illness (approx. 12-15 sentences).

Counselling 11
Groups "Holidaze"
1. Example 30 minute sessions (continued all week).
- Be prepared with any necessary handouts/materials for the entire class (so, 22 students, minus your group members).
2. Brochures, unit plans returned, updated marks.
3. Ensure you have a topic for your research paper, sign up today (next week).

Comm 12
Short Stories
1. Columbine work, "The Painted Door" questions returned, updated marks.
2. "The Lamp at Noon" questions (due tomorrow at 2pm):
A. How does Ross establish mood in the story? How does the description of the setting reflect/relate to the characters (think: isolation, storm, darkness, etc.)?
*Answer for "A" must include two quotations.*
Example for "A" (you may use this as your first sentence):
      Set in the 1930s, Ross's description of the "impenetrable fog" of dust that plagues the prairies reflects the darkness of the characters' moods and relationship (140).
B. Which character do you feel more sympathy for, Ellen or Paul? Give three reasons from the text (provide integrated quotations). You may argue equal sympathy if you can provide the evidence.
*Answer for "B" must include two quotations*
3. Find quotations from both stories for comparison paragraph (Wednesday and Thursday, due Thursday @ 245pm).