English 12
Short Stories
1. Syllabus, expectations, introductions.
2. In-Class Writing Assignment (due at the end of class):
- read John Cheever's "Reunion"
- write a multi-paragraph response to the following topic:
Describe how the author blends elements of humour, pathos, and the grotesque in "Reunion"
*Theme statement *Thesis statement *4-8 quotations introduced, integrated, cited, explained
*Proper essay format (3-5 paragraphs) *Grammar, spelling, punctuation
**This is a preliminary assignment for the purpose of garnering your ability level, it is not for marks**
3. Tomorrow: Essay feedback, Lit Device review, Disillusionment...
*No homework tonight.*

Socials 10 - Block 2
Unit 1 - The Formation of a Dominion
1. Syllabus, expectations, introductions.
2. Textbook distribution.
3. Warm-Up Activity (prior knowledge).
4. Homework: None. Bring your textbook to class tomorrow.

Socials 10 - Block 3
Unit 1 - The Formation of a Dominion
1. Syllabus, expectations, introductions.
2. Textbook distribution.
3. Warm-Up Activity (prior knowledge).
4. Homework: None. Bring your textbook to class tomorrow.

English 11
Short Stories
1. Syllabus, expectations, introductions.
2. In-Class Writing Assignment (due at the end of class):
- Write a multi-paragraph response to the following topic:
Is mankind innately good or evil?
*Theme statement *thesis statement *4-6 examples, thoroughly supported and explained
*proper essay format, grammar, punctuation, spelling
**This is a preliminary assignment for the purpose of garnering your ability level, it is not for marks**
3. Tomorrow: Essay feedback, Lit Device review, short story #1...