English 12
Hamlet
1. Read Act I sc ii & iii; questions.

*Pay attention to the character of Hamlet and his views on women.*

Psychology 11
Nature vs. Nurture
1. Birth Order/Family Constellation Theory (Adler)
- compare yourself with your sibling(s) --> what personality traits are evident? which are reactionary?
- what influences/influenced you more -- nature (genetics) or nurture (environment, peer group, etc)?
2. Answer questions:

1. What unique birth order effects might be found in blended families? In terms of birth order effects, what unique challenges and opportunities might exist for children in blended families?
2. How might cultural variables (such as ethnicity or gender) influence birth order effects on personality? Can you offer an example involving a particular cultural group?
3. If you were an employer, would you consider birth order as criteria for hiring new employees or assigning employees to work together in groups? If you ran a matchmaking or dating service? Why or why not?

*Study/Review p. 39-49 --> Quiz Tomorrow*

English 10E

To Kill a Mockingbird

1. Quiz on Chapter 1/Background.

2. Read Chapter 2; finish questions for homework.

*Tomorrow: Quiz on Chapter 2*
Motifs (Recurring elements that illuminate theme):
- Public vs. Private Life
- Religion: Being a Christian vs. Acting like a Christian
- Mob Mentality